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Cheapest round-trip
$882
Typical prices: $1,059-$1,666
Air New Zealand
Thu 1/25Wed 2/21
LAX - MEL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$914
Typical prices: $1,025-$1,776
Qantas Airways
Thu 8/30Fri 9/14
LAX - MEL • Non-stop
Advice from real travelers
For Qantas to Melbourne, arrive early to handle check-in or terminal changes.
Allow extra airport time if your Qantas trip may involve a terminal switch.
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You can fly direct with Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Delta. Average duration is 16h 09m
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Cheap Flights to Melbourne

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Melbourne

Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 21
Air New Zealand Logo
8:00 pm - 10:55 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
19h 55m1 stop Auckland Intl
Air New Zealand Logo
10:20 am - 10:05 amMEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
18h 45m1 stop Auckland Intl
$882Air New Zealand
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 17
Air New Zealand Logo
9:00 pm - 8:55 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
17h 55m1 stop Auckland Intl
Air New Zealand Logo
12:10 pm - 11:25 amMEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
18h 15m1 stop Auckland Intl
$882Air New Zealand
Tue, Oct 27 - Fri, Nov 20
Fiji Airways Logo
11:35 pm - 12:20 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
18h 45m1 stop Nadi
Fiji Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 12:00 pmMEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
17h 05m1 stop Nadi
$890Fiji Airways
Fri, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 19
Fiji Airways Logo
11:35 pm - 12:25 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
18h 50m1 stop Nadi
Fiji Airways Logo
1:35 pm - 12:00 pmMEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
17h 25m1 stop Nadi
$890Fiji Airways
Sun, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 14
Qantas Airways Logo
9:50 pm - 6:45 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
15h 55mnonstop
Qantas Airways Logo
9:45 am - 7:05 amMEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
14h 20mnonstop
$914Qantas Airways
Sun, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 14
Qantas Airways Logo
9:50 pm - 6:45 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
15h 55mnonstop
Qantas Airways Logo
9:45 am - 7:05 amMEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
14h 20mnonstop
$928Qantas Airways
Tue, Feb 9 - Mon, Mar 1
American Airlines Logo
10:50 pm - 9:30 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
15h 40mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 6:05 pmMEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
14h 20mnonstop
$964American Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Mar 3
American Airlines Logo
10:50 pm - 9:30 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
15h 40mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 6:05 pmMEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
14h 20mnonstop
$964American Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Nov 17
Delta Logo
10:50 pm - 8:50 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
16h 00mnonstop
Delta Logo
10:10 am - 5:55 amMEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
14h 45mnonstop
$988Delta
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Nov 18
Delta Logo
10:50 pm - 8:50 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEL Melbourne
16h 00mnonstop
Delta Logo
10:10 am - 5:55 amMEL  Melbourne-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
14h 45mnonstop
$988Delta
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Melbourne

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Melbourne?

Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Melbourne at $1,289 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Friday is the most expensive at $1,399.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne with an average price of $1,100 round-trip.
  • December ($1,586) and July ($1,380) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Melbourne?

Night flights to Melbourne are the cheapest at $1,230 round-trip on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at $1,497.

When are flights to Melbourne the cheapest?

Flights to Melbourne are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 7% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight to Melbourne

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on Qantas Airways

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on Fiji Airways

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Air New Zealand

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Key details for flights to Melbourne

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$486
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport

When to book flights to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights to Melbourne: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew to Melbourne 
Verified travelerFlew with Qantas Airways-Jun 2026
If you have the ability and can afford to, I would DEFINITELY recommend upgrading to Premium Economy seating. It is well worth the extra money.
RobertFlew with Qantas Airways-Jun 2025
Make sure you’ve got enough time to switch terminals if needbe
Verified travelerFlew with Qantas Airways-Apr 2024
Arrive earlier than recommended. You'll never know what awaits you!

Your questions about flights to Melbourne, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Melbourne?

    Qantas Airways operates the most flights from the United States to Melbourne at 10 per week, while United Airlines is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Melbourne. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • Which airports serve Melbourne?

