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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne (LAX-MEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Melbourne

Fri, 12 Sep - Fri, 3 Oct
Fiji Airways Logo
11:55 p.m. - 12:05 p.m.LAX-MEL
19h 10m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
1:30 p.m. - 12:55 p.m.MEL-LAX
16h 25m1 stop
C$ 1,268Fiji Airways
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Thu, 10 Jul - Wed, 8 Oct
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11:55 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.LAX-MEL
29h 50m2 stops
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2:25 p.m. - 12:55 p.m.MEL-LAX
16h 30m1 stop
C$ 1,279
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Mon, 4 Aug - Mon, 11 Aug
Air New Zealand Logo
9:10 p.m. - 10:50 a.m.LAX-MEL
20h 40m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
8:45 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.MEL-LAX
21h 35m2 stops
C$ 1,306Air New Zealand
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Sun, 10 Aug - Tue, 19 Aug
Air New Zealand Logo
10:10 p.m. - 11:55 a.m.LAX-MEL
20h 45m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
8:45 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.MEL-LAX
21h 35m2 stops
C$ 1,336Air New Zealand
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Mon, 4 Aug - Thu, 28 Aug
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10:55 p.m. - 10:20 a.m.LAX-MEL
18h 25m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
2:45 p.m. - 2:25 p.m.MEL-LAX
16h 40m1 stop
C$ 1,473Qantas Airways
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Sun, 29 Jun - Sat, 12 Jul
Qantas Airways Logo
11:10 p.m. - 11:55 a.m.LAX-MEL
19h 45m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
7:30 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.MEL-LAX
27h 30m1 stop
C$ 1,501Qantas Airways
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Mon, 8 Dec - Wed, 31 Dec
Delta Logo
9:25 p.m. - 8:15 a.m.LAX-MEL
15h 50mdirect
Delta Logo
10:25 a.m. - 6:10 a.m.MEL-LAX
14h 45mdirect
C$ 1,602Delta
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Wed, 27 Aug - Wed, 17 Sep
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10:35 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.LAX-MEL
15h 55mdirect
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9:30 a.m. - 6:40 a.m.MEL-LAX
14h 10mdirect
C$ 1,609United Airlines
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Wed, 27 Aug - Wed, 17 Sep
United Airlines Logo
10:35 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.LAX-MEL
15h 55mdirect
United Airlines Logo
9:30 a.m. - 6:40 a.m.MEL-LAX
14h 10mdirect
C$ 1,612United Airlines
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Fri, 12 Dec - Wed, 31 Dec
Delta Logo
9:25 p.m. - 8:15 a.m.LAX-MEL
15h 50mdirect
Delta Logo
10:25 a.m. - 6:10 a.m.MEL-LAX
14h 45mdirect
C$ 1,670Delta
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Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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United Polaris offers lie-flat seats with aisle access, ideal for long-haul comfort.


United Polaris Lounge provides a luxurious experience with seated meals and less crowding.

Qantas Airways

Qantas Business Class offers lie-flat seats and upgraded meals by chef Neil Perry.


Qantas First Lounge at LAX offers sit-down meals and a rotating Australian wine list.

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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.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport is February, where tickets cost C$ 1,260 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 2,152 and C$ 1,831 respectively.

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

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 1,328 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonMay
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flightC$ 565
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (41% more expensive on average)
Flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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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 AirwaysLAX-MELJun 2025
Make sure you’ve got enough time to switch terminals if needbe
Verified travelerFlew with Qantas AirwaysLAX-MELApr 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 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport was C$ 416 for a one-way ticket and C$ 934 for a round-trip.

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

    American Airlines, Qantas Airways, and Alaska Airlines 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?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance 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$ 1,260 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$ 1,806 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$ 1,361 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?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Los Angeles to Melbourne.
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Direct departures

Los Angeles to Melbourne

Monday

Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +7 more

Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines, +8 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +7 more

Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines, +8 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +7 more

Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines, +8 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

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Direct returns

Melbourne to Los Angeles

Monday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +7 more

Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines, +8 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +7 more

Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines, +8 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +7 more

Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines, +8 more

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Top 3 airlines serving from Los Angeles to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.0
Fiji AirwaysOverall score based on 199 reviews
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
8.5Crew
7.5Food
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They will look to squeeze every penny they can out of you!! Pick your seat$$...bring luggage$$$$... if they could charge you for the air on the plane they would!!

4.0 OkayChristopher, Jun 2025NAN - SYD
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They will look to squeeze every penny they can out of you!! Pick your seat$$...bring luggage$$$$... if they could charge you for the air on the plane they would!!

.very good and as I needed wheelchair assistance all staff excellent.. only suggestion is get rid of those plastic chairs hard to ride in and staff have trouble compared to others. Everything else very good experience. Will use Fiji Air again.

In-flight entertainment options could use a refresh, Consider a tie-up with Spotify for more current music and with IMDB or other service for newer selections/movie ratings.

