Cheap flights from Melbourne to Riverside from $766

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LAX
23 Jun — 30 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Riverside are usually found in March or October, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

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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 24 May 2026.

Tue 22/913:25
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Sun 4/1023:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 24/5$1,037
Wed 16/913:25
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Wed 7/1023:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 23/5$1,039
Sat 18/713:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Sat 25/723:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 22/5$1,047
Sun 4/1023:55
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop31h 10m
Fiji Airways
Fri 16/1023:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 21/5$1,052
Mon 25/513:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Sun 31/523:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/5$1,056
Fri 29/513:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Fri 5/623:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 20/5$1,057
Fri 14/813:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Mon 31/823:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/5$1,061
Fri 22/513:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Fri 5/623:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/5$1,089
Sun 19/713:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Thu 23/723:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 20/5$1,091
Fri 17/713:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Fri 31/723:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/5$1,092
Thu 6/813:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Wed 12/823:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/5$1,095
Sat 18/714:55
AVV
-
LAX
2 stops31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/707:00
LAX
-
AVV
2 stops22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5$1,307

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 24 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,037

One-way from

$766

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,207
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 17/7-31/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Riverside
Delta
  • Delta
  • 5/6
  • Nonstop
  • 14h 38m total
  • Melbourne to Riverside
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

10:55-19:18

1 stop25h 23m

Los Angeles

Tue 24/11

20:05-10:00

1 stop18h 55m

$1,272

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sun 2/8

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

Los Angeles

Sun 16/8

20:21-08:15

1 stop18h 54m

$1,274

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

10:00-07:39

Nonstop14h 39m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/10

22:50-08:50

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,277

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

Los Angeles

Fri 14/8

10:55-08:15

1 stop28h 20m

$1,277
Fastest return journey

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 23/10

10:30-06:40

Nonstop14h 10m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/11

22:35-09:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,294

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sun 20/9

09:30-06:40

Nonstop14h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/10

20:21-09:15

1 stop18h 54m

$1,298

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

10:55-15:35

1 stop21h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/10

22:40-08:30

Nonstop15h 50m

$1,305

MelbourneLos Angeles

AVV - LAX

AVVLAX

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 18/7

14:55-05:00

2 stops31h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 30/7

07:00-22:50

2 stops22h 50m

$1,307

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 15/10

15:25-21:25

2 stops24h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/11

07:00-07:35

2 stops29h 35m

$1,401

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sat 18/7

15:00-05:00

2 stops31h 00m

Los Angeles

Thu 30/7

07:00-18:55

2 stops42h 55m

$1,420

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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

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 24 May 2026.

When flying from Melbourne to Riverside, 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 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 24 May 2026.

The most flights from ME1 to R1V are scheduled on a Wednesday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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

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 24 May 2026.
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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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 Melbourne to Riverside. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Riverside?

    Departing from Melbourne to Riverside will take you 14h 39m. 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 $446. Delta flights start at $552 while deals on Air New Zealand start at $570 one-way.

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

    Consider Aeromexico (100%), Air France (70%) or Delta (69%) 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 $5,392, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $785. The most popular route (Melbourne - Los Angeles), is priced around $990.

  • 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.

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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 24 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$670Average$1,502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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DeltaCheapest$790Average$1,323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$826Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$875Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$902Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$976Average$1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$984Average$1,249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$994Average$1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,085Average$1,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,198Average$2,330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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