How long is the flight from North America to Melbourne?

A quick flight from North America to Melbourne can take about 15h 55m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,549. The distance from North America to Melbourne is about 12749 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from North America to Melbourne one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $465. American Airlines flights start at $580 while deals on Virgin Australia start at $584 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from North America to Melbourne?

When deciding which route to take from North America to Melbourne, consider Los Angeles - Melbourne, San Francisco - Melbourne or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Melbourne, as they are the most popular.

What are the cheapest flights from North America to Melbourne?

On average you can expect to pay $2,283 for a flight from North America to Melbourne. The cheapest flight overall is $583 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne) is currently priced at $1,168.

What are the most reliable airlines from North America to Melbourne?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from North America to Melbourne consider choosing KLM(96%), Air France(93%) or Delta(93%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from North America to Melbourne?

Consider Qantas Airways, United Airlines or Air Canada when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from North America to Melbourne.

Can I find deals for flights from North America to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from North America to Melbourne?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from North America to Melbourne?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North America 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.

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Average price	$2,145

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from North America to Melbourne?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North America to Melbourne (average of $1,701). Flying from North America to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,394). 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 NA to MEL?

When flying from North America to Melbourne, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from North America to Melbourne

The most flights from 0NA to ME1 are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How often are flights from North America to Melbourne delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between North America and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 123 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for North America to Melbourne flights?

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

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

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on North America to Melbourne flights?

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from North America to Melbourne?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from North America to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 45 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from North America to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Fiji Airways

8.0

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262 reviews

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8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

262 reviews

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8.0

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Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,123 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

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262 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

United Airlines

7.3

Good

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8.0

Very Good

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8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Air Canada

7.1

Good

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Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

262 reviews

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8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

American Airlines

7.0

Good

12,226 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

262 reviews

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8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

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How long is the flight from North America to Melbourne?
A quick flight from North America to Melbourne can take about 15h 55m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,549. The distance from North America to Melbourne is about 12749 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from North America to Melbourne one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $465. American Airlines flights start at $580 while deals on Virgin Australia start at $584 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from North America to Melbourne?
When deciding which route to take from North America to Melbourne, consider Los Angeles - Melbourne, San Francisco - Melbourne or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Melbourne, as they are the most popular.
What are the most reliable airlines from North America to Melbourne?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from North America to Melbourne consider choosing KLM(96%), Air France(93%) or Delta(93%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from North America to Melbourne?
On average you can expect to pay $2,283 for a flight from North America to Melbourne. The cheapest flight overall is $583 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Melbourne) is currently priced at $1,168.
Can I find deals for flights from North America to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on North America to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from North America to Melbourne?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from North America to Melbourne.
Can I find deals for business class flights from North America to Melbourne?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North America 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 North America to Melbourne?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North America to Melbourne (average of $1,701). Flying from North America to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,394). 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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Air Canada	Cheapest$445	Average$2,319	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights
Fiji Airways	Cheapest$507	Average$1,471	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Fiji Airways flights
Delta	Cheapest$686	Average$1,504	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$724	Average$1,598	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$906	Average$1,843	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$959	Average$1,968	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights

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Find hourly flight availability from North America 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 11 November 2026.

When flying from North America to Melbourne, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from North America to Melbourne

The most flights from 0NA to ME1 are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How often are flights from North America to Melbourne delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between North America and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 123 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for North America to Melbourne flights?

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

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

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on North America to Melbourne flights?

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from North America to Melbourne?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from North America to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 45 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from North America to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from North America to Melbourne?

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from North America to Melbourne one-way?

What are the most popular routes from North America to Melbourne?

What are the most reliable airlines from North America to Melbourne?

What are the cheapest flights from North America to Melbourne?

Can I find deals for flights from North America to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

How can I find direct flights from North America to Melbourne?

Can I find deals for business class flights from North America to Melbourne?

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from North America to Melbourne?

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