When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 22 days in advance, which can save you up to 37% on flights from Melbourne to California compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 22 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $2,132. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $2,626.
The best pricing can be found in the month of October. Prices to California from Melbourne average $1,929. You can even find prices in October for less than $1,929, as users have found deals to California from as low as $1,018. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to California from Melbourne. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 36%.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to California as you normally would.
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Budget
$823 - $1,683
Route
Depart
Return
Price
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Wed 14/2
1 stop26h 14m
Los Angeles
Sat 2/3
2 stops34h 20m
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Fri 26/1
1 stop17h 05m
Los Angeles
Tue 5/3
1 stop18h 30m
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Mon 4/3
Nonstop14h 15m
Los Angeles
Sun 10/3
Nonstop15h 55m
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Wed 14/2
Nonstop14h 20m
Los Angeles
Wed 28/2
Nonstop15h 40m
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Mon 25/3
Nonstop14h 20m
Los Angeles
Mon 1/4
Nonstop15h 30m
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Thu 18/1
Nonstop14h 15m
Los Angeles
Sun 28/1
Nonstop15h 55m
MelbourneLos Angeles
MEL - LAX
MELLAX
Melbourne
Mon 22/1
2 stops45h 30m
Los Angeles
Thu 8/2
2 stops43h 40m
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL - SFO
MELSFO
Melbourne
Sat 9/3
1 stop26h 15m
San Francisco
Tue 26/3
1 stop27h 35m
MelbourneSan Francisco
MEL - SFO
MELSFO
Melbourne
Fri 15/3
1 stop39h 15m
San Francisco
Sun 31/3
1 stop41h 35m
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Food
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Reviews
Seats were quite small and packed tightly together. Old entertainment system (no touchscreen).
Entertainment
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Seats were quite small and packed tightly together. Old entertainment system (no touchscreen).
Entertainment
Boarding
Food
Comfort
Crew
Overall
Reviews
Seats were quite small and packed tightly together. Old entertainment system (no touchscreen).
Entertainment
Boarding
Food
Comfort
Crew
Overall
Reviews
Seats were quite small and packed tightly together. Old entertainment system (no touchscreen).
Entertainment
Boarding
Food
Comfort
Crew
Overall
Reviews
Seats were quite small and packed tightly together. Old entertainment system (no touchscreen).
Entertainment
Boarding
Food
Comfort
Crew
Overall
Reviews
Seats were quite small and packed tightly together. Old entertainment system (no touchscreen).
Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne to California for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $823, but on average you can expect to pay $921.
Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Melbourne to California under $1,200. A good price for a direct flight from Melbourne to California is less than $1,220.
There are currently 20+ open flights from Melbourne to California within the next 7 days for less than $1,200.
The most popular flight routes from Melbourne to California are Melbourne - Los Angeles, Melbourne - San Francisco and Melbourne Avalon - Los Angeles.
The most popular airlines flying from Melbourne to California are American Airlines, Air Canada and China Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne to California consider choosing American Airlines(81%), Alaska Airlines(81%) or Qantas Airways(81%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
While on average a flight from Melbourne to California is generally $2,774, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,153. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $888 for that flight.
Great question - MEL to LAX just means Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! San Francisco Airport (SFO), San Diego Airport (SAN), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), San Jose Airport (SJC), Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.
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53%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
17%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
29%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
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