Cheap flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles from $743

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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LAX
15 Jan — 22 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Los Angeles are usually found in October or August, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 December 2025.

Tue 30/1213:45MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 15mFiji Airways
Fri 2/122:35LAX - MEL
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 15/12$1,282
Thu 25/1213:55MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Thu 1/122:35LAX - MEL
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 14/12$1,283
Fri 26/1213:55MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Sun 1/222:35LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 15/12$1,384
Sat 20/1212:00MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 27/109:00LAX - MEL
2 stops25h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/12$1,396
Sat 20/1212:00MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 28/1206:00LAX - MEL
1 stop28h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 13/12$1,398
Thu 25/1213:55MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Sun 28/1222:35LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 13/12$1,401
Sat 20/1212:00MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 26/115:49LAX - MEL
2 stops42h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/12$1,405
Fri 19/1211:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 28/1219:13LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/12$1,413
Sat 20/1211:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/119:13LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12$1,420
Fri 19/1210:10MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 50mDelta
Wed 7/121:10LAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 50mDelta
Deal found 14/12$1,423
Thu 25/1220:55AVV - LAX
2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1221:25LAX - AVV
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$2,368
Sun 21/1220:55AVV - LAX
2 stops43h 44mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/121:25LAX - AVV
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/12$2,427

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,004

One-way from

$743

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,610
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 1/3-10/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Los Angeles
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 28/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($100 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Price

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

10:10-06:00

Nonstop14h 50m

Los Angeles

Fri 13/3

20:55-07:00

Nonstop16h 05m

$1,103

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 27/2

10:10-06:00

Nonstop14h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/3

20:55-07:00

Nonstop16h 05m

$1,103

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

10:10-06:00

Nonstop14h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 16/2

21:05-08:00

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,103

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

13:30-12:55

1 stop16h 25m

Los Angeles

Fri 15/5

23:55-12:05

1 stop19h 10m

$1,249

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 20/3

09:10-06:00

Nonstop14h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/4

22:45-07:50

Nonstop16h 05m

$1,262

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 27/2

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/3

22:35-08:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,413

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 26/12

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/2

22:35-09:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,413

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/3

15:31-09:00

1 stop23h 29m

$1,413

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 15/3

18:36-09:00

1 stop20h 24m

$1,413

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

$1,413

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 12 December 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 60 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles (average of $901). Flying from Melbourne to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,031). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 35% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Los Angeles. 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 16 December 2025.

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

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

How often are flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles delayed?

About 27% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 170 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Los Angeles flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Los Angeles flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 16 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Melbourne to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Melbourne?

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles. You should not have trouble finding flights to Los Angeles from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 10 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 14 airlines have flights to the Los Angeles airport from Melbourne. It is only a 15.1 km journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Los Angeles’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

    A quick flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles can take about 14h 50m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,103. The distance between Melbourne and Los Angeles is about 12749 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $737. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Virgin Australia and Fiji Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $780 and $897, respectively. Delta is 43% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $483. Sichuan Airlines flights start at $510 while deals on Air New Zealand start at $608 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

    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 to Los Angeles on time: American Airlines (59%), Alaska Airlines (59%), Qantas Airways (59%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles? While on average our users pay $4,924, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $684. The most popular route (Melbourne - Los Angeles), is priced around $954.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Auckland?

    Aotea Centre, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Sky Tower are currently the most popular points of interest in Auckland at the moment. Aotea Centre, New Zealand Maritime Museum and Sky Tower are located about 17.1 km, 18.3 km, and 17.5 km, respectively from Auckland Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can book a car hire at Auckland Intl for about $54 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Los Angeles flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles (average of $901). Flying from Melbourne to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,031). 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 Los Angeles

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$886Average$1,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$900Average$1,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$939Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$988Average$1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,009Average$1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,072Average$1,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,092Average$1,377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,167Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,261Average$1,754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,286Average$2,449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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