Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Riverside from $770

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LAX
3 Jun — 10 Jun1
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 Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 4 May 2026.

Thu 7/513:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Sun 24/523:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,064
Thu 28/513:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Thu 11/623:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/5$1,065
Thu 14/513:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Sun 17/523:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,072
Fri 8/513:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Mon 11/523:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/5$1,074
Mon 25/513:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Wed 10/623:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,081
Fri 9/1023:55
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop31h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sat 31/1023:35
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,082
Fri 7/813:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Sat 15/823:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,085
Thu 6/813:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Sat 15/823:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,086
Sun 2/813:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Sat 15/823:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,087
Mon 25/513:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Fri 12/623:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,092
Wed 29/713:25
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Fri 14/823:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/5$1,096

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 4 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,064

One-way from

$770

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,169
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 28/5-10/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Riverside
2/9
  • 2/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Riverside
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 14/8

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

Los Angeles

Wed 16/9

22:40-07:30

Nonstop15h 50m

$1,265

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 5/8

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

Los Angeles

Mon 17/8

22:35-07:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,268

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

Los Angeles

Sun 14/6

17:10-08:15

1 stop22h 05m

$1,272

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 6/8

10:55-21:29

1 stop27h 34m

Los Angeles

Mon 17/8

22:35-07:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,276

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

10:55-00:19

1 stop30h 24m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/6

22:35-07:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,280

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

11:55-20:27

1 stop26h 32m

Los Angeles

Tue 27/10

22:35-09:00

1 stop40h 25m

$1,301

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

16:30-21:32

2 stops22h 02m

Los Angeles

Thu 20/8

07:00-23:35

2 stops23h 35m

$1,434

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

11:00-07:35

Nonstop14h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 27/10

22:45-08:50

Nonstop16h 05m

$1,584

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

06:00-12:05

2 stops23h 05m

Los Angeles

Fri 22/5

20:22-08:15

1 stop18h 53m

$1,591

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Tue 19/5

10:55-22:28

1 stop28h 33m

Los Angeles

Sat 30/5

21:34-10:35

2 stops44h 01m

$1,615

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport 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 4 May 2026.

When flying from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport 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 4 May 2026.

The most flights from MEL 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 (4 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport 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 4 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Riverside, such as Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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 Airport to Riverside?

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from Melbourne Airport to Riverside in about 14h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. There are 12749 km between Melbourne Airport and Riverside. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Fiji Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $441. Users have also found prices from $484 and $546 on SWISS and Delta, respectively.

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

    Consider Delta (65%), Virgin Atlantic (65%) or KLM (65%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Riverside.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Riverside?

    On average you can expect to pay $5,413 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Riverside. The cheapest flight overall is $751 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $1,265.

  • 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 4 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$663Average$1,481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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DeltaCheapest$784Average$1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$818Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$893Average$1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$913Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$966Average$1,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$974Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$983Average$1,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,075Average$1,483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,185Average$2,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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