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

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

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

75 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne to California as of August 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 25% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to California?

Fiji Airways, Qantas Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Melbourne according to our data. Fiji Airways is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

10 flights are operational daily from Melbourne to California as of August 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 09:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off at midday.

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne to California are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

There are 11 operators available for flights from Melbourne to California as of August 2026.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne to California.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to California 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 California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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14:20 - 13:05MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

16h 45m1 stop Nadi

23:35 - 12:45LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

19h 10m1 stop Nadi

$1,006Fiji Airways

Mon, 19 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

13:45 - 12:00MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

17h 15m1 stop Nadi

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

18h 45m1 stop Nadi

$1,013Fiji Airways

Wed, 18 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

08:10 - 12:00AVV Melbourne Avalon-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

22h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Nadi

22:35 - 23:15LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-AVV Melbourne Avalon

29h 40m2 stops Nadi Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,041Multiple Airlines

Mon, 1 Feb - Sun, 7 Feb

10:10 - 06:02MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

14h 52mdirect

21:05 - 08:00LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

15h 55mdirect

$1,090Delta

Tue, 23 Feb - Sun, 7 Mar

09:10 - 05:55MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

14h 45mdirect

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

16h 05mdirect

$1,147Delta

Thu, 29 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov

10:00 - 07:39MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

14h 39mdirect

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

16h 00mdirect

$1,158Virgin Australia

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 21 Oct

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

14h 45mdirect

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

16h 05mdirect

$1,158Virgin Australia

Wed, 11 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

09:30 - 06:40MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

14h 10mdirect

16:10 - 08:15LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

23h 05m1 stop San Francisco

$1,169United Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

10:30 - 06:40MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

14h 10mdirect

22:40 - 08:30LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

15h 50mdirect

$1,171United Airlines

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

14:25 - 18:42MEL Melbourne-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

22h 17m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles Los Angeles

14:55 - 12:25LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MEL Melbourne

27h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Nadi

$1,175Multiple Airlines

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

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09:30 - 06:45MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

14h 15mdirect

13:25 - 08:15LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

25h 50m1 stop San Francisco

$1,169Virgin Australia

Wed, 2 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

09:30 - 06:45MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

14h 15mdirect

22:40 - 07:30LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

15h 50mdirect

$1,169Virgin Australia

Wed, 2 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

10:55 - 15:35MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

21h 40m1 stop San Francisco

20:21 - 08:15LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

18h 54m1 stop San Francisco

$1,179United Airlines

Mon, 31 Aug - Mon, 28 Sep

10:55 - 12:01MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

18h 06m1 stop San Francisco

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

20h 50m1 stop San Francisco

$1,179United Airlines

Mon, 31 Aug - Tue, 24 Nov

10:00 - 07:40MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

14h 40mdirect

23:00 - 07:50LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

15h 50mdirect

$1,223Delta

Sun, 30 Aug - Mon, 14 Sep

10:00 - 07:40MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

14h 40mdirect

23:00 - 07:50LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

15h 50mdirect

$1,229Delta

Sun, 30 Aug - Mon, 14 Sep

09:45 - 07:05MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

14h 20mdirect

23:10 - 10:15LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

18h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,247British Airways

Sun, 30 Aug - Mon, 14 Sep

09:45 - 07:05MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

14h 20mdirect

21:50 - 06:45LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

15h 55mdirect

$1,250Qantas Airways

Sun, 30 Aug - Fri, 11 Sep

19:50 - 06:10MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

27h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

22:40 - 07:30LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

15h 50mdirect

$1,429Qantas Airways

Sun, 30 Aug - Mon, 14 Sep

10:30 - 14:30AVV Melbourne Avalon-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

21h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

23:30 - 14:10LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-AVV Melbourne Avalon

21h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,691Multiple Airlines

Wed, 2 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

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10:10 - 06:02MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

