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

United Airlines, Delta, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to California

Which airlines fly to California?

Qantas Airways, Fiji Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Melbourne according to our data. Qantas 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 14 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?

88 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne to California as of May 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 22% 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 May 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 14 operators available for flights from Melbourne to California as of May 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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13:30 - 13:05

MEL

LAX

16h 35m

1 stop

23:55 - 12:00

LAX

MEL

19h 05m

1 stop

$1,065Fiji Airways

Fri, 14 Aug - Wed, 16 Sep

13:30 - 13:05

MEL

LAX

16h 35m

1 stop

23:55 - 12:25

LAX

MEL

19h 30m

1 stop

$1,066Fiji Airways

Mon, 25 May - Mon, 27 Jul

10:55 - 16:07

MEL

SAN

22h 12m

1 stop

16:09 - 08:15

SAN

MEL

23h 06m

1 stop

$1,339United Airlines

Sat, 23 May - Sat, 13 Jun

10:55 - 17:03

MEL

LAS

23h 08m

2 stops

09:37 - 08:15

LAS

MEL

29h 38m

2 stops

$1,339United Airlines

Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun

06:00 - 09:53

MEL

LAS

20h 53m

2 stops

14:02 - 05:00

LAS

MEL

21h 58m

1 stop

$1,478American Airlines

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09:45 - 15:27

MEL

SAN

22h 42m

2 stops

12:46 - 06:45

SAN

MEL

24h 59m

2 stops

$1,480American Airlines

Thu, 4 Jun - Thu, 11 Jun

09:45 - 13:53

MEL

LAS

21h 08m

1 stop

18:03 - 10:20

LAS

MEL

23h 17m

2 stops

$1,487Qantas Airways

Mon, 1 Jun - Tue, 16 Jun

09:45 - 13:43

MEL

LAS

21h 58m

1 stop

11:42 - 06:45

LAS

MEL

25h 03m

1 stop

$1,542Qantas Airways

Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

10:55 - 11:51

MEL

SAN

17h 56m

1 stop

06:20 - 08:15

SAN

MEL

32h 55m

1 stop

$1,634Virgin Australia

Thu, 4 Jun - Thu, 11 Jun

06:00 - 13:45

MEL

SNA

24h 45m

2 stops

18:20 - 08:15

SNA

MEL

20h 55m

1 stop

$1,713Virgin Australia

Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun

Delta flights from Melbourne to California

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Delta

5 June

MEL10:00Melbourne

19h 25m

1 stop

LAS12:25Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12 June

LAS10:00Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

28h 50m

2 stops

MEL07:50Melbourne

$1,350

Delta

17 May

MEL10:00Melbourne

14h 34m

LAX07:34Los Angeles Los Angeles

22 May

LAX22:45Los Angeles Los Angeles

16h 05m

MEL07:50Melbourne

$1,551

Delta

11 Sept

MEL10:00Melbourne

25h 54m

1 stop

SAN18:54San Diego

25 Sept

SAN13:30San Diego

25h 20m

2 stops

MEL07:50Melbourne

$1,558

United Airlines flights from Melbourne to California

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United Airlines

13 May

MEL09:30Melbourne

14h 10m

LAX06:40Los Angeles Los Angeles

20 May

LAX17:27Los Angeles Los Angeles

21h 48m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,259

United Airlines

29 May

MEL09:30Melbourne

14h 15m

LAX06:45Los Angeles Los Angeles

13 June

LAX13:25Los Angeles Los Angeles

25h 50m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,260

United Airlines

7 June

MEL09:30Melbourne

14h 15m

LAX06:45Los Angeles Los Angeles

28 July

LAX20:10Los Angeles Los Angeles

19h 05m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,262

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10:55-16:07

1 stop22h 12m

San Diego

Sat 13/6

16:09-08:15

1 stop23h 06m

$1,339

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MEL - LAS

MELLAS

Melbourne

Tue 2/6

10:55-17:03

2 stops23h 08m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/6

09:37-08:15

2 stops29h 38m

$1,339

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MEL - LAS

MELLAS

Melbourne

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06:00-09:53

2 stops20h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 20/6

14:02-05:00

1 stop21h 58m

$1,478

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MELSAN

Melbourne

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09:45-15:27

2 stops22h 42m

San Diego

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2 stops24h 59m

$1,480

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MEL - LAS

MELLAS

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

09:45-13:53

1 stop21h 08m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 16/6

18:03-10:20

2 stops23h 17m

$1,487

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MEL - LAS

MELLAS

Melbourne

Mon 12/10

09:45-13:43

1 stop21h 58m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 19/10

11:42-06:45

1 stop25h 03m

$1,542

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MELSAN

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

10:55-11:51

1 stop17h 56m

San Diego

Thu 11/6

06:20-08:15

1 stop32h 55m

$1,634

MelbourneSanta Ana

MEL - SNA

MELSNA

Melbourne

Tue 2/6

06:00-13:45

2 stops24h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 9/6

18:20-08:15

1 stop20h 55m

$1,713

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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 $1,087, 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 August to fly from Melbourne, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,125.

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 Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as $1,367. 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 $1,449. 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 $1,183 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $1,551. 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 $1,166 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 $1,109 on momondo.

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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 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 14 operators available for flights from Melbourne to California as of May 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

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $659	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 451 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Delta	PriceFrom $777	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,452 reviews	Search Delta flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $807	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 240 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $860	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,034 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $887	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,668 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $924	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,014 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $932	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,695 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $948	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,986 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $960	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 640 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,047	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,510 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights

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