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

Delta, United Airlines, 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?

59 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne to California as of October 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 32% of flights per week 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 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 California. Keep in mind that there are 9 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?

8 flights are operational daily from Melbourne to California as of October 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 11:00, 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 9 operators available for flights from Melbourne to California as of October 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.

$519 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to California in 2026/27

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

17h 15m1 stop Nadi

22:35 - 12:45LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

19h 10m1 stop Nadi

$1,063Fiji Airways

Tue, 16 Feb - Mon, 8 Mar

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

17h 25m1 stop Nadi

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

18h 45m1 stop Nadi

$1,067Fiji Airways

Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov

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

14h 25mdirect

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

15h 55mdirect

$1,124Virgin Australia

Mon, 22 Feb - Mon, 8 Mar

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

14h 10mdirect

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

23h 00m1 stop San Francisco

$1,127Virgin Australia

Wed, 7 Apr - Tue, 22 Jun

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

14h 45mdirect

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

16h 00mdirect

$1,165Delta

Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 10 Feb

10:00 - 07:33MEL Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles

14h 33mdirect

22:45 - 07:50LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

16h 05mdirect

$1,165Delta

Wed, 28 Apr - Wed, 12 May

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

14h 25mdirect

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

15h 55mdirect

$1,171United Airlines

Thu, 3 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec

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

14h 25mdirect

11:43 - 10:30LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

27h 47m1 stop San Francisco

$1,171United Airlines

Mon, 22 Feb - Sun, 7 Mar

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

14h 25mdirect

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

15h 55mdirect

$1,192Multiple Airlines

Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

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

14h 10mdirect

22:35 - 07:30LAX Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne

15h 55mdirect

$1,192Multiple Airlines

Wed, 14 Apr - Mon, 26 Apr

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Fiji Airways flights from Melbourne to California

Our best Fiji Airways deals on Melbourne to California flight tickets

Fiji Airways

16 Feb

MEL13:45Melbourne

17h 15m

1 stop

LAX12:00Los Angeles

8 Mar

LAX22:35Los Angeles

19h 10m

1 stop

MEL12:45Melbourne

$1,063

Fiji Airways

14 Nov

MEL13:35Melbourne

17h 25m

1 stop

LAX12:00Los Angeles

21 Nov

LAX22:35Los Angeles

18h 45m

1 stop

MEL12:20Melbourne

$1,067

Fiji Airways

9 Nov

MEL13:35Melbourne

17h 25m

1 stop

LAX12:00Los Angeles

24 Nov

LAX22:35Los Angeles

18h 45m

1 stop

MEL12:20Melbourne

$1,084

United Airlines flights from Melbourne to California

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to California flight tickets

United Airlines

1 Feb

MEL11:30Melbourne

14h 25m

LAX06:55Los Angeles

26 Apr

LAX20:05Los Angeles

19h 10m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,172

United Airlines

15 Feb

MEL11:30Melbourne

14h 25m

LAX06:55Los Angeles

3 Mar

LAX15:05Los Angeles

24h 25m

1 stop

MEL10:30Melbourne

$1,173

United Airlines

28 Apr

MEL09:30Melbourne

14h 10m

LAX06:40Los Angeles

12 May

LAX16:15Los Angeles

23h 00m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,176

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22:35-09:30

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10:00-07:33

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MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles

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Melbourne

Thu 3/12

11:30-06:55

Nonstop14h 25m

Los Angeles

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22:35-09:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,171

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MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles

MELLAX

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Mon 22/2

11:30-06:55

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Los Angeles

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11:43-10:30

1 stop27h 47m

$1,171

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MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 25/11

11:30-06:55

Nonstop14h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/12

22:35-09:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,192

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MEL Melbourne - LAX Los Angeles

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 14/4

09:30-06:40

Nonstop14h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 26/4

22:35-07:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,192

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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 $1,149, 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, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,161.

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 $1,611. 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 $1,188 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $1,678. 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 $1,222 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 $1,172 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	$519
Fastest flight time	14h 10m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is $519. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,063.

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 9 operators available for flights from Melbourne to California as of October 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
Delta	PriceFrom $710	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,695 reviews	Search Delta flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $738	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 482 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $780	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,453 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $813	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 261 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $886	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,122 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $914	Free cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,212 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $993	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 679 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,005	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,833 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,160	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,300 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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