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$522+ Cheap flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 5/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LAX
May 17 — May 241
Sun 5/17
Sun 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2026.

This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/291:25 pm
MEL
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LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Wed 5/1311:55 pm
LAX
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MEL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/13$740
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/161:30 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Sat 5/2311:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/15$742
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/81:25 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Wed 10/711:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/15$743
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/281:25 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Fri 5/1511:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/16$745
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/251:30 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Fri 5/811:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/16$746
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/71:30 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Sun 5/1011:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/17$747
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/271:30 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Thu 8/2711:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/17$748
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/31:30 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Mon 5/1811:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/14$769
This Orient Vacations deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Orient Vacations is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/281:25 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Thu 5/711:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/14$770
This Orient Vacations deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Orient Vacations is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/291:25 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Fri 8/1411:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/13$775
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/31:30 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Sat 5/2311:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/14$779
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/31:30 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Thu 7/3011:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/13$780

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 17, 2026.

Round-trip from

$740
(BYOjet)

One-way from

$522
(Air Canada)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$892
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles 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 April 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 4/29

9:30 am-6:40 am

Nonstop14h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/13

10:35 pm-7:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

$911

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 5/27

9:30 am-6:45 am

Nonstop14h 15m

Los Angeles

Wed 6/3

10:35 pm-7:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

$912

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sun 5/3

9:30 am-6:40 am

Nonstop14h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/18

1:20 pm-8:15 am

1 stop25h 55m

$917

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Tue 6/2

10:55 am-3:35 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 7/3

10:35 pm-7:30 am

Nonstop15h 55m

$918

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 5/13

9:30 am-6:40 am

Nonstop14h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/26

5:10 pm-8:15 am

1 stop22h 05m

$921

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 8/7

9:30 am-6:45 am

Nonstop14h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/15

5:32 pm-8:15 am

1 stop21h 43m

$926

MelbourneLos Angeles

AVV - LAX

AVVLAX

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 4/28

2:55 pm-8:39 pm

2 stops22h 44m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/7

7:00 am-10:50 pm

2 stops22h 50m

$1,032

MelbourneLos Angeles

AVV - LAX

AVVLAX

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 4/27

6:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop25h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/12

11:30 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$1,101

MelbourneLos Angeles

AVV - LAX

AVVLAX

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 4/29

6:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop25h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/13

11:05 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$1,116

MelbourneLos Angeles

AVV - LAX

AVVLAX

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 5/13

6:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop25h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/20

11:05 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$1,149

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on April 10, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 60 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 Melbourne to Los Angeles?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles (average of $595). Flying from Melbourne to Los Angeles in January is currently the most expensive (average of $3,255). 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 MEL to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

How often are flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles delayed?

About 29% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 166 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Los Angeles flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Los Angeles flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 28% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated April 17, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways,Delta, andQantas Airways from Melbourne to Los Angeles. 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
8.1
Very good
240 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
240 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
240 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,406 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
240 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,019 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
240 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,602 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
240 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,593 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
240 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Melbourne?

    Most people fly into Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from Melbourne. On average, Los Angeles has 7 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 6 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne to Los Angeles in 14h 10m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Melbourne to Los Angeles is about 7922 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Los Angeles round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $639, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Fiji Airways and Qantas Airways. Users have found that American Airlines is 24% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Los Angeles one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Fiji Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $324. Users have also found prices from $438 and $471 on Delta and Qantas Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

    Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from Melbourne, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (74%), Delta (73%), Virgin Atlantic( 73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $543. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Los Angeles) can be booked for $740 on average, our data indicates $3,407 when flying from Melbourne to Los Angeles.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Los Angeles 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 Melbourne to Los Angeles?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles (average of $595). Flying from Melbourne to Los Angeles in January is currently the most expensive (average of $3,255). 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 6 airlines flying from Melbourne to Los Angeles

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles. 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 April 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$639Average$836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$658Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$694Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$716Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
DeltaCheapest$764Average$1,106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$776Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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