Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport from $653

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 27/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MEL
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Melbourne are usually found in February or March, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,338

One-way from

$653

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,791

Good round-trip deal

$1,859 or less

Good one-way deal

$932 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 20/10-2/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 45m total
  • Los Angeles to Melbourne
27/10
  • 27/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 20m total
  • Los Angeles to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($502 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($94 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne.

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Mon 20/1020:10LAX - MEL
1 stop20h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 2/1112:10MEL - LAX
1 stop18h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/9$1,338
Wed 3/1223:30LAX - MEL
1 stop37h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 14/1212:00MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/9$1,339
Wed 17/923:55LAX - MEL
1 stop36h 05mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 14/1007:30MEL - LAX
1 stop31h 10mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,345
Sun 26/1023:10LAX - MEL
1 stop39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1114:15MEL - LAX
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,356
Wed 19/1110:55LAX - MEL
1 stop26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1114:15MEL - LAX
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,359
Wed 29/1011:55LAX - MEL
1 stop26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1114:15MEL - LAX
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,362
Wed 3/1220:10LAX - MEL
1 stop18h 15mAir New Zealand
Sun 14/1208:35MEL - LAX
1 stop21h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/9$1,366
Wed 29/1021:10LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 2/1210:35MEL - LAX
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/9$1,368
Mon 1/1219:05LAX - MEL
1 stop20h 50mAir New Zealand
Sun 14/1212:10MEL - LAX
2 stops26h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/9$1,372
Tue 21/1023:55LAX - MEL
1 stop37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1114:15MEL - LAX
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,377
Wed 19/1120:10LAX - MEL
1 stop18h 15mAir New Zealand
Wed 26/1109:05MEL - LAX
2 stops21h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/9$1,378

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Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 9/2

22:35-09:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 22/2

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,629

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 17/2

22:35-09:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,629

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 4/3

22:35-09:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

10:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,630

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Thu 26/2

22:35-09:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

10:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,630

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 10/11

20:20-10:00

1 stop18h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 23/11

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

$1,802

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 28/10

00:20-12:30

1 stop42h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 12/11

08:40-09:05

1 stop43h 25m

$1,825

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Fri 31/10

18:00-12:45

2 stops24h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

11:05-11:50

2 stops19h 45m

$2,150

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 22/2

22:05-21:25

1 stop28h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

00:35-10:55

2 stops29h 20m

$2,434

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 26/11

12:00-10:00

1 stop27h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 4/1

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

$2,550

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sat 27/12

22:50-10:00

1 stop40h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 5/1

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

$2,576

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 LAX to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 3% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 12 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport. 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.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,June 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,June 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,June 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,June 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 16
6.0
Good

Christopher,June 2025

LAX - NAN

No attempt to make you comfortable. All they care about is how can they pack more people on the plane and how can they charge you for as much as possible. I find it invasive and discriminatory that you weigh my carryon (or any of my naggage frankly). If I physically weighed 15kilos more and my bag weighed under your stupid and arbitrary weight limit I would not be charged... but if I'm a person who is skinny and weighs less, well heaven forbid my bag is 1 kilo heavier than you wish!! $$$ VERY VERY DISCRIMINATORY POLICY!! NEXT TIME I'LL TRY TO EAT MY BAGGAGE SO THAT I CAN TAKE ON AS MUCH WEIGHT AS I WANT! Yeah... sounds ridiculous doesn't it!? No more ridiculous than you charging more for people who bring more baggage weight while letting obese people carry on all the weight they want! It just proves it has absolutely nothing to do with safety, or even your operating costs... Just squeezing as much money out of us as possible!!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    Located just 15.1 km from the city centre, Los Angeles is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from Los Angeles. Booking flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 6 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 4 different airlines.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport in 15h 55m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Los Angeles and Melbourne Airport is about 12749 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport is Fiji Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,136 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Air New Zealand, starting at $1,260 and $1,314 round-trip. Fiji Airways is 30% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport 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.

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

    While on average a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport is generally $3,167, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $621. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $1,208 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 4 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,136Average$1,424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,260Average$1,772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,314Average$1,365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,437Average$2,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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