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

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

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

As of September 2026, there are 6 flights per day flying from Melbourne Airport to California. The most common time of day flights depart is 09:00, with 100% of flights taking off at midday.

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

As of September 2026, 48 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in California each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to California?

Fiji Airways, United Airlines and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Fiji Airways is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of September 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to California.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to California.

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

The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$563 Cheap Flights from Melbourne Airport to California in 2026/27

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14:25 - 13:05MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

16h 40m1 stop Nadi

22:35 - 12:20LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

18h 45m1 stop Nadi

$1,067Fiji Airways

Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov

13:35 - 12:00MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

17h 25m1 stop Nadi

22:35 - 12:20LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

18h 45m1 stop Nadi

$1,072Fiji Airways

Thu, 19 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

10:10 - 06:01MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

14h 51mdirect

21:00 - 08:00LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

16h 00mdirect

$1,098Virgin Australia

Wed, 27 Jan - Wed, 10 Feb

10:10 - 05:55MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

14h 45mdirect

20:55 - 08:00LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

16h 05mdirect

$1,102Virgin Australia

Wed, 4 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

11:45 - 15:25MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

21h 40m1 stop San Francisco

18:40 - 10:30LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

20h 50m1 stop San Francisco

$1,162Lufthansa

Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

10:10 - 06:01MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

14h 51mdirect

21:00 - 08:00LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

16h 00mdirect

$1,167Delta

Thu, 28 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb

10:10 - 05:55MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

14h 45mdirect

20:55 - 08:00LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

16h 05mdirect

$1,167Delta

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

11:45 - 15:25MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

21h 40m1 stop San Francisco

16:32 - 10:30LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

22h 58m1 stop San Francisco

$1,168Lufthansa

Mon, 26 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov

11:30 - 06:55MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

14h 25mdirect

15:05 - 10:30LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

24h 25m1 stop San Francisco

$1,174United Airlines

Tue, 26 Jan - Wed, 10 Feb

11:30 - 06:55MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

14h 25mdirect

10:15 - 10:30LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

29h 15m1 stop San Francisco

$1,174United Airlines

Tue, 26 Jan - Sun, 7 Feb

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10:55 - 00:26MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

30h 31m1 stop San Francisco

19:45 - 10:30LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

19h 45m1 stop San Francisco

$1,118Virgin Australia

Thu, 1 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov

10:55 - 20:22MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

26h 27m1 stop San Francisco

22:35 - 10:30LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

40h 55m1 stop San Francisco

$1,187United Airlines

Thu, 1 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

11:55 - 23:07MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

29h 12m1 stop San Francisco

18:40 - 10:30LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

20h 50m1 stop San Francisco

$1,187United Airlines

Mon, 5 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

11:00 - 07:35MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

14h 35mdirect

22:50 - 08:50LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

16h 00mdirect

$1,241Delta

Sun, 4 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct

11:00 - 07:35MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

14h 35mdirect

20:55 - 08:00LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

16h 05mdirect

$1,242Delta

Sun, 4 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

17:15 - 06:00MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

30h 45m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

22:45 - 13:05LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

20h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,310Virgin Australia

Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

09:45 - 22:55MEL Melbourne-SFO San Francisco

30h 10m1 stop Los Angeles

13:28 - 06:45SFO San Francisco-MEL Melbourne

23h 17m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,323Qantas Airways

Thu, 1 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct

09:45 - 06:05MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

14h 20mdirect

19:54 - 05:00LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

63h 06m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,337American Airlines

Mon, 5 Oct - Thu, 8 Oct

09:45 - 06:05MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

14h 20mdirect

18:52 - 05:00LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

40h 08m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,337American Airlines

Sun, 4 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct

16:35 - 17:05MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

17h 30m1 stop Brisbane

21:30 - 10:30LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

19h 00m1 stop Brisbane

$1,407Qantas Airways

Fri, 2 Oct - Sun, 4 Oct

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Fiji Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to California

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Fiji Airways

20 Oct

MEL14:25Melbourne

16h 40m

1 stop

LAX13:05Los Angeles

10 Nov

LAX22:35Los Angeles

18h 45m

1 stop

MEL12:20Melbourne

$1,067

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19 Nov

MEL13:35Melbourne

17h 25m

1 stop

LAX12:00Los Angeles

1 Dec

LAX22:35Los Angeles

18h 45m

1 stop

MEL12:20Melbourne

$1,072

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19 Nov

MEL13:35Melbourne

17h 25m

1 stop

LAX12:00Los Angeles

1 Dec

LAX22:35Los Angeles

18h 45m

1 stop

MEL12:20Melbourne

$1,082

Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to California

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Melbourne Airport to California flight tickets

Virgin Australia

27 Jan

MEL10:10Melbourne

14h 51m

LAX06:01Los Angeles

10 Feb

LAX21:00Los Angeles

16h 00m

MEL08:00Melbourne

$1,098

Virgin Australia

4 Nov

MEL10:10Melbourne

14h 45m

LAX05:55Los Angeles

8 Nov

LAX20:55Los Angeles

16h 05m

MEL08:00Melbourne

$1,102

Virgin Australia

1 Oct

MEL10:55Melbourne

30h 31m

1 stop

LAX00:26Los Angeles

3 Nov

LAX19:45Los Angeles

19h 45m

1 stop

MEL10:30Melbourne

$1,118

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Tue 20/10

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Tue 10/11

22:35-12:20

1 stop18h 45m

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13:35-12:00

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1 stop18h 45m

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10:10-06:01

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Nonstop16h 00m

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10:10-05:55

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Wed 28/10

11:45-15:25

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1 stop20h 50m

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MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles

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Thu 28/1

10:10-06:01

Nonstop14h 51m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/2

21:00-08:00

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,167

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles

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Tue 10/11

10:10-05:55

Nonstop14h 45m

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20:55-08:00

Nonstop16h 05m

$1,167

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MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles

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Mon 26/10

11:45-15:25

1 stop21h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/11

16:32-10:30

1 stop22h 58m

$1,168

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles

MELLAX

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Tue 26/1

11:30-06:55

Nonstop14h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/2

15:05-10:30

1 stop24h 25m

$1,174

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles

MELLAX

Melbourne

Tue 26/1

11:30-06:55

Nonstop14h 25m

Los Angeles

Sun 7/2

10:15-10:30

1 stop29h 15m

$1,174

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The cheapest month to fly to California from Melbourne Airport is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,162, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit California in February, then you should wait until March to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,187.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to California from Melbourne Airport is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $1,428. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Melbourne Airport to California on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,612. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

Flying to California from Melbourne Airport in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,196 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $1,681. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to California flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $1,229 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,197 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne Airport to California flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne Airport to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to California flight.

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Best price found	$563
Fastest flight time	14h 10m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $563. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,067.

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to California takes 14h 10m

Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From Melbourne Airport there are direct flights to Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to California refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to California?
As of September 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to California?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Melbourne Airport and California, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, making up 79.30% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A350-900 with 13.60%, Airbus A380-800 with 2.86%, and Airbus A380 with 2.08%.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to California

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Delta	PriceFrom $709	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,611 reviews	Search Delta flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $732	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 479 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $785	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,270 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $823	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,028 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $838	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 259 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $920	Free cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,097 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $936	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,101 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,005	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 670 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,011	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,707 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,167	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,252 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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