Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne (MEL)
The best prices from Los Angeles to Melbourne are usually found in February or April, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday
How to find the cheapest flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne (MEL)
All the information you need to plan the best LAX to MEL flight in 2023: compare Los Angeles to Melbourne flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Melbourne.
LAX - MEL Price | $1,218 - $2,056 |
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MEL Temperature | 46.4 - 68 °F |
MEL Rainfall | 1.2 - 2.4 inches |
| Popular in | December | High demand for flights, 27% potential price rise |
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| Cheapest in | February | Best time to find cheap flights, 19% potential price drop |
| Round-trip from | $1,218 | From Los Angeles to Melbourne |
| One-way from | $642 | One-way flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport?
Monday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 17%.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport?
To save up to 36% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 61 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport from $1,749 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $1,997 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport?
Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport from Los Angeles. Users have commonly found prices around $1,502 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $837. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport (LAX - MEL)?
It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne in February, March 2023
The best prices found for LAX to MEL flights for February, March
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Los Angeles to Melbourne 2023 flight deals
Cheap flights to Melbourne from Los Angeles found for this year
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Cheap Cathay Pacific flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne
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One of the most popular airlines traveling from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport is Cathay Pacific. Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport flights are typically 69% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Cathay Pacific typically cost $1,414.92 RT. The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight found for this route was $1,120. When traveling from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport on Cathay Pacific, the most popular airport to depart from is Los Angeles Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Melbourne Airport. When flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport, Cathay Pacific flights are 2% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.
Cheap Fiji Airways flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne
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Fiji Airways is one of the most popular airlines used for those traveling from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport. Flights on this route from Fiji Airways typically cost $2,026.53 RT, a price that is 46% more expensive than the average Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport flight. The cheapest flight found was $1,200 RT. The most popular departure airport in Los Angeles when flying to Melbourne Airport is Los Angeles Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Melbourne Airport is Melbourne Airport. When flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport, Fiji Airways flights are -6% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.
Non-stop flights to Melbourne from Los Angeles
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Last minute flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne
Late deals on return flights to Melbourne from Los Angeles, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Melbourne from Los Angeles
The cheapest one-way flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne
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You must allow extra time to get through check-in to drop of bags and COVID verification. There is no kiosk or online check-in because of the extra verification. This can be nerve-racking when transferring from domestic to international from a different carrier.
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You must allow extra time to get through check-in to drop of bags and COVID verification. There is no kiosk or online check-in because of the extra verification. This can be nerve-racking when transferring from domestic to international from a different carrier.
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You must allow extra time to get through check-in to drop of bags and COVID verification. There is no kiosk or online check-in because of the extra verification. This can be nerve-racking when transferring from domestic to international from a different carrier.
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You must allow extra time to get through check-in to drop of bags and COVID verification. There is no kiosk or online check-in because of the extra verification. This can be nerve-racking when transferring from domestic to international from a different carrier.
Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Los Angeles to Melbourne flights.
What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne?
If you book a flight to Melbourne from Los Angeles, you will be flying from Los Angeles, which is the city’s only airport. Los Angeles (LAX) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Los Angeles. There are 6 flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne per day from 23 different airlines.
Which airlines flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?
Some of the carriers operating flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are Qantas Airways, Fiji Airways, and United Airlines. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.
Can I find flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Fiji Airways for just $923, but on average you can expect to pay $997.
Are there nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport for under $1,500 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport under $1,500. A good price for a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport is less than $1,538.
Are there last-minute flights available from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport for under $1,200?
There are currently 20+ open flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport within the next 7 days for less than $1,200.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport is Fiji Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $923 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Cathay Pacific, starting at $980. Fiji Airways is 38% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport?
Before booking your flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport check out the most popular airlines for this route: Sichuan Airlines, American Airlines or Air Canada.
What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport?
Before booking your flight to Melbourne Airport from Los Angeles, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qantas Airways (91%), American Airlines (83%), Alaska Airlines( 83%).
What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport?
While on average a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport is generally $4,220, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,036. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $923 for that flight.
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Top 10 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne
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Hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Melbourne
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Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Melbourne
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Los Angeles to Melbourne
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| Monday | 7daily flights |
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| Wednesday | 7daily flights |
| Thursday | 7daily flights |
| Friday | 7daily flights |
| Saturday | 3daily flights |