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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,277
Typical prices: C$ 1,072-C$ 1,427
Fiji Airways
Tue 9/2Wed 3/3
LAX - MEL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 1,360
Typical prices: C$ 1,442-C$ 1,869
Delta
Mon 19/10Wed 18/11
LAX - MEL • Direct
Advice from real travellers
Arrive early at Los Angeles to handle queues and any terminal changes smoothly.
Allow extra time for terminal changes before your Melbourne flight.
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You can fly direct with Delta, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines. Average duration is 15h 53m
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,266 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 18h 35m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 6% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne (LAX-MEL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Melbourne

Tue, 9 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar
Fiji Airways Logo
10:35 p.m. - 12:20 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
18h 45m1 stop Nadi
Fiji Airways Logo
1:45 p.m. - 12:00 p.m.MEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles
17h 15m1 stop Nadi
C$ 1,277Fiji Airways
Tue, 9 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
Fiji Airways Logo
10:35 p.m. - 12:20 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
18h 45m1 stop Nadi
Fiji Airways Logo
1:35 p.m. - 12:00 p.m.MEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles
17h 25m1 stop Nadi
C$ 1,277Fiji Airways
Sat, 24 Oct - Mon, 9 Nov
Fiji Airways Logo
11:55 p.m. - 12:20 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
18h 25m1 stop Nadi
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1:35 p.m. - 12:00 p.m.MEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles
17h 25m1 stop Nadi
C$ 1,279Fiji Airways
Mon, 19 Oct - Wed, 18 Nov
Delta Logo
10:50 p.m. - 8:50 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
16h 00mdirect
Delta Logo
10:10 a.m. - 5:55 a.m.MEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles
14h 45mdirect
C$ 1,360Delta
Sun, 18 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov
Delta Logo
10:50 p.m. - 8:50 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
16h 00mdirect
Delta Logo
10:10 a.m. - 5:55 a.m.MEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles
14h 45mdirect
C$ 1,360Delta
Sun, 18 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov
Delta Logo
10:50 p.m. - 8:50 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
16h 00mdirect
Delta Logo
10:10 a.m. - 5:55 a.m.MEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles
14h 45mdirect
C$ 1,360Delta
Wed, 3 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb
United Airlines Logo
8:05 p.m. - 10:30 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
19h 25m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
11:30 a.m. - 6:55 a.m.MEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles
14h 25mdirect
C$ 1,372United Airlines
Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
United Airlines Logo
3:05 p.m. - 10:30 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
24h 25m1 stop San Francisco
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11:30 a.m. - 6:55 a.m.MEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles
14h 25mdirect
C$ 1,372United Airlines
Sun, 20 Sep - Mon, 9 Nov
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9:50 p.m. - 6:45 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
15h 55mdirect
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10:45 p.m. - 6:05 p.m.MEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles
14h 20mdirect
C$ 1,381Qantas Airways
Fri, 5 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
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10:50 p.m. - 9:30 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
15h 40mdirect
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10:45 p.m. - 6:05 p.m.MEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles
14h 20mdirect
C$ 1,404Qantas Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to Melbourne flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport?

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Melbourne Airport from Los Angeles usually cost between C$ 1,238 and C$ 1,690 in February.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,277 on Fiji Airways (9 Feb–3 Mar).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Melbourne on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Friday. On your return trip to Los Angeles, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport?

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport is February, where tickets cost C$ 1,262 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 1,755 and C$ 1,601 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport?

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at C$ 1,313 on average.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 6% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Bill Fink

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Expert on Qantas Airways

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Low season

April

Cheapest flight

C$ 696
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (23% more expensive on average)
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Flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Los Angeles to Melbourne 
RobertFlew with Qantas Airways-Jun 2025
Make sure you’ve got enough time to switch terminals if needbe
Verified travelerFlew with Qantas Airways-Apr 2024
Arrive earlier than recommended. You'll never know what awaits you!

FAQs for booking Los Angeles to Melbourne flights

  • What is parking like at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport boasts around 10,000 parking spaces. Passengers can choose between short-term and long-term parking options. Long-term parking costs between $9 and $17 per day while short-term packing goes for around $5 to $40 per day. The airport also has parking for people with disabilities in all official airport parking lots. All shuttle buses serving the airport are equipped with wheelchair lifts, making them accessible for travelers with disabilities.

  • Are there any dining options at LAX Airport?

    There are over 100 restaurants, cafes, and bars at LAX. Most of the restaurants are beyond security, which makes it easy to find something to eat before your flight. The airport also features lounges through different airlines. The majority of the lounges allow passengers in all cabins to buy a day pass. If your airline doesn’t have a lounge or you are not eligible to access it, you can always purchase a day pass at other lounges.

  • Is there a non-stop flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne, Australia?

    A few airlines do offer non-stop flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne, Australia, with Delta and Fiji Airways being the most popular of them. On most flight routes however, you will have to make one layover. Common layover destinations on this route include Nadi International Airport (NAN), Fiji, and Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in the Philippines.

  • Is there an on-site hotel at Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

    There are three hotels operating at MEL. The Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport is available for day use for up to 6 hours. The other two hotels are Parkroyal Melbourne Airport and Ibis Budget. These options are available for use for a few hours and offer a good way to relax before or after your flight.

  • Is transport available at Melbourne Airport?

