Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport from $551

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 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MEL
9 May — 16 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Melbourne are usually found in February or May, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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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 9 April 2026.

Wed 26/823:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sat 5/913:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,120
Sat 9/523:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sat 16/513:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 8/4$1,121
Mon 18/523:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Fiji Airways
Mon 25/513:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/4$1,138
Sat 16/523:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Wed 12/813:25
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 8/4$1,140
Sun 15/1122:35
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Fri 15/113:55
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop17h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/4$1,141
Tue 12/523:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sat 23/513:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/4$1,142
Tue 12/523:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sat 15/813:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 8/4$1,144
Wed 20/523:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Wed 27/513:25
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,155
Wed 6/523:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Fri 15/513:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/4$1,158
Sun 3/523:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Fiji Airways
Sun 10/513:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 8/4$1,159
Fri 21/823:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Wed 9/913:25
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 8/4$1,165
Mon 7/923:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 14/906:35
MEL
-
LAX
2 stops23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4$1,169

Find 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 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,120

One-way from

$551

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,409

Good round-trip deal

$1,702 or less

Good one-way deal

$728 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 26/8-5/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 40m total
  • Los Angeles to Melbourne
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 24/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 30m total
  • Los Angeles to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($223 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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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Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 9 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sat 16/5

23:55-12:00

1 stop19h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 14/8

13:30-13:05

1 stop16h 35m

$1,352

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 17/5

23:55-12:25

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 15/8

13:30-13:05

1 stop16h 35m

$1,352

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 9/9

07:00-23:35

2 stops23h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 11/9

17:25-21:22

2 stops20h 57m

$1,726

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 21/6

23:55-12:25

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 20/8

10:25-13:05

2 stops19h 40m

$1,746
Fastest return journey

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Fri 1/5

22:35-07:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

09:30-06:40

Nonstop14h 10m

$1,792

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Fri 22/5

22:35-07:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

$1,792

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Fri 7/8

20:10-08:15

1 stop19h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 21/8

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

$1,797

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Thu 14/5

17:27-08:15

1 stop21h 48m

Melbourne

Sun 14/6

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

$1,797

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 22/4

22:35-07:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

10:55-20:48

1 stop26h 53m

$1,806

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 3/8

22:35-07:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

10:55-15:35

1 stop21h 40m

$1,806

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne

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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 3 April 2026.

Booking 39 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport (average of $964). Flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,209). 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 9 April 2026.

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

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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 9 April 2026.
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.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

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 8 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 5 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 Fiji Airways or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Los Angeles and Melbourne Airport 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 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 $1,019 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand, starting at $1,099 and $1,235 round-trip. Fiji Airways is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Fiji Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $492. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Philippine Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport for a low price.

  • 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 KLM(83%), Air France(67%) or Delta(67%), 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 $1,999, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $672. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $1,120 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport (average of $964). Flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,209). 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 5 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,019Average$1,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,099Average$1,687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,235Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,324Average$1,682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,348Average$1,564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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