Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne (MEL) from AU$954

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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne (MEL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at AU$954 for one-way flights and AU$1,480 for round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne route information
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Tullamarine
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Emirates, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, Japan Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Qantas Airways, Turkish Airlines, United, Xiamen Airlines
Return price
AU$1,480
Distance
12683 km
Average flight time
32 hours 55 mins

Your quick guide to flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne

Pick up great flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne

With Expedia, you have your pick of 8 flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne that take around 15 hours.

Find cheap flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$1,480 to AU$2,332, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Melbourne is normally in November.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from LAX to Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
Based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys from LAX to Tullamarine Airport (MEL) start from AU$1,480. Book ASAP to secure the best price for your next big adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from LAX to Tullamarine Airport?
Each air carrier has different terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your getaway, visit our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to MEL that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for LAX to Tullamarine Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
You’ll have 12 800 kilometres to cover on the long-haul Los Angeles to Melbourne route. Wear comfortable clothes and consider taking a pair of noise-cancelling earphones.
Which airlines fly direct from LAX to Tullamarine Airport?
Qantas (QF) is a popular choice. It operates 34 flights between LAX and MEL each month. Another airline operating on this route is United Airlines (UA). You’ll have 13 flights every month to choose from.
Are LAX to Tullamarine Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can occasionally score a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tullamarine Airport showing up a few weeks prior to the departure date. If you’d rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continually — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines issue prices that far in advance.
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