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Cheap flights from Melbourne to California from $510

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 18/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LAX
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to California flight deals. Data was last updated 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,079

One-way from

$569

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,224
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 11/3-11/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 31m total
  • Melbourne to California
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9/12
  • 9/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 03m total
  • Melbourne to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($146 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Wed 3/1212:00MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 15/1221:25LAX - MEL
1 stop21h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,095
Thu 11/1212:00MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 25mQantas Airways
Thu 25/1222:50LAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/11$1,125
Wed 3/1212:00MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 14/1222:45LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,159
Wed 3/1212:00MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 16/1221:25LAX - MEL
1 stop21h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,170
Sun 14/1211:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 30/1218:10LAX - MEL
1 stop20h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,190
Sat 13/1211:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/210:26LAX - MEL
1 stop28h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,192
Thu 18/1211:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 31/113:38LAX - MEL
1 stop25h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,198
Sun 14/1213:00MEL - LAX
1 stop23h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/218:35LAX - MEL
1 stop20h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,199
Mon 15/1213:00MEL - LAX
1 stop20h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/1219:13LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,201
Thu 4/1212:00MEL - LAS
1 stop23h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1218:17LAS - MEL
1 stop20h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,327
Sat 6/1213:00MEL - ONT
1 stop18h 18mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/318:37ONT - MEL
1 stop20h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,328
Tue 2/1212:00MEL - LAS
1 stop23h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1218:17LAS - MEL
1 stop20h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,338

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 27/3

10:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 22/4

22:35-07:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,162

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

08:10-12:03

2 stops22h 53m

San Diego

Tue 17/2

18:05-15:35

2 stops26h 30m

$1,172

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

07:10-17:24

2 stops29h 14m

San Diego

Wed 18/2

12:45-15:15

2 stops31h 30m

$1,188

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sat 6/12

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/3

22:35-09:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,190

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

22:35-09:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,190

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sun 8/2

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 15/2

17:20-10:00

1 stop21h 40m

$1,190

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 18/12

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

18:35-10:00

1 stop20h 25m

$1,192

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 18/2

18:35-10:00

1 stop20h 25m

$1,198

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Tue 16/12

13:00-08:59

1 stop38h 59m

Los Angeles

Mon 29/12

22:50-10:00

1 stop40h 10m

$1,199

MelbourneOntario

MEL - ONT

MELONT

Melbourne

Sat 7/2

13:00-12:17

1 stop18h 17m

Ontario

Sat 21/2

13:45-10:00

2 stops49h 15m

$1,262

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to California

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to California (average of $922). Flying from Melbourne to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,096). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to California at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to California. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to California flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to California. 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 27 November 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to California?

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated 27 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Melbourne to California have to say. 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
209 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
537 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
425 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,050 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to California. 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 Melbourne to California?

    United Airlines, Air Canada, and Delta can get you from Melbourne to California in just under 14h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 33m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12749 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $510 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $749 and Qantas Airways from $809 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Melbourne to California are Melbourne - Los Angeles, Melbourne - Ontario and Melbourne - San Francisco.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to California?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne to California consider choosing Avianca(65%), Virgin Australia(65%) or United Airlines(65%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to California?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne to California is generally $4,946, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $728. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $973 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to California 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 California?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to California (average of $922). Flying from Melbourne to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,096). 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 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to California. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 27 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$899Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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DeltaCheapest$905Average$1,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,031Average$1,314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,043Average$1,339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,045Average$1,411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,057Average$1,792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,069Average$1,828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,069Average$1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,192Average$1,659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,314Average$2,456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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