Cheap flights from California to Melbourne from $586
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Melbourne Airport
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?
The month of March is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from California averaging around $1,449.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?
The cheapest day to depart from California to Melbourne Airport is on a Thursday. Travellers who choose to depart for Melbourne Airport on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $1,807. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,087.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne Airport is in the afternoon. Flights from California to Melbourne Airport during this time can be as low as $1,845. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $1,906 on average. Flights to Melbourne Airport from California in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.
What is the cheapest California to Melbourne flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne Airport?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from California when booking 22 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around $1,728 when searching 22 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from California for as low as $1,648 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on California to Melbourne flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Melbourne flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Melbourne?
Air Canada, Fiji Airways, and ANA are the most popular carriers operating from California to Melbourne
Which airlines fly to Melbourne Airport?
Fiji Airways, United Airlines and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport from California according to our data. Fiji Airways is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne Airport. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from California to Melbourne Airport on average per day?
10 flights are operational daily from California to Melbourne Airport as of June 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 21:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.
How many flights depart from California to Melbourne Airport on average per week?
As of June 2025, 74 flights take off from California and land in Melbourne Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Melbourne Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Melbourne Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Melbourne Airport?
As of June 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Melbourne Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Melbourne Airport?
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 Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne Airport 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 Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Melbourne Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to Melbourne Airport is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (77.96% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A380-800 (8.89%), Airbus A380 (5.87%), and Boeing 777-300ER (2.40%).
Best airlines flying from California to Melbourne Airport
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| Airline | Rating | Free cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $1,131 | Free cancellation | Rating 8.1 194 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,288 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,791 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,508 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 854 reviews |
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Yes. All flights to Melbourne from California on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.
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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Melbourne from California.
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