    There are a number of convenient transport options for passengers arriving at Melbourne Airport. Passengers can take an express bus to the city centre from outside International Arrivals. This service runs from the early morning into the late evening and costs around A$ 21. Buses to the city centre usually take between 20-25min. Taxi ranks also operate outside Terminal 1, 2 and 3, and taxi rides to Melbourne city centre usually take around 30min. Taxis to the city generally cost between A$ 50-70. Free buses also run passengers from Terminal 1 to the nearby Value Car Park; perfect if you’re being picked up from the airport.

  • Which family services are offered at Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

     MEL's Kids Corner is located in the departures area between Gate 15 and Gate 16 and features age-appropriate games, toys, books, and activities for kids. The airport also provides a Family Room on the ground floor in the International Departure Lounge. This room has a television, internet access, toys, games, and a children's play area. MEL offers two Nursing Rooms near Gate 14. Lastly, the airport provides two Parent Rooms located at the Domestic Terminal near Gate 11 and the International Terminal near Gate 24.

  • Which accessibility services are offered at LAX?

    The airport has wheelchair-accessible lifts and ramps throughout the terminal, as well as accessible restrooms and telephones. LAX also provides accessible shuttle buses for passengers with disabilities. The airport also offers exceptional service for visually-impaired or hard-of-hearing passengers, including special seating, boarding and disembarking assistance, and baggage assistance.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport was C$ 696 for a one-way ticket and C$ 1,277 for a round-trip.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    American Airlines, Qantas Airways, Alaska Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to Melbourne flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to Melbourne flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and Melbourne, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    There are direct flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne, Fiji Airways or Qantas Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne are Fiji Airways and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of C$ 1,151 and an overall rating of 8.0, Fiji Airways is the most popular choice. Qantas Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 1,317 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Melbourne from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 588 or less one-way and C$ 1,215 or less round-trip.
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the main international airport serving Los Angeles and the nearby areas. LAX is the largest and busiest international airport on the U.S West Coast, making it a major international gateway to the United States.
  • Los Angeles International Airport can be accessed via I-405 Northbound and from I-405 Southbound. It is a hub for many airlines, including Alaska Airlines, Delta Air, American Airlines, Allegiant Air, Norwegian, and Qantas.
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) is the largest airport in Melbourne, Victoria. It is the city’s main international airport and is the main entry for most international visitors. The airport hosts nonstop flights from several domestic and international airlines. It is also a major hub for Qantas.
  • If you want to save time and skip all security lines, you can enroll in LAX’s CLEAR program. The airport has CLEAR lanes in Terminals 1 to 7 for fast security clearance. Delta Sky Club has a CLEAR Enrollment Center in T2 for its club members.
  • Transport to Melbourne’s Central Business district is available by bus and car rentals. There is no train service available to this airport. If you prefer public transport, there is a public bus service that serves Zone 1 and 2. To use this service, you will be required to have a Myki Smartcard; the fare is around $3.04 (A$4), and the smartcard itself costs about $4.56 (A$6).
  • Short- and long-stay parking is conveniently available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX). All car parks are situated within walking distance of the terminals, and long-stay parking costs around $40 (A$ 52) per 24h period of use.
  • Currency exchange services are available inside the Arrivals Area of both Terminal 1 and 2 at Melbourne Airport (MEL). You can also pre-order currency for collection up to 21 days before you travel.
  • Passengers travelling business class to Melbourne with Fiji Airways or Cathay Pacific can make use of the One World Lounge, which is located on Level 5 of the Tom Bradley International Terminal.
  • Several permanent art installations are sure to impress if you have time to spare at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Travellers can view the "Sky's the Limit" sculpture inside the Tom Bradley International Terminal. The "LAX Pylons" sculpture is in the Central Terminal Area near the entrance to the airport. The "LAX Gateway" sculpture is also in the Central Terminal Area.
  • LAX offers pet relief areas both in the terminal and outside. Inside the airport are designated pet relief areas on the upper/departure level near the intersections of Terminals 2, 4, 5, 7, and 8. Outside the terminal, pet relief areas are located on the Arrivals Level near the centre islands between Terminals 1 and 2 and Terminals 6 and 7.
  • The most common layover from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a layover at San Francisco Airport (SFO). Some airlines offer direct flights from LAX to MEL, but most require a layover in SFO. Traditional airlines with this layover include American Airlines, United Airlines, Virgin Australia, Alaska Airlines, and Delta Airlines.

Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Airport to Melbourne Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to Melbourne

Monday

Delta,Qantas Airways,United Airlines

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Tuesday

Qantas Airways,Delta

Qantas Airways,Delta

Wednesday

Delta,Qantas Airways,United Airlines

Delta,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Qantas Airways,Delta

Qantas Airways,Delta

Friday

Delta,Qantas Airways,United Airlines

Delta,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Qantas Airways,Delta

Qantas Airways,Delta

Sunday

Qantas Airways,Delta

Qantas Airways,Delta

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Direct returns

Melbourne to Los Angeles

Monday

Qantas Airways,Delta

Qantas Airways,Delta

Tuesday

Qantas Airways,Delta

Qantas Airways,Delta

Wednesday

Delta,Qantas Airways,United Airlines

Delta,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Qantas Airways,Delta

Qantas Airways,Delta

Friday

Delta,Qantas Airways,United Airlines

Delta,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Qantas Airways,Delta

Qantas Airways,Delta

Sunday

Delta,Qantas Airways,United Airlines

Delta,Qantas Airways, +1 more

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