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$373+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA 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 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MEL
Mar 23 — Mar 301
Mon 3/23
Mon 3/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riverside to Melbourne are usually found in February or May, booked 6 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Riverside to Melbourne

Cheapest flights from Riverside to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 21, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 2/2110:35 pm
LAX
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MEL
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Fri 3/61:55 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop17h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/20$717
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 5/1111:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Fiji Airways
Tue 5/261:25 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/21$718
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 5/1111:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Fiji Airways
Wed 5/271:25 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/19$719
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 10/1611:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sat 10/311:55 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop17h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/20$722
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Wed 5/1311:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Wed 5/271:25 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/18$725
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/310:35 pm
LAX
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MEL
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Wed 3/111:45 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop17h 15m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/18$729
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Wed 3/1111:35 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sun 3/221:55 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop17h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/21$731
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2810:35 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Thu 3/191:55 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop17h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/18$732
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 9/1911:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Mon 10/52:30 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/19$733
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Sat 10/3111:35 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Mon 11/301:55 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop17h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/18$734

Find flight deals from Riverside to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riverside to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated February 21, 2026.

Round-trip from

$718
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$407
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$845
From Riverside to Melbourne
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside 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 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sat 4/11

11:55 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 5/1

1:30 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$738

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Fri 3/20

11:35 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 4/6

1:30 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$838

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 4/12

9:10 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops27h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 5/6

12:10 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$859

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 4/29

10:10 pm-10:55 am

1 stop19h 45m

Melbourne

Thu 5/7

9:10 am-1:20 pm

2 stops21h 10m

$898

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Fri 4/10

10:35 pm-7:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 5/6

9:30 am-6:40 am

Nonstop14h 10m

$899

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Fri 4/10

10:35 pm-7:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 5/3

9:30 am-6:40 am

Nonstop14h 10m

$899

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 3/4

10:35 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 3/16

10:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$899

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 4/8

10:35 pm-7:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 4/29

9:30 am-6:40 am

Nonstop14h 10m

$899

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

10:35 pm-9:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 3/10

11:30 am-7:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$899

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Thu 3/19

10:35 pm-8:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 3/26

10:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 20m

$899

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Riverside with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Riverside to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riverside to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on February 20, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Riverside to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 6 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Melbourne Airport (average of $671). Flying from Riverside 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 R1V to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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 21, 2026.

When flying from Riverside to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Riverside to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Riverside 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 21, 2026.

The most flights from R1V 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).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Riverside to Melbourne Airport?

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 February 21, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways from Riverside to Melbourne Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
226 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
226 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
226 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
593 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
226 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
995 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
226 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,336 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
226 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,336 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
226 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riverside 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 Riverside to Melbourne Airport?

    For as low as $899, Fiji Airways can have you in Melbourne Airport from Riverside in 15h 55m. The distance between Riverside 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 Riverside to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Fiji Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $328. However, be on the lookout for offers from Philippine Airlines and Virgin Australia, as they are both options that can get you from Riverside to Melbourne Airport for a low price.

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

    Consider KLM (60%), Air France (60%) or Delta (60%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Riverside to Melbourne Airport.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Riverside to Melbourne Airport is $516. On average you can expect to pay $2,671. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $705.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riverside 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 Riverside to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Melbourne Airport (average of $671). Flying from Riverside 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 Riverside to Melbourne

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Riverside 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 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$497Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$709Average$937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$736Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$801Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$837Average$1,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$856Average$971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
American AirlinesCheapest$951Average$1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,289Average$1,375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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