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$463+ 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 12/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MEL
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
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 December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1911:05 amLAS - MEL
2 stops27h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/111:30 amMEL - LAS
2 stops27h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$900
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/244:23 pmLAS - MEL
2 stops46h 37mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/11:00 pmMEL - LAS
2 stops27h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$913
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:35 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/2111:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$996
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1110:35 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/1811:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$997
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/2310:35 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Tue 1/271:45 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 12/11$1,000
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/148:45 amSAN - MEL
2 stops29h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/2811:30 amMEL - SAN
2 stops28h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,001
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/231:20 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop25h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/2711:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,001
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:35 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/221:00 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop25h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,007
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/234:10 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop22h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/251:00 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop23h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,011
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/1410:35 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop40h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/1411:30 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,013
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:50 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop40h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/171:00 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop20h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,017
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2110:50 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop40h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/301:00 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop37h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,023

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 December 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$856
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$463
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,269

Good round-trip deal

$998 or less

Good one-way deal

$613 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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California

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Melbourne

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Return

Price

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/13

4:45 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops29h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 2/21

6:05 am-3:59 pm

2 stops28h 54m

$856

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 1/31

8:10 am-5:00 am

1 stop25h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 2/13

12:00 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop27h 59m

$863

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 3/8

11:30 am-9:30 am

1 stop28h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 3/23

12:00 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$872

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/14

10:57 am-5:00 am

1 stop23h 03m

Melbourne

Mon 2/23

12:00 pm-2:29 pm

1 stop21h 29m

$873

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 2/22

11:16 am-9:30 am

1 stop27h 14m

Melbourne

Mon 3/2

4:05 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop22h 54m

$873

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 1/31

1:10 pm-10:00 am

2 stops25h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 2/13

1:00 pm-6:33 pm

1 stop24h 33m

$886

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/13

7:42 pm-10:00 am

1 stop19h 18m

Melbourne

Sat 2/21

11:30 am-5:00 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$895

BurbankMelbourne

BUR - MEL

BURMEL

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 1/29

7:00 am-5:00 am

1 stop27h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 2/11

4:05 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop24h 04m

$964

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

10:35 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 4/15

9:30 am-6:40 am

Nonstop14h 10m

$995

San DiegoMelbourne

SAN - MEL

SANMEL

San Diego

Thu 2/12

7:50 pm-10:00 am

1 stop19h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 2/20

1:00 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop26h 49m

$996

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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 December 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 25% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 12, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to MEL are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 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 15h 55m. 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 American Airlines (64%), Alaska Airlines (64%) or Qantas Airways (64%) 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 $2,661, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $573. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $682 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$580Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$688Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$794Average$970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$822Average$1,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$837Average$1,264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$850Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$858Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,289Average$1,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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