How many flights depart from California to Melbourne on average per day?

12 flights are operational daily from California to Melbourne as of July 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 21:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

Which airlines fly to Melbourne?

Fiji Airways, Qantas Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from California according to our data. Fiji Airways is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Melbourne?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Melbourne

How long does it take to fly to Melbourne?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Melbourne you fly into. For example, flying from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport takes 15h 40m on average. On the other hand, flying from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport takes 15h 55m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

How many flights depart from California to Melbourne on average per week?

As of July 2026, 89 flights take off from California and land in Melbourne each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 21% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Melbourne?

Prices for flights from California to Melbourne are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Melbourne?

As of July 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Melbourne.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Melbourne?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Melbourne.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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23:55 - 12:25

LAX

MEL

19h 30m

1 stop

23:35 - 13:05

MEL

LAX

30h 30m

1 stop

$1,205Fiji Airways

Sun, 2 Aug - Sun, 9 Aug

23:35 - 12:45

LAX

MEL

19h 10m

1 stop

13:55 - 12:00

MEL

LAX

17h 05m

1 stop

$1,207Fiji Airways

Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 15 Nov

12:33 - 12:00

SFO

MEL

30h 27m

2 stops

13:30 - 20:40

MEL

SFO

24h 10m

2 stops

$1,364Multiple Airlines

Tue, 18 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug

00:30 - 05:00

SFO

MEL

35h 30m

1 stop

08:00 - 21:10

MEL

SFO

30h 10m

1 stop

$1,443Philippine Airlines

Sat, 22 Aug - Sun, 6 Sep

00:30 - 06:30

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MEL

37h 00m

1 stop

08:00 - 21:10

MEL

SFO

30h 10m

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$1,463Philippine Airlines

Tue, 11 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug

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AVV

21h 20m

1 stop

06:00 - 06:05

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LAX

19h 05m

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$1,519Multiple Airlines

Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

13:06 - 07:50

ONT

MEL

25h 44m

2 stops

10:00 - 22:04

MEL

ONT

29h 04m

2 stops

$1,526Delta

Wed, 19 Aug - Wed, 9 Sep

09:43 - 08:50

BUR

MEL

29h 07m

2 stops

11:00 - 16:06

MEL

BUR

23h 06m

2 stops

$1,528Delta

Sun, 11 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

18:39 - 08:15

ONT

MEL

20h 36m

1 stop

10:55 - 12:12

MEL

ONT

18h 17m

1 stop

$1,568United Airlines

Mon, 10 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug

18:39 - 08:15

ONT

MEL

20h 36m

1 stop

10:55 - 12:12

MEL

ONT

18h 17m

1 stop

$1,571United Airlines

Mon, 10 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug

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Fiji Airways flights from California to Melbourne

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Fiji Airways

2 Aug

LAX23:55Los Angeles

19h 30m

1 stop

MEL12:25Melbourne

9 Aug

MEL23:35Melbourne

30h 30m

1 stop

LAX13:05Los Angeles

$1,205

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25 Oct

LAX23:35Los Angeles

19h 10m

1 stop

MEL12:45Melbourne

15 Nov

MEL13:55Melbourne

17h 05m

1 stop

LAX12:00Los Angeles

$1,207

Fiji Airways

27 July

LAX23:55Los Angeles

19h 30m

1 stop

MEL12:25Melbourne

31 July

MEL23:35Melbourne

30h 30m

1 stop

LAX13:05Los Angeles

$1,212

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Delta

19 Aug

ONT13:06Ontario

25h 44m

2 stops

MEL07:50Melbourne

9 Sept

MEL10:00Melbourne

29h 04m

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ONT22:04Ontario

$1,526

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11 Oct

BUR09:43Burbank Bob Hope

29h 07m

2 stops

MEL08:50Melbourne

26 Oct

MEL11:00Melbourne

23h 06m

2 stops

BUR16:06Burbank Bob Hope

$1,528

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25 Aug

ONT17:05Ontario

45h 45m

2 stops

MEL07:50Melbourne

9 Sept

MEL10:00Melbourne

29h 04m

2 stops

ONT22:04Ontario

$1,545

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23:35-12:45

1 stop19h 10m

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$1,207

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12:33-12:00

2 stops30h 27m

Melbourne

Mon 24/8

13:30-20:40

2 stops24h 10m

$1,364

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SFO - MEL

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San Francisco

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00:30-05:00

1 stop35h 30m

Melbourne

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08:00-21:10

1 stop30h 10m

$1,443

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Melbourne

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1 stop30h 10m

$1,463

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1 stop21h 20m

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Mon 2/11

06:00-06:05

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ONT - MEL

ONTMEL

Ontario

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13:06-07:50

2 stops25h 44m

Melbourne

Wed 9/9

10:00-22:04

2 stops29h 04m

$1,526

BurbankMelbourne

BUR - MEL

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09:43-08:50

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11:00-16:06

2 stops23h 06m

$1,528

OntarioMelbourne

ONT - MEL

ONTMEL

Ontario

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18:39-08:15

1 stop20h 36m

Melbourne

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10:55-12:12

1 stop18h 17m

$1,568

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ONT - MEL

ONTMEL

Ontario

Mon 10/8

18:39-08:15

1 stop20h 36m

Melbourne

Mon 24/8

10:55-12:12

1 stop18h 17m

$1,571

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, June is the cheapest month to fly from California to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $75. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of June, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $109.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,421. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Friday is $1,785.

What is the cheapest California to Melbourne flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $1,481 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from California for as low as $1,410 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Melbourne?
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As of July 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Melbourne.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Melbourne?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $933	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 246 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $972	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,057 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,355	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,932 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,370	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,777 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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