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$453+ 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 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MEL
Aug 18 — Aug 251
Mon 8/18
Mon 8/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Riverside to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riverside to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated August 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$851
(Jettzy)

One-way from

$453
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$962
From Riverside to Melbourne
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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 August 13, 2025.

This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1010:45 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
Mon 11/242:15 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/12$851
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/18:10 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop18h 15mAir New Zealand
Sun 12/1410:35 amMEL - LAX
1 stop19h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/11$857
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/96:10 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops26h 25mAir Canada
Sat 11/157:10 amMEL - LAX
2 stops23h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 8/12$858
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 10/1411:55 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 05mFiji Airways
Tue 11/112:15 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/11$859
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Mon 11/310:45 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
Sun 11/162:15 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/11$860
This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1210:45 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 00mFiji Airways
Wed 11/262:15 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/11$875
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/1410:10 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Mon 9/228:35 amMEL - LAX
1 stop21h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/10$878
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/910:10 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Tue 9/307:35 amMEL - LAX
1 stop21h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/11$879
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Tue 9/910:10 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Mon 9/297:35 amMEL - LAX
1 stop21h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/12$880
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1710:45 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
Sun 11/232:15 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/12$887
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/99:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mQantas Airways
Tue 9/169:45 amMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/12$888
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/218:50 pmLAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mQantas Airways
Wed 10/2912:00 pmMEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/12$892

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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 August 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Riverside

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Melbourne

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Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sat 10/18

11:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 10/29

2:25 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$942

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 9/28

11:55 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 11/4

2:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 35m

$942

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sat 11/8

10:45 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 11/17

2:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 35m

$942

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 9/29

11:55 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 11/4

2:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 35m

$942

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 9/17

11:55 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop29h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 9/22

1:30 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$942

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 10/22

11:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 10/28

2:25 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$942

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 2/8

10:45 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 4/27

1:30 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$942

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 9/28

11:55 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 11/3

2:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 35m

$942

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 11/10

10:45 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 11/14

2:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 35m

$942

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 2/9

10:45 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 4/27

1:30 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$942

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Melbourne

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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 August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Riverside to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 85 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Riverside 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 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 August 13, 2025.

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.

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 August 13, 2025.
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
202 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
202 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
202 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
202 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
893 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
202 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,920 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
202 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
202 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,Jun 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

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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.

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

    Consider American Airlines (85%), Alaska Airlines (85%) or Qantas Airways (85%) 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 $524. On average you can expect to pay $2,617. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $791.

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

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  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Riverside 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 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 August 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$497Average$1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$685Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$801Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$836Average$1,182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$856Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$959Average$1,328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,000Average$1,396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,389Average$2,877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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