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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to California from $521

MEL — LAX
11 Dec — 18 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to California

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to California

Tue 1/1222:45 -
Nonstop14h 20m
Tue 8/1222:50 -
Nonstop15h 40m
Deal found 10/11$1,165
Wed 25/1122:45 -
1 stop19h 32m
Sun 6/1216:45 -
1 stop21h 45m
Deal found 10/11$1,178
Wed 25/1122:45 -
1 stop19h 32m
Wed 2/1216:45 -
1 stop21h 45m
Deal found 9/11$1,179
Mon 16/1122:45 -
Nonstop14h 20m
Sun 29/1122:50 -
Nonstop15h 40m
Deal found 10/11$1,183
Sat 7/1112:45 -
1 stop20h 16m
Mon 9/1119:45 -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 6/11$1,185
Mon 16/1122:45 -
2 stops29h 11m
Sat 5/1217:02 -
1 stop40h 58m
Deal found 10/11$1,185
Wed 25/1111:30 -
Nonstop14h 25m
Wed 2/1222:35 -
Nonstop15h 55m
Deal found 7/11$1,188
Thu 12/1122:45 -
Nonstop14h 20m
Wed 25/1122:50 -
Nonstop15h 40m
Deal found 9/11$1,189
Wed 18/1112:45 -
Nonstop14h 25m
Sun 6/1210:23 -
1 stop28h 07m
Deal found 10/11$1,192
Mon 16/1112:45 -
Nonstop14h 25m
Sun 6/1218:50 -
1 stop19h 40m
Deal found 10/11$1,194
Tue 24/1112:45 -
1 stop21h 40m
Wed 2/1218:15 -
1 stop21h 15m
Deal found 9/11$1,195
Mon 16/1122:45 -
Nonstop14h 20m
Sun 29/1122:50 -
Nonstop15h 40m
Deal found 10/11$1,198

Find flight deals from Melbourne to California

Round-trip from

$1,078

One-way from

$521

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,253

Good round-trip deal

$1,273 or less

Good one-way deal

$740 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 25/4-2/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 30m total
  • Melbourne to California
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 24/3-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 10m total
  • Melbourne to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($112 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
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MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 23/11

10:10-05:55

Nonstop14h 45m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$718

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 20/1

10:10-06:01

Nonstop14h 51m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$725

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 2/12

12:45-13:56

1 stop20h 11m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$731

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 24/12

12:45-22:52

1 stop29h 07m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$732

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 3/12

12:45-19:17

1 stop25h 32m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$783

MelbourneBurbank

MEL Melbourne - BUR Hollywood Burbank

MELBUR

Melbourne

Wed 9/12

11:30-17:28

2 stops24h 58m

Hollywood Burbank

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$795

MelbourneBurbank

MEL Melbourne - BUR Hollywood Burbank

MELBUR

Melbourne

Wed 24/3

11:45-15:52

1 stop22h 07m

Hollywood Burbank

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$798
Fastest return journey

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sat 26/12

11:30-06:55

Nonstop14h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$808

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 25/12

12:45-00:06

1 stop30h 21m

Los Angeles

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$817

MelbourneBurbank

MEL Melbourne - BUR Hollywood Burbank

MELBUR

Melbourne

Mon 30/11

12:45-15:10

1 stop21h 25m

Hollywood Burbank

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$817

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to California (average of $1,181). Flying from Melbourne Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,639). 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?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to California in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to California

The most flights from MEL to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to California flights typically cost between $1,065 and $1,388 in May.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,125 on Fiji Airways (7 May–21 May).

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

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to California is 75 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Melbourne Airport to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
262 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
262 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
262 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
684 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
262 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
485 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
262 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,123 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
262 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,474 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
262 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to California?

    Airlines like American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Melbourne Airport to California in about 19h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 23h 43m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and California is about 12778 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $438. Air New Zealand flights start at $540 while deals on Delta start at $606 one-way.

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

    Most travellers choose Melbourne - Los Angeles, Melbourne - San Francisco or Melbourne - Ontario when deciding on the best route from Melbourne Airport to California.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Melbourne Airport to California on time: KLM (65%), Delta (65%), Aeromexico (65%).

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

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to California is generally $2,665, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $682. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $920 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 Airport to California?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to California (average of $1,181). Flying from Melbourne Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,639). 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

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DeltaCheapest$725Average$1,278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$775Average$1,666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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United AirlinesCheapest$797Average$1,465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$833Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$835Average$1,712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$948Average$1,583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$972Average$1,366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,024Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,184Average$2,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,313Average$1,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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