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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles from £412

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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LAX
3 Apr — 10 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Los Angeles are usually found in February or August, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 29 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£580

One-way from

£412

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£638
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 25/7-20/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Los Angeles
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10/5
  • 10/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Los Angeles
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£78 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 March 2025.

Fri 25/723:35MEL - LAX
1 stop30h 20mFiji Airways
Fri 22/823:55LAX - MEL
1 stop29h 40mFiji Airways
Deal found 28/3£580
Thu 29/512:55MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/623:55LAX - MEL
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3£671
Wed 24/908:00MEL - LAX
1 stop29h 45mPhilippine Airlines
Mon 20/1012:50LAX - MEL
1 stop24h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 29/3£784
Mon 6/1000:35MEL - LAX
2 stops30h 15mSingapore Airlines
Tue 28/1023:05LAX - MEL
1 stop28h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/3£794
Mon 2/610:55MEL - LAX
1 stop22h 03mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/622:35LAX - MEL
Nonstop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/3£849
Fri 12/921:50MEL - LAX
1 stop40h 45mChina Airlines
Fri 10/1016:25LAX - MEL
1 stop25h 15mChina Airlines
Deal found 29/3£878
Tue 4/1112:00MEL - LAX
Nonstop14h 20mQantas Airways
Wed 26/1120:35LAX - MEL
Nonstop16h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/3£908
Thu 7/814:25MEL - LAX
1 stop25h 10mCathay Pacific
Fri 29/801:25LAX - MEL
1 stop27h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/3£943
Wed 1/1018:30MEL - LAX
2 stops33h 20mAir Tahiti Nui
Tue 28/1023:45LAX - MEL
2 stops24h 05mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 29/3£1,057

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 25/7

13:35-12:55

1 stop16h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 23/8

23:55-12:00

1 stop19h 05m

£580

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 29/5

12:55-12:55

1 stop17h 00m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/6

23:55-14:45

2 stops21h 50m

£671

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 24/9

08:00-20:45

1 stop29h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 20/10

12:50-07:30

1 stop24h 40m

£784

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 2/6

10:55-15:58

1 stop22h 03m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/6

22:35-07:30

Nonstop15h 55m

£849

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 8/8

12:05-13:20

1 stop18h 15m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/9

22:10-10:50

1 stop19h 40m

£864

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 12/9

21:50-21:35

1 stop40h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/10

16:25-11:40

1 stop25h 15m

£878

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 2/6

09:45-07:00

Nonstop14h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/6

21:50-06:45

Nonstop15h 55m

£908

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 7/8

14:25-22:35

1 stop25h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/9

01:25-22:15

1 stop27h 50m

£943

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

09:15-21:50

1 stop29h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 20/10

23:40-21:35

1 stop27h 55m

£959

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 11/9

07:00-10:50

2 stops20h 50m

Los Angeles

Fri 3/10

23:55-16:25

2 stops23h 30m

£1,061

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles is 83 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles (average of £575). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 March 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 55% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 29 March 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Melbourne to Los Angeles, see what other customers have to say about Air Tahiti Nui, Japan Airlines and China Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
722 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Los Angeles. 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 into for flights to Los Angeles from Melbourne?

    Los Angeles (LAX), located 9.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles. 0 airlines have flights to Los Angeles from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 5 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Currently priced at £580, Fiji Airways will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Fiji Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Philippine Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £784 and £849, respectively. Fiji Airways is priced at 20% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Fiji Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £476. Users have also found prices from £535 and £565 on United Airlines and China Airlines, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles are Avianca (74%), Virgin Australia (74%) and United Airlines (74%).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Los Angeles 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 Airport to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles (average of £575). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). 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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