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Cheap flights from Melbourne to California from $626

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 16/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LAX
15 Jul — 22 Jul1
1 adult

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 10 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,130

One-way from

$626

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,561
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 25/7-9/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 40m total
  • Melbourne to California
16/10
  • 16/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 54m total
  • Melbourne to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($284 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 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 10 July 2025.

Fri 8/813:45MEL - LAX
1 stop16h 10mFiji Airways
Fri 15/823:55LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 9/7$1,130
Fri 1/809:45MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 14/821:50LAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,139
Fri 1/815:05MEL - LAX
1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 14/823:05LAX - MEL
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,169
Thu 7/808:35MEL - LAX
1 stop21h 45mAir New Zealand
Mon 11/821:10LAX - MEL
1 stop20h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/7$1,174
Mon 29/921:40MEL - LAX
2 stops30h 38mAir Canada
Sun 19/1006:00LAX - MEL
2 stops36h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 8/7$1,176
Mon 15/920:30MEL - SFO
2 stops43h 39mAir Canada
Mon 15/1218:00SFO - MEL
2 stops48h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 9/7$1,228
Mon 11/808:35MEL - SFO
1 stop21h 15mAir New Zealand
Mon 18/822:05SFO - MEL
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/7$1,274
Mon 4/813:45MEL - LAS
2 stops21h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/809:12LAS - MEL
2 stops34h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$1,358
Sun 24/810:35MEL - SFO
1 stop25h 05mVietnam Airlines
Sun 31/822:50SFO - MEL
1 stop40h 45mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 10/7$1,361
Wed 10/921:40MEL - SFO
2 stops29h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/1018:38SFO - MEL
2 stops27h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$1,367
Mon 10/1108:10MEL - LAS
2 stops26h 49mAir Canada
Sat 22/1116:45LAS - MEL
2 stops25h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 7/7$1,419
Wed 13/812:05MEL - LAS
2 stops25h 12mAir New Zealand
Wed 20/818:49LAS - MEL
2 stops23h 01mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/7$1,457

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Depart

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Price

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 8/8

13:45-12:55

1 stop16h 10m

Los Angeles

Fri 15/8

23:55-12:00

1 stop19h 05m

$1,130

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 1/8

09:45-07:00

Nonstop14h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 14/8

21:50-06:45

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,139

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 1/8

15:05-21:55

1 stop23h 50m

Los Angeles

Thu 14/8

23:05-12:10

1 stop20h 05m

$1,169

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 7/8

12:05-13:20

1 stop18h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 14/8

22:10-10:50

1 stop19h 40m

$1,174

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 29/9

21:40-11:18

2 stops30h 38m

Los Angeles

Sun 19/10

06:00-12:35

2 stops36h 35m

$1,176

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 15/9

20:30-23:09

2 stops43h 39m

San Francisco

Mon 15/12

18:00-13:35

2 stops48h 35m

$1,228

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 11/8

08:35-12:50

1 stop21h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 18/8

22:05-10:50

1 stop19h 45m

$1,274

MelbourneLas Vegas

MEL - LAS

MELLAS

Melbourne

Mon 4/8

13:45-18:03

2 stops21h 18m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 9/8

09:12-12:15

2 stops34h 03m

$1,358

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Sun 24/8

10:35-18:40

1 stop25h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 31/8

22:50-08:35

1 stop40h 45m

$1,361

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

21:40-10:28

2 stops29h 48m

San Francisco

Mon 20/10

18:38-15:50

2 stops27h 12m

$1,367

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to California (average of $790). Flying from Melbourne to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,263). 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 10 July 2025.

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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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 10 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, China Airlines, andEmirates 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.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

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  • 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 $635 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $735 and Qantas Airways from $764 one-way.

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

  • 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(77%), Virgin Australia(77%) or United Airlines(77%), 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 $5,500, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $745. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $1,133 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to California (average of $790). Flying from Melbourne to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,263). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$883Average$1,728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$913Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$970Average$1,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,057Average$1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$1,061Average$1,669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,068Average$1,606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,079Average$1,924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,093Average$2,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,127Average$2,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,183Average$1,586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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