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$392+ Cheap flights from California to Melbourne (MEL)

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LAX — MEL
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$872
(oojo)

One-way from

$392
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,056

Good round-trip deal

$1,064 or less

Good one-way deal

$746 or less
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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 June 12, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 8/1410:55 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop20h 05mFiji Airways
Sun 9/71:20 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 6/11$872
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/2710:10 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 8/108:35 amMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/12$875
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 10/1811:55 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 05mFiji Airways
Tue 11/112:15 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 6/11$877
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/176:31 pmLAS - MEL
2 stops24h 54mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/91:25 pmMEL - LAS
2 stops20h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$887
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/612:50 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop24h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Sat 10/257:30 amMEL - LAX
1 stop31h 10mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 6/10$896
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/211:10 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/142:25 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$902
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1211:55 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop37h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 8/266:30 amMEL - SFO
1 stop31h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 6/10$908
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 11/254:05 pmLAS - MEL
1 stop22h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/1611:30 amMEL - LAS
1 stop25h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$970
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1310:05 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/258:35 amMEL - SFO
1 stop21h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/10$974
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1311:25 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/212:15 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$989
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/279:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/76:20 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop28h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,007
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2711:10 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 9/176:15 amMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/9$1,008

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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

Fly from

California

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

10:55 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 9/7

1:20 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$872

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 7/27

10:10 pm-10:50 am

1 stop19h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 8/10

8:35 am-9:00 am

1 stop17h 25m

$875

Las VegasMelbourne

LAS - MEL

LASMEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 8/17

6:31 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops24h 54m

Melbourne

Tue 9/9

1:25 pm-5:13 pm

2 stops20h 48m

$887

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 8/19

11:55 pm-6:30 am

1 stop37h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 9/10

8:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop42h 45m

$908

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

11:55 pm-6:30 am

1 stop37h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 8/26

6:30 am-8:50 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$908

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 8/20

11:55 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 8/24

1:30 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$913

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 8/4

11:10 pm-10:35 am

1 stop18h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 8/17

1:30 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$930

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

10:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop19h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 8/25

8:35 am-12:50 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$974

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

11:25 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 8/27

6:30 am-1:25 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$981

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 7/27

9:50 pm-6:45 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 8/7

6:20 pm-6:00 am

1 stop28h 40m

$1,007

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from California to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 June 12, 2025.

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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to MEL are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Air Tahiti Nui, Japan Airlines and China Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
738 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
440 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
64 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

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.

  • 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 $392 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from $415 and Qantas Airways from $568 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 (86%), Alaska Airlines (86%) or Qantas Airways (86%) 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 $3,097, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $699. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $750 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from California to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 9 airlines flying from California to Melbourne

Discover the top 9 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$686Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$801Average$1,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$837Average$1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$858Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
American AirlinesCheapest$888Average$1,284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Cathay PacificCheapest$940Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$963Average$1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
China SouthernCheapest$1,253Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,389Average$2,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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