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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to California from $468

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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LAX
23 Oct — 30 Oct1
1 adult

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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 18 October 2024.

Wed 6/1116:50MEL - LAX
1 stop25h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sat 16/1107:00LAX - MEL
1 stop38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$1,094
Wed 6/1116:50MEL - SFO
1 stop26h 09mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1109:39SFO - MEL
1 stop35h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10$1,230
Wed 27/1112:05MEL - LAX
1 stop18h 10mAir New Zealand
Thu 1/522:10LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/10$1,330
Thu 24/1021:20MEL - LAX
1 stop41h 05mSichuan Airlines
Sun 3/1121:30LAX - MEL
1 stop46h 15mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 17/10$1,407
Tue 5/1112:05MEL - SFO
2 stops22h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 26/1116:27SFO - MEL
2 stops30h 13mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/10$1,476
Mon 18/1113:45MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Mon 2/1222:45LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 17/10$1,521
Sun 20/1021:00MEL - LAX
1 stop41h 10mAir China
Fri 25/1023:25LAX - MEL
1 stop46h 20mAir China
Deal found 16/10$1,540
Wed 25/1207:10MEL - LAX
2 stops23h 00mAir Canada
Fri 31/117:10LAX - MEL
2 stops27h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 17/10$1,614
Wed 11/1213:00MEL - LAX
1 stop21h 51mVirgin Australia
Tue 4/222:35LAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/10$1,627
Fri 1/1123:20MEL - SFO
1 stop38h 30mChina Airlines
Tue 5/1123:40SFO - MEL
1 stop41h 25mChina Airlines
Deal found 15/10$1,650
Mon 18/1118:55MEL - LAS
2 stops38h 27mAir New Zealand
Mon 17/220:34LAS - MEL
2 stops43h 16mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/10$1,658
Fri 6/1211:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 26/118:00LAX - MEL
1 stop21h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/10$1,667

Find flights from Melbourne to California within your budget

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MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 29/1

2 stops22h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 18/2

1 stop28h 20m

$831

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sat 1/2

1 stop17h 05m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/2

1 stop29h 20m

$1,174

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 3/2

1 stop21h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 18/2

1 stop20h 45m

$1,194

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 7/3

1 stop27h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 16/3

1 stop39h 35m

$1,407

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 7/11

1 stop41h 00m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/12

1 stop46h 15m

$1,494

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 30/1

2 stops22h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 19/2

2 stops27h 35m

$1,546

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sun 26/1

1 stop41h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 20/2

1 stop46h 45m

$1,582

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 27/1

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 19/2

1 stop19h 54m

$1,585

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 6/2

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Tue 18/2

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,605

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 10/3

1 stop38h 20m

Los Angeles

Thu 20/3

1 stop41h 45m

$1,606

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/4

Nonstop15h 50m

$1,609

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 3/2

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Tue 18/2

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,612

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to California

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to California (average of $795). Flying from Melbourne Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,142). 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 18 October 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport 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 18 October 2024.

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

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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 18 October 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand and Philippine Airlines from Melbourne to California. 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.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

ANA
8.4
Very Good
826 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very Good
491 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,455 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
804 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

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.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Sichuan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $786. Fiji Airways flights start at $852 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $896 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: Lufthansa (89%), Avianca (81%), Virgin Australia (81%).

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

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to California is generally $7,798, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,006. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $1,127 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to California (average of $795). Flying from Melbourne Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,142). 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 731,233 searches. Data last updated 18 October 2024.
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$884Average$1,395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China SouthernCheapest$910Average$1,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$986Average$1,546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,000Average$1,784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$1,035Average$1,629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,065Average$1,768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,090Average$1,823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,138Average$1,511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,145Average$1,597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,230Average$1,489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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