Cheap flights from Melbourne to Riverside from $690

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 21/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LAX
22 1월 — 29 1월1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Riverside
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Riverside. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 12월 2025.

금 26/1213:55MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
일 1/222:35LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 22/12$1,138
금 26/1213:55MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
금 30/122:35LAX - MEL
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/12$1,201
금 26/1213:55MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
화 30/1222:35LAX - MEL
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 22/12$1,262
토 27/1213:55MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
목 1/122:35LAX - MEL
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/12$1,275
금 26/1213:55MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
목 1/122:35LAX - MEL
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/12$1,290
일 28/1223:45MEL - LAX
1 stop31h 15mFiji Airways
월 29/1222:35LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/12$1,391
목 25/1213:55MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
금 2/122:35LAX - MEL
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 22/12$1,393
금 26/1211:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
금 2/122:35LAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/12$1,405
금 26/1211:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
금 30/121:40LAX - MEL
1 stop41h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/12$1,414
화 23/1211:30MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
월 29/1222:50LAX - MEL
1 stop40h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/12$1,429
수 24/1216:25AVV - LAX
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
금 16/107:00LAX - AVV
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/12$2,793
화 23/1220:55AVV - LAX
1 stop28h 05mMultiple Airlines
목 15/107:00LAX - AVV
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12$3,104

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Riverside

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to Riverside flight deals. Data was last updated 23 12월 2025.

Round-trip from

$977

One-way from

$690

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,603
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 5/2-12/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Riverside
21/2
  • 21/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 48m total
  • Melbourne to Riverside
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($102 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

토 7/3

13:55-12:00

1 stop17h 05m

Los Angeles

화 10/3

23:35-12:25

1 stop18h 50m

$1,073

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

일 1/2

10:10-06:00

Nonstop14h 50m

Los Angeles

월 16/2

21:05-08:00

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,098

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

수 6/5

13:25-12:55

1 stop16h 30m

Los Angeles

수 13/5

23:55-12:05

1 stop19h 10m

$1,144

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

목 30/4

13:30-12:55

1 stop16h 25m

Los Angeles

금 15/5

23:55-12:05

1 stop19h 10m

$1,235

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

목 30/4

13:30-12:55

1 stop16h 25m

Los Angeles

금 22/5

23:55-12:05

1 stop19h 10m

$1,239

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

월 4/5

13:30-12:55

1 stop16h 25m

Los Angeles

토 23/5

23:55-12:00

1 stop19h 05m

$1,239

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

화 28/4

13:25-12:55

1 stop16h 30m

Los Angeles

금 22/5

23:55-12:05

1 stop19h 10m

$1,239

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

수 6/5

13:25-12:55

1 stop16h 30m

Los Angeles

월 25/5

23:55-12:25

1 stop19h 30m

$1,239

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

월 1/6

13:30-12:55

1 stop16h 25m

Los Angeles

일 2/8

23:55-12:25

1 stop19h 30m

$1,244

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

수 6/5

09:45-07:05

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

수 13/5

21:50-06:45

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,265

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Deals found on 21/12

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Riverside

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Riverside

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Riverside. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2025.

Booking 60 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Riverside. 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 Melbourne to Riverside?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Riverside (average of $903). Flying from Melbourne to Riverside 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 R1V?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Riverside. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 12월 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Riverside at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 31% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Riverside?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Riverside flight should consider departing on Friday at midday 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 Riverside

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Riverside. 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 23 12월 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to R1V are scheduled on a Wednesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Riverside

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riverside. 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 Riverside. Reviews last updated 23 12월 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Melbourne to Riverside. 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

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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

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  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Riverside?

    Departing from Melbourne to Riverside will take you 14h 50m. The distance between Melbourne and Riverside is about 12749 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Riverside 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 Delta start at $593 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Riverside?

    Consider KLM (80%), Air France (80%) or Delta (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne to Riverside.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Riverside?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Riverside? While on average our users pay $5,126, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $683. The most popular route (Melbourne - Los Angeles), is priced around $942.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Riverside?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Riverside 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 Riverside?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Riverside (average of $903). Flying from Melbourne to Riverside 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 Riverside

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Riverside. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 23 12월 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$886Average$1,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$899Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$939Average$1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$992Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,010Average$1,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,071Average$1,778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,093Average$1,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,168Average$1,627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,245Average$1,739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,287Average$2,451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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