    Flights to Melbourne arrive at: Melbourne Avalon (AVV), Melbourne Moorabbin (MBW), Melbourne Essendon (MEB) and Melbourne (MEL).

  • What airports serve Melbourne and the surrounding area?

    Flights to Melbourne can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including Melbourne Avalon (AVV), Melbourne Moorabbin (MBW), Melbourne Essendon (MEB) and Melbourne (MEL).

  • How far are the airports serving Melbourne from downtown?

    Melbourne is served by multiple airports. Melbourne Avalon is 31.3 mi from downtown Melbourne, Melbourne Moorabbin is 13.6 mi from downtown Melbourne and Melbourne Essendon is 6.7 mi from downtown Melbourne.

  • How do I know if a flight to Melbourne is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Melbourne is around $1,059 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Melbourne?

    Last-minute fares to Melbourne – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 2% above the average round-trip fare of $1,292.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Melbourne?

Your guide to booking Melbourne flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Melbourne, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 7% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Melbourne, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to land around $1,059 round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, time your trip to Melbourne around February. Round-trip fares historically average $1,100 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to $267 per round-trip. Evening flights to Melbourne average $1,230 compared to $1,497 for morning flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class and route. On flights to Melbourne, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Qantas Airways includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class, United Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class and Delta includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in Melbourne, a few great places to start are Melbourne Cricket Ground, Marvel Stadium and Crown Casino. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Melbourne

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Melbourne? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Fiji AirwaysOverall score based on 254 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.0Boarding
8.5Crew
7.5Food
7.4Entertainment
Airline reviews

Very friendly airline staff 👍👍 Please consider offering some premium snacks (e.g., mixed nuts) in for the 5-hour flight in addition to the breakfast service.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Aug 2026
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Very friendly airline staff 👍👍 Please consider offering some premium snacks (e.g., mixed nuts) in for the 5-hour flight in addition to the breakfast service.

Very friendly cabin crew and great comfortable in-flight experience. Check-in experience at SFO can improve if a separate web check-in/bag drop line can be added.

The only thing plus on this flight was the crew. They made me feel welcome and took care of me on the flights. The biggest issue is that business class always boards first on all airlines. There needs to be separate doors for business and premium class to enter. I had to wait over 40 minutes for economy to be boarded. I didn’t pay 5000 dollars to wait. The other issue not enough food choices , no sandwiches or snacks in between - what the hell. I would never travel this airline again.

Roomy seats and crew is pleasant. Vegi food can be a lot better in terms choices. Inflight entertainment needs to have more options especially for 13+ hour flight. Very nice and warm blankets and seats are roomy than other A350 aircraft’s. Swift boarding and crew is pleasant to deal with.

Boarding had poor communication. Passengers didn't get clear directions to prepare for Boarding. The plane was an older model which had some issues with operating the seats (the staff was great). Due to age the seat cushions were compressed and less comfortable than expected.

Fiji Airways always goes above and beyond. If anything I'd say the food was less enjoyable than in the past. But that in no way lessened the experience with the cabin crew or the excellent attentiveness and service they provided throughout the entire trip!

Everything was great . Arrived on time was smooth plane was clean. Crew/Staff was friendly and helpful.

Again, Fijian hospitality was genuine, very comfortable, only improvement would be the entertainment. Why Do they only have 5 episodes of TV shows and from like season three...

They will look to squeeze every penny they can out of you!! Pick your seat$$...bring luggage$$$$... if they could charge you for the air on the plane they would!!

The part that really made for a poor trip was that we checked luggage, and it took 1.5 hrs. to get our luggage. This made it so we barely got to our next flight. We were the last ones on board.

Great airline service by the staff. I highly recommend it

Needed more leg room. Leg rest and entertainment system box took up a lot of space and I'm not tall. Breakfast was good. Poor quality of the entertainment options.

Time to upgrade those planes so you can provide first class.

Aircon set too high so VERY warm and VERY uncomfortable.

Great! Flight was delayed by 30 mins but all was great. Thanks.

