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

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

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 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 12 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 week?

84 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne to California as of July 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 23% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

12 flights are operational daily from Melbourne to California as of July 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 12 operators available for flights from Melbourne to California as of July 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.

$718 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to California in 2026

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13:55 - 13:00

MEL

LAX

17h 05m

1 stop

22:35 - 12:20

LAX

MEL

18h 45m

1 stop

$994Fiji Airways

Sun, 1 Nov - Thu, 5 Nov

13:45 - 13:00

MEL

LAX

17h 15m

1 stop

23:55 - 12:00

LAX

MEL

19h 05m

1 stop

$997Fiji Airways

Tue, 27 Oct - Wed, 14 Apr

10:55 - 12:06

MEL

SNA

18h 11m

1 stop

16:12 - 07:30

SNA

MEL

22h 18m

2 stops

$1,342United Airlines

Thu, 6 Aug - Mon, 10 Aug

10:55 - 12:12

MEL

ONT

18h 17m

1 stop

13:56 - 08:15

ONT

MEL

25h 19m

1 stop

$1,342United Airlines

Thu, 13 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

08:35 - 12:55

MEL

SFO

21h 20m

1 stop

22:05 - 13:45

SFO

MEL

22h 40m

1 stop

$1,414Air New Zealand

Wed, 29 Jul - Wed, 5 Aug

09:45 - 18:33

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SMF

25h 48m

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11:13 - 06:45

SMF

MEL

26h 32m

1 stop

$1,508American Airlines

Fri, 14 Aug - Fri, 21 Aug

12:10 - 23:57

MEL

SMF

28h 47m

2 stops

10:14 - 10:55

SMF

MEL

31h 41m

2 stops

$1,567Air New Zealand

Sun, 30 Aug - Sun, 6 Sep

09:45 - 18:33

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SMF

25h 48m

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19:04 - 10:35

SMF

MEL

22h 31m

2 stops

$1,598American Airlines

Sun, 30 Aug - Sun, 6 Sep

06:00 - 12:06

MEL

SNA

23h 06m

2 stops

07:05 - 08:15

SNA

MEL

32h 10m

1 stop

$1,693Virgin Australia

Wed, 5 Aug - Wed, 12 Aug

20:40 - 12:06

MEL

SNA

32h 26m

2 stops

19:59 - 12:20

SNA

MEL

23h 21m

2 stops

$1,716Virgin Australia

Mon, 31 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep

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Fiji Airways flights from Melbourne to California

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Fiji Airways

1 Nov

MEL13:55Melbourne

17h 05m

1 stop

LAX13:00Los Angeles

5 Nov

LAX22:35Los Angeles

18h 45m

1 stop

MEL12:20Melbourne

$994

Fiji Airways

27 Oct

MEL13:45Melbourne

17h 15m

1 stop

LAX13:00Los Angeles

14 Apr

LAX23:55Los Angeles

19h 05m

1 stop

MEL12:00Melbourne

$997

Fiji Airways

30 July

MEL13:30Melbourne

16h 35m

1 stop

LAX13:05Los Angeles

2 Aug

LAX23:55Los Angeles

19h 30m

1 stop

MEL12:25Melbourne

$998

United Airlines flights from Melbourne to California

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to California flight tickets

United Airlines

29 July

MEL09:30Melbourne

14h 15m

LAX06:45Los Angeles

12 Aug

LAX10:55Los Angeles

28h 20m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,206

United Airlines

29 July

MEL09:30Melbourne

14h 15m

LAX06:45Los Angeles

5 Aug

LAX17:05Los Angeles

22h 10m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,209

United Airlines

12 Aug

MEL09:30Melbourne

14h 15m

LAX06:45Los Angeles

18 Aug

LAX20:21Los Angeles

18h 54m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,210

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13:55-13:00

1 stop17h 05m

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22:35-12:20

1 stop18h 45m

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MELLAX

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Tue 27/10

13:45-13:00

1 stop17h 15m

Los Angeles

Wed 14/4

23:55-12:00

1 stop19h 05m

$997

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MEL - SNA

MELSNA

Melbourne

Thu 6/8

10:55-12:06

1 stop18h 11m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 10/8

16:12-07:30

2 stops22h 18m

$1,342

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MEL - ONT

MELONT

Melbourne

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10:55-12:12

1 stop18h 17m

Ontario

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13:56-08:15

1 stop25h 19m

$1,342

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MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

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08:35-12:55

1 stop21h 20m

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22:05-13:45

1 stop22h 40m

$1,414

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MELSMF

Melbourne

Fri 14/8

09:45-18:33

1 stop25h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 21/8

11:13-06:45

1 stop26h 32m

$1,508

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MEL - SMF

MELSMF

Melbourne

Sun 30/8

12:10-23:57

2 stops28h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 6/9

10:14-10:55

2 stops31h 41m

$1,567

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MEL - SMF

MELSMF

Melbourne

Sun 30/8

09:45-18:33

1 stop25h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 6/9

19:04-10:35

2 stops22h 31m

$1,598

MelbourneSanta Ana

MEL - SNA

MELSNA

Melbourne

Wed 5/8

06:00-12:06

2 stops23h 06m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 12/8

07:05-08:15

1 stop32h 10m

$1,693

MelbourneSanta Ana

MEL - SNA

MELSNA

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

20:40-12:06

2 stops32h 26m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 7/9

19:59-12:20

2 stops23h 21m

$1,716

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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 October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,146, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit California in October, then you should wait until March to fly from Melbourne, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,160.

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 $1,412. 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 $1,574. 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 $1,228 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $1,682. 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 $1,210 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 $1,144 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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Fastest flight time	14h 10m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

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

Direct flights go from Melbourne to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From Melbourne there are direct flights to 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 12 operators available for flights from Melbourne to California as of July 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 $682	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 464 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Delta	PriceFrom $762	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,480 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $787	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,006 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $837	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 248 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $894	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,062 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $922	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,827 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $973	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,351 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $977	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,144 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $999	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 654 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $1,101	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,011 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights

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