14h 52mdirect

21:05 - 08:00LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

15h 55mdirect

$1,090Delta

Tue, 23 Feb - Sun, 7 Mar

09:10 - 05:55MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

14h 45mdirect

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

16h 05mdirect

$1,147Delta

Thu, 29 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov

10:00 - 07:39MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

14h 39mdirect

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

16h 00mdirect

$1,158Virgin Australia

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 21 Oct

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

14h 45mdirect

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

16h 05mdirect

$1,158Virgin Australia

Wed, 11 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

10:30 - 06:40MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

14h 10mdirect

22:40 - 08:30LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

15h 50mdirect

$1,171United Airlines

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

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

14h 25mdirect

22:35 - 09:30LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

15h 55mdirect

$1,200United Airlines

Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

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

14h 20mdirect

23:50 - 09:30LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

15h 40mdirect

$1,278Qantas Airways

Mon, 19 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

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

14h 20mdirect

23:50 - 09:30LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

15h 40mdirect

$1,279Qantas Airways

Sat, 24 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

22:45 - 18:05MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

14h 20mdirect

22:50 - 09:30LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

15h 40mdirect

$1,315American Airlines

Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

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

14h 20mdirect

20:50 - 06:45LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

15h 55mdirect

$1,315American Airlines

Sun, 11 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct

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Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne to California

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Melbourne to California flight tickets

Virgin Australia

9 Sept

MEL10:00Melbourne

14h 39m

LAX07:39Los Angeles Los Angeles

21 Oct

LAX22:50Los Angeles Los Angeles

16h 00m

MEL08:50Melbourne

$1,158

Virgin Australia

18 Nov

MEL10:10Melbourne

14h 45m

LAX05:55Los Angeles Los Angeles

29 Nov

LAX20:55Los Angeles Los Angeles

16h 05m

MEL08:00Melbourne

$1,162

Virgin Australia

2 Sept

MEL09:30Melbourne

14h 15m

LAX06:45Los Angeles Los Angeles

14 Sept

LAX22:40Los Angeles Los Angeles

15h 50m

MEL07:30Melbourne

$1,169

Fiji Airways flights from Melbourne to California

Our best Fiji Airways deals on Melbourne to California flight tickets

Fiji Airways

19 Oct

MEL14:20Melbourne

16h 45m

1 stop

LAX13:05Los Angeles Los Angeles

25 Oct

LAX23:35Los Angeles Los Angeles

19h 10m

1 stop

MEL12:45Melbourne

$1,006

Fiji Airways

1 Oct

MEL13:20Melbourne

16h 45m

1 stop

LAX13:05Los Angeles Los Angeles

30 Oct

LAX23:35Los Angeles Los Angeles

18h 50m

1 stop

MEL12:25Melbourne

$1,013

Fiji Airways

29 Oct

MEL13:35Melbourne

17h 25m

1 stop

LAX13:00Los Angeles Los Angeles

7 Nov

LAX22:35Los Angeles Los Angeles

18h 45m

1 stop

MEL12:20Melbourne

$1,016

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$1,006

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Wed 18/11

13:45-12:00

1 stop17h 15m

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$1,013

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Melbourne Avalon

Mon 1/2

08:10-12:00

2 stops22h 50m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 7/2

22:35-23:15

2 stops29h 40m

$1,041

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MELLAX

Melbourne

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10:10-06:02

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Los Angeles Los Angeles

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$1,090

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MELLAX

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Thu 29/10

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Nonstop14h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 7/11

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$1,147

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MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 9/9

10:00-07:39

Nonstop14h 39m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 21/10

22:50-08:50

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,158

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MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

MELLAX

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10:10-05:55

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Los Angeles Los Angeles

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Nonstop16h 05m

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MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

MELLAX

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Nonstop14h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 16/9

16:10-08:15

1 stop23h 05m

$1,169

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MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 14/10

10:30-06:40

Nonstop14h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 21/10

22:40-08:30

Nonstop15h 50m

$1,171

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MEL Melbourne - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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Melbourne

Wed 7/10

14:25-18:42

2 stops22h 17m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 28/10

14:55-12:25

2 stops27h 30m

$1,175

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The cheapest month to fly to California from Melbourne is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,126, 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 October to fly from Melbourne, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,134.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to California from Melbourne is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $1,374. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Melbourne to California on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,529. 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 in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,140 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $1,624. 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 to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $1,185 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 for as low as $1,158 on momondo.

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

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

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Best price found	$674
Fastest flight time	14h 10m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is $674. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,006.

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

Direct flights go from Melbourne to California on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to California?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to California are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to California?
There are 11 operators available for flights from Melbourne to California as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to California?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to California 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 California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to California

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne to California with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $688	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 473 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Delta	PriceFrom $719	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,538 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $764	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,136 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $814	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 256 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $868	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,087 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $941	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,025 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $946	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,554 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $970	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 665 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $1,002	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,019 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,136	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,227 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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