Arriving at Coolangatta, rows 20 forward, took the airbridge across to the terminal. It was suggested to those from rows 21 back, that we take the rear stairs and to be careful crossing the tarmac. That was all well and good. However, when we got across to the terminal we then had to climb three large flights of stairs to meet up with those coming across the airbridge. No elevator! There were people carrying babies and elderly carrying hand luggage that needed assistance from others.. There was no option to turn back.

Flew premium economy, well worth the extra. Much better seat size & space. Meals & snacks were lovely. Crew really pleasant. Internet is not great, not really useful for anything. Couldn't even send messages.

Overall, a great experience from food and crew. The only setback was that this was the Second flight from Air New Zealand within a week that was an hour late for boarding.

The air New Zealand employees who assisted us with wheelchair aid on Auckland made our transfer from flight to the next seamless. Also were amazing in helping with our luggage and customs in Brisbane.

All was good, the only thing was it didn't run on time.

Boarding was effortless, the food was outstanding, the seats in Premium Economy were extremely comfortable, and the staff and crew were excellent.

Very good overall. However, your choices of free movies was limited and there was no music Channel???

This was the worst flight I’ve been on. Getting on the plane where is was 30 degrees outside was hotter on board cabin must’ve been 33 degrees. This is a health hazard. They cannot be doing this to save on fuel. People could die from this!!. Fans and a/c was, off entertainment was off. Poor excuse given. Crew made the excuse that the system didn’t have enough power. They basically were operating on one engine to save on jet fuel till 3 hours later on cruising altitude and they then started the second engine. And finally the cabin was cooled. On a 7hour red eye flight this made it so uncomfortable and impossible to sleep.

Excellent as always, I won't fly to Australia, and back to the US on any other airline. The flight crew is always top notch, and have a way to make one feel extra special. Thank you for your service, I would rate Qantas Airways a 10+.

One of the best Qantas business flights I've had. Quality product

I disliked the fact that they forced people to put up their seats during meal service

Amazing! Was put on the earlier flight and I requested for an aisle seat and was given it. Thanks Qantas!

Boarding was terrible - the ground staff member Fredeya at lax was more military than customer service, have never encountered a customer service representative as rude as her. Apart from that all other staff were wonderful and the flight was good.

I travelled first class from LAX to MEL and it was a series of disasters which I put down to lax staff who dont care and a suck it attitude to customers - its all lip service and no delivery. The flight was delayed due to aircraft refuellers putting on 300,000 litres of fuel on a 380Q1. I entered via the first class bridge loaded my bags in the overhead locker. the lady in the next isle in first class also had hers in there as she wasn't allocated a locker over her seat. The attendant asked would I like a champagne - I said yes please. he promptly delivered a empty glass and the glass left on the desk. Then he ignored me for 20 minutes. When i asked him is he out of champagne he gave me the usual rubbish I was distracted. There are four staff and 15 first class passengers - give me a break. the glass stayed there on takeoff and then was still there 9 hours into the flight. When I arrived to my seat I told him I had eaten and wouldn't be eating on the flight - it was 10.30pm. Yet he comes by later 4am ( I happen to be awake) and says are you eating with us? I asked for the bed to be made up - they put a 3 inch 7cm mattress on the chair but as usual the break in the chair - the mattress sinks into it - so I had to move it around so I didnt get my back sunk in the V - Im 187cm tall. The cabinet next to 1K is for staff bags and the toilet is next door. I tried to avoid this seat but couldn't change - in to the flight 8 hours and the cabin rest change over kicks in - this attendant is shining his torch in my eyes taking out and returning his bag. Then the toilet starts flushing and forget trying to get to sleep. Yet no-one else needed torch! 11 hours into the 15.5 hour flight I ask for breakfast - I order two poached eggs, bacon on multigrain toast, tomatos and mushrooms. I get no bacon or toast and have to order it and the eggs are cold. Then I order a coffee which is so badly spilled - and not by air turbulence she brings back a serviette and replaces the first one rather than providing a clean dry saucer! First class in Qantas is a joke as the staff just don't get the meaning of prompt service and attention to detail. I will fly business class rather than first on Qantas as its better value for money but I have been very impressed with United First Polaris and given I fly internationally every month this is going to be my choice.