See previous comments. Didn’t take this flight because my other flight was so delayed. Ending up on two other flights as a result and was more than a day late.

6 hour delay and they didnt try to make up any time during an over 10 hour flight

Very good; seat made ready for bed after meal, a plus since one airline covered the seat at the start.

Entertainment was not good. Seems like liquor should’ve been advertised only beer and wine was even though I saw others getting liquor didn’t realize I could. And the food to me could’ve been a little bit.

Food choices perhaps not the best. Only offered beer and wine, when it appeared other liquor was available. Entertainment wasn’t so good.

They charged me over a $1000 dollars to bring two surfboard bags as check baggage. Inappropriate and I would avoid flying sgain

The experience on Fiji Airways was absolutely amazing. Streamlined. All staff was amazing. Pleasant. Friendly. Extremely helpful.

Was bumped to a later flight because of inefficiency on part of the airline.

The Emerits/Qantas flight was cancelled to Wellington. We need a refund. Had to buy another airline ticket. How do we get the refund. Still not in Wellington.

Delayed QF59 flight once again, Qantas doesn't fail in maintaining there delayed departures and arrivals. USB points do not work nor do the power point sockets on the plane, Qantas staff admitted that on the flight. Don't expect to your charge devices. Saving grace, was the ice cream. Bottom line, if you expect to fly to HND and make it on time avoid Qantas and if you're interested in ice cream - visit 7/11.

Pretty excellent. I don’t know what the pilot could have done better with the bumping ( there was a storm) nor what happened to my ears coming down into bendigo. It doesn’t happen coming down into Sydney just the return flight. I wonder why?

Loved the staff. The economy seats could have been bigger.

Airport and crew experience was excellent. We had to queue for the runway - no one’s fault, but it did mean we were 30 minutes late leaving

Overall good experience with flight and airport wheelchair staff. Also got Indian food in the flights

I liked the service, the menu, and the comfort of the seats! Even tho we were seated by the bathrooms, the reclining seats and movie selection was very good, my husband and I didn’t mind at all

Very good as always, stand out airline. The passengers whom choose to stuff baggage that otherwise should be checked-in is a real bother but that's not the airlines doing. A real frustration that passengers just don't want to check-in luggage. This is a pet hate unfortunately.

It’s a two prop flight so I had problems with my ears on re- entering ! But otherwise fine

it was so bad. I tried to board my flight from vancouver to saskatoon. And to my surprise they did not board me cause the flight was changed and no email was send to me. and on my boarding pass which i got from seattle says different flight. I did not knew anyone from Vancouver, air canada crew was rude, i asked for today flight but they were rude and i had early morning dental appointment in saskatoon. I was so much in pain and my whole day is wasted today. and i suffered alot. They did provide me hotel but they did not provide me any food. I am really really disappointed first time had so bad experience with air canada. I may think twice to book it again. If i can get any reply or any composition that would be great. Thanks

Very comfortable (upgraded to business class). The audio on my screen didn’t work, but I managed to play the audio through my phone while watching the screen.

The food was the worst I’ve had on any flight I’ve ever been on.

I was supposed to be on business class at first class from Denver back to Miami due to weather changes. I missed my connection and it’s put on a flight to Fort Lauderdale. Instead of honoring my business class/1st class ticket, they put me in coach, but there were two first class seats open. I think it’s absolutely disgusting that I paid for first class $1300 ticket and they put me in economy and they had to open seats available and I have still not been refunded the difference. I ended up having to eat a snack box instead of the meal I was supposed to get and did not get home till 2 AM so I think that’s a little pathetic that I had to live off crackers for dinner And my poor dog ate some cheese and salami. Oh yes, apparently when they switched me to the new flight they forgot to mention I had a service dog

Flight was late as pilot crew had to land at different airport in their previous flight. Passengers boarded and had to wait for pilots inside plane. Series of incomplete and unnecessary announcements by an annoying voice, rather than complete, informative announcements.

Breakfast was not loaded at SFO due to catering company change. Seems like a major airline at a major hub would have thought of something else or warned passengers to pick up food before boarding a 3 hour flight.

Boarding seemed to be organized bedlam. For what ever reason, preboarding took longer than 20 minutes. Made the plane 20 minutes late taking off. Luckily we arrived on time. Flight crew seemed very friendly. Only slight turbulence.

They hired a new catering company the same day of my flight. They botched the job by not delivering the right carts and after THREE HOURS waiting, the flight crew timed out (flight was 19 hours long and FAA rules state crew can’t work more than 14 hours long). So they CANCELED OUR FLIGHT!! Worst experience ever. Avoid UAL at all costs.

The personnel were professional and friendly. The Boeing 737 Max 9 is too claustrophobic and was very warm at both airport gates, and still warm in the air.

While the staff was pleasant and helpful, the following observations are for your awareness. There was some delay on the tarmac on take off and landing. The paid lunch/food offerings were limited. Entertainment was only available on WiFi at a cost.

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