Flight Routes from Los Angeles to Melbourne

Compare cheap outbound and return flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne (MEL) and find the best offer from numerous airlines and travel agencies.

Trip type
Cheapest roundtrip flight
from€856
Fastest outbound flight
Fastest inbound flight
non-stop flights
16x / week
Flight distance
12,772 km
Time difference
Most popular airlines
  1. United Airlines
  2. Qantas Airways
  3. Delta Air Lines

Cheap flight offers from Los Angeles to Melbourne

sorted by price and recency
  1. –
    Air New Zealand
    –
    LAX–MEL
    1 stopover
    Air New Zealand
    –
    MEL–LAX
    1 stopover
    €1,055
  2. –
    Air New Zealand
    –
    LAX–MEL
    1 stopover
    Air New Zealand
    –
    MEL–LAX
    1 stopover
    €1,008
  3. –
    United Airlines
    –
    LAX–MEL
    1 stopover
    Fiji Airways
    –
    MEL–LAX
    1 stopover
    €1,000
  4. –
    Fiji Airways
    –
    LAX–MEL
    1 stopover
    Fiji Airways
    –
    MEL–LAX
    1 stopover
    €881
  5. –
    Philippine Airlines
    –
    LAX–MEL
    1 stopover
    Fiji Airways
    –
    MEL–LAX
    1 stopover
    €856
  6. –
    Emirates Airline
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    LAX–MEL
    1 stopover
    Emirates Airline
    –
    MEL–LAX
    1 stopover
    €2,801

Flight schedule from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne (MEL)

Select a travel date in the flight schedule for the route from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne (MEL) and compare affordable flight deals.

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Matching outbound flightsLAX–MEL · 11 of 11
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  1. November 8 – 14, 2026
  2. November 15 – 21, 2026
  3. November 22 – 28, 2026
    1. LAXMEL
      1 stopover
      1. United Airlines
    2. LAXMEL
      1 stopover
      1. United Airlines
    3. LAXMEL
      1 stopover
      1. Japan Airlines
    4. LAXMEL
      1 stopover
      1. United Airlines
    5. LAXMEL
      1 stopover
      1. United Airlines
    6. LAXMEL
      1 stopover
      1. United Airlines
    7. LAXMEL
      nonstop
      1. Delta Air Lines
    8. LAXMEL
      1 stopover
      1. Philippine Airlines
    9. LAXMEL
      nonstop
      1. United Airlines
    10. LAXMEL
      nonstop
      1. Delta Air Lines
    11. LAXMEL
      nonstop
      1. Qantas Airways

      Tips and tricks to help you find cheap flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne

      Favorite airline: Air New Zealand
      Most travelers looking for flights on the route from Los Angeles to Melbourne decide to book flights with Air New Zealand.
      Air New Zealand
      75 %
      Fiji Airways
      8 %
      United Airlines
      8 %
      Favourite connection: via Auckland
      89 % of booked tickets on this route are for flights with a transfer in Auckland.
      Route
      bookings
      1 stopover Auckland
      19h 50min, from $933
      89 %
      2 stopovers Auckland Sydney-Kingsford Smith International Airport, NSW
      24h 35min, from $1,143
      11 %

      Important flight information

      Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

      How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne?
      A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne typically takes around 15 hours 55 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 38 hours 20 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.
      Are there nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne?
      Yes, there are nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne, averaging around 2 to 3 flights per day, operated by, among others, Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Delta. If you want to fly without a layover, it is worth filtering specifically for nonstop flights when searching.
      Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne?
      Direct flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne are operated by, among others, Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Delta. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with United Airlines (via San Francisco), Philippine Airlines (via Manila) and Japan Airlines (via Tokyo Narita). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.
      On which days are there nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne?
      Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.
      How many flights are there per day from Los Angeles to Melbourne?
      On the route from Los Angeles to Melbourne, there are on average around 2 to 3 flights per day. The number of flights can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.
      How many flights per week are there from Los Angeles to Melbourne?
      On the route from Los Angeles to Melbourne, there are around 16 to 17 flights per week. The number of flights can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days.
      When does the first flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne depart?
      The earliest nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne usually departs at 8:05 PM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Melbourne.
      When does the last flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne depart?
      The last nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne usually departs at 11:50 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

      Discover more flights around Los Angeles and Melbourne

      Departure airport Airport Los Angeles International Airport, CA (LAX)
      Arrival airport Airport Melbourne-Tullamarine International Airport (MEL)
      Destination country Flights to Australia
      Departure airport - Destination country Los Angeles International Airport, CA - Australia