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$370+ Cheap flights from California to Melbourne (MEL)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MEL
Mar 7 — Mar 141
Sat 3/7
Sat 3/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Melbourne

Cheapest flights from California to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 5, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/211:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Mon 9/71:30 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/5$743
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1910:35 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Thu 2/261:55 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop17h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/2$746
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/710:50 pm
LAX
-
MEL
Nonstop15h 40m
Qantas Airways
Tue 2/246:30 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop31h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/4$747
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1110:50 pm
LAX
-
MEL
Nonstop15h 40m
Qantas Airways
Tue 2/246:30 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop31h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/5$748
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2111:50 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop37h 30m
Qantas Airways
Sat 2/2812:00 pm
MEL
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/5$749
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2111:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Fri 10/301:55 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop17h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/4$750
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/811:45 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop22h 30m
Qantas Airways
Fri 2/2012:00 pm
MEL
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/4$752
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/711:45 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop20h 50m
Qantas Airways
Fri 2/2012:00 pm
MEL
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/4$753
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1211:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sat 5/231:30 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/5$754
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/110:35 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Thu 4/301:30 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 25m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/5$755
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/410:35 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sat 3/71:55 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop17h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/2$756
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/512:00 pm
LAS
-
MEL
2 stops32h 35m
Qantas Airways
Wed 2/1812:00 pm
MEL
-
LAS
1 stop21h 39m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/2$843

Find flight deals from California to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated February 5, 2026.

Round-trip from

$746
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$370
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$896

Good round-trip deal

$977 or less

Good one-way deal

$579 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 3/20

3:10 pm-9:30 am

1 stop24h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 3/27

1:55 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops42h 40m

$848

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 3/20

8:00 am-5:00 am

1 stop27h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 3/27

12:00 pm-2:39 pm

1 stop20h 39m

$856

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 3/8

7:00 am-9:30 am

1 stop32h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 3/23

1:55 pm-9:36 pm

2 stops25h 41m

$874

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 3/4

10:35 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 3/15

1:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$888

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Fri 3/27

11:35 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 4/13

1:30 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$892

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 3/29

11:55 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 4/10

1:30 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$896

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/4

1:35 pm-9:30 am

1 stop24h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 3/11

12:00 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$901

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/10

3:55 pm-9:00 am

1 stop23h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 5/12

10:55 am-2:25 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$901

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Fri 3/20

11:35 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 4/5

11:35 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop30h 20m

$901

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 3/8

6:45 pm-9:30 am

1 stop20h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 3/23

4:25 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops22h 35m

$902

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Best time to book a flight from California to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Melbourne Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Melbourne Airport (average of $656). Flying from California to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $817). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 5, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Melbourne Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Melbourne. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 5, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to MEL are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from California to Melbourne Airport?

    Departing from California to Melbourne Airport will take you 18h 50m. The distance between California and Melbourne Airport is about 7922 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $299 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Philippine Airlines from $403 and Virgin Australia from $420 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Melbourne Airport?

    When deciding which route to take from California to Melbourne Airport consider Los Angeles - Melbourne, San Francisco - Melbourne or Ontario - Melbourne as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Melbourne Airport?

    Consider KLM (68%), Air France (68%) or Delta (68%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from California to Melbourne Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Melbourne Airport?

    While on average a flight from California to Melbourne Airport is generally $2,786, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $515. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $696 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Melbourne Airport (average of $656). Flying from California to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $817). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from California to Melbourne

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$497Average$1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$702Average$939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$742Average$1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$794Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$837Average$1,214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$850Average$1,256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$856Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,289Average$1,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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