The business-class pajamas, though thin, and the mattress pad were much appreciated. This plane had adjustable air vents and enough room in the forward galley for me to stretch between meals.

The seats were very uncomfortable. I paid for the front economy. i swear they added a row of seats in there. It was so tight, that I could measure the distance between my seat and the one in front from my elbow to the tips of my fingers plus six inches. The seat cushion was completely worn out. The dinner was very good. Thank you for having a vegetarian option as a standard. But breakfast was nothing but sugar. that's not food. The crew was crabby and rude, especially in regards to coming to the back gallery. And the entertainment choice: why would you put violent movies on the choice? the Godfather? Some movies with black women being beaten over the head with clubs? What the heck? You know that when there is a movie on a plane, everyone gets to watch it. Why choose the most violent titles possible? The total number of movies were very limited, and the television, even more so. No games were available on the set. The wellness section was nice, thank you. I appreciated a galley in the middle where I could stand. The seats were unbearable.

Easy of boarding, helpfully staff at check in, surprisingly comfortable seating

My flight time was changed without any notification to me which ruined my time sensitive plans so I ended up completely changing my travel plans and no reimbursement.

Terrible. Our first time back on United for 10 years, the seats in Polaris class are small and uncomfortable. They have squished too many people in to get more $$$. The staff are not friendly and not wanting to accommodate. I asked for two salads rather than a main meal and was advised no we wont do that. Then asked what I would like for breakfast and given something else anyway. I will not be flying United International anytime soon.

Food should be changed in menu Many muslims travels in this airlime they need to add one Halal meal

Smooth flight. As always dinner could have been more generous. Breakfast was great.

AWFUL. I have had the experience of traveling with many airlines across the world, and hands down United Airlines is the worst. Not one flight was on time, and I don’t think I met one crew member or staff member who wasn’t rude.

Moody attendants that can barely look up at the passengers. I’m all for people having an off day, but you can tell some Untied Airlines Employees have lost their zeal for their jobs

Great checkin experience and flight crew were very friendly and helpful

My flight was delayed for a whole day, so I lost a day of my vacation.

Luggage handling and communication is extremely poor. I landed in india 15th and recived luggage today. Based on my itag the luggage was in Germany. They kept me in dark. Etihad num er in india was non operatuonal. Had to call USA etihad. It should not be so difficullt. I came for 1 week business trip everything was screwed . This is the first and also will be last for me

There was no service on the flight even though there was no turbulence or any other issues on the flight. Nobody greeted at the entry or leaving the airplane, staff crew looked annoyed and not helpful at all.

I was traveling alone abroad for the first time and the staff was not helpful and rude at times.

Baggage allowances are terrible and the experience of only being allowed one bag and paying so much to take sporting equipment to a known ski area should be addressed.

Bad food, small seats that didn’t recline. I thought I was buying a quantas ticket so I feel like I got scammed

Worst seats I’ve ever had !!! The seats were very narrow and uncomfortable and misaligned with the seats in front of mine leading to bottom of the seat in front of mine pressing on my legs for 15.5 hours !

DO NOT BOOK THROUGH AMERICAN AIRLINES IF YOU HAVE ANY ADDITIONAL NEEDS. Great flight, crew etc. it wasn’t full so had space to stretch out Only downside was there was no GF option for my partner. We booked through American and it was a Qantas flight so despite contacting both airlines to confirm, she didn’t have a gluten free meal for the 16 hour flight (nor the flight in the other direction). The flight attendants did their best to accommodate but it was not super substantial.

Crazy seating issues. We got seated far apart. Offered middle seats at a premium rate. Why is a middle seat now the expensive seat? Baffling.

The food at Admirals Club was really great Pijamas were a nice feature The flight attendant was very nice and great attitude The aa.com does not work well specially internet service Overall a very good flight .

Flight a little late. Entertainment system didn’t work for first hour. Toilets dirty after 2 hours. Is there no one assigned to clean them?

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