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Cheapest round-trip
$718
Typical prices: $829-$1,221
Fiji Airways
Mon 5/11Tue 5/26
LAX - MEL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$894
Typical prices: $949-$1,084
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Wed 3/4Sun 3/15
LAX - MEL • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights to Melbourne

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights to Melbourne that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Melbourne

Mon, May 11 - Tue, May 26
Fiji Airways Logo
11:55 pm - 12:25 pm
LAX
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MEL
19h 30m
1 stop
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1:25 pm - 1:05 pm
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LAX
16h 40m
1 stop
$718Fiji Airways
Mon, May 11 - Sun, May 31
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11:55 pm - 12:25 pm
LAX
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MEL
19h 30m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
1:30 pm - 1:05 pm
MEL
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LAX
16h 35m
1 stop
$719Fiji Airways
Sat, Mar 21 - Sat, Mar 28
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10:59 pm - 8:20 am
DFW
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MEL
41h 21m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
12:00 pm - 11:39 pm
MEL
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DFW
27h 39m
1 stop
$924Qantas Airways
Thu, Mar 19 - Wed, Apr 8
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4:49 pm - 10:45 pm
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MEL
37h 56m
2 stops
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9:45 am - 4:55 pm
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22h 10m
1 stop
$953Qantas Airways
Sat, Jun 27 - Mon, Jul 20
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3:49 pm - 5:00 am
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MEL
23h 11m
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1:35 pm - 11:51 pm
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BWI
24h 16m
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$1,124American Airlines
Sat, Jun 27 - Mon, Jul 20
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1:50 pm - 5:00 am
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MEL
25h 10m
2 stops
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1:35 pm - 11:57 pm
MEL
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BWI
24h 22m
2 stops
$1,129American Airlines
Tue, Mar 3 - Sat, Mar 14
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8:42 am - 10:00 am
BWI
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MEL
33h 18m
1 stop
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10:30 am - 5:19 pm
MEL
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BWI
21h 49m
1 stop
$1,135United Airlines
Tue, Mar 3 - Sun, Mar 8
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4:09 pm - 10:00 am
BWI
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MEL
25h 51m
2 stops
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11:30 am - 4:23 pm
MEL
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BWI
20h 53m
1 stop
$1,140United Airlines
Tue, May 12 - Sun, May 24
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5:55 pm - 10:55 am
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MEL
27h 00m
2 stops
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12:10 pm - 12:55 am
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26h 45m
2 stops
$1,240Air New Zealand
Mon, Apr 6 - Mon, Apr 27
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10:15 pm - 10:55 am
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46h 40m
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8:35 am - 11:59 pm
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29h 24m
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$1,254Air New Zealand
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What is the cheapest flight to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) was found on the route from San Francisco, at $369 one-way and $718 return. The most popular connection is from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $718 in the last 3 days.

How much is a flight to Melbourne Airport?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Melbourne Airport from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

On average, a flight to Melbourne Airport costs $965. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $516 and departed from Los Angeles. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Dallas to Melbourne Airport which costs $1,360 on average, and Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport, which costs $1,012 on average.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Melbourne Airport is February, where tickets cost $990 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is $1,460 and $1,351 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is February with an average price of $1,212.

What is a good deal for flights to Melbourne Airport?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Melbourne Airport, 25% of our users found tickets to Melbourne Airport for the following prices or less: From Los Angeles $579 one-way - $950 round-trip, from San Francisco $776 one-way - $1,193 round-trip, from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport $1,062 one-way - $794 round-trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 0 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 days before departure.

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Low seasonSeptember
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Flight from San Francisco to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

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Flights to Melbourne: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

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FAQs - booking Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) flights

  • How to get from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Melbourne city center?

    Thanks to the close proximity between the two, downtown Melbourne can be reached via the Tullamarine Freeway. Outside the airport’s Arrivals Terminal passengers can find a great number of taxi ranks or car rental services; there is also the Skybus Super Shuttle that travels between the airport and the Southern Cross Railway Station. As well, both metropolitan and regional buses operate lines that connect the airport to Melbourne city center at different times throughout the day.

  • What kind of services does Melbourne Tullamarine Airport offer?

    In order to pamper its visitors, Tullamarine Airport offers a wide range of services such as free Wi-Fi, ATM machines and currency exchange desks, luggage storage facilities, massage chairs, a First Aid center and pharmacy, mobile charging stations, showers and water stations, and even an 18-hole golf course.

  • Does Melbourne Tullamarine Airport provide services to families with children?

    Yes, it does. In addition to baby changing and nursing facilities dedicated to infants, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport also features a Children’s Play Area located in Terminal 2, where children can find TVs offering a variety of cartoons and animated movies as well as toys and games.

  • What attractions are close to Essendon Airport?

    In addition to being close to downtown Melbourne, Essendon Airport is ideally located to reach popular attractions such as the Moonee Ponds Creek (5.7 miles to the northeast), the Spring Gully Reserve (2.2 miles to the west), and the Essendon Cricket Ground (3 miles to the south).

  • Can I take a rideshare from the airport to the city center of Melbourne?

    Yes, it is possible to take an Uber or a Lyft from the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to the city center. The drive will take about 30min. You can find the rideshare pickup points outside of baggage claim in Lane 3 of the forecourt and on Level 1 of the Terminal 4 parking lot. Be sure to check where your driver will be picking you up once you order one from the app.

  • Does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) offer assistance for people who are traveling with limited mobility?

    Yes, MEL offers services for passengers with limited mobility in the form of wheelchair rentals, assistance navigating the airport upon arrival, and accessible facilities. They also have a hidden disability program which includes a sunflower lanyard, a sensory map, and other special assistance.

  • Can I fly directly to Melbourne from any major US cities?

    Unfortunately, there are no direct flights from the US to Melbourne currently available. However, you will be able to find convenient journeys with just one layover. Regardless of where you start your journey, you will likely have layovers in Los Angeles (LAX), Sydney (SYD), Brisbane (BNE), or Nadi (NAD). These flights are operated usually by American Airlines, Fiji Airways, United Airlines, or Qantas Airways.

  • Can I take a free shuttle to my hotel near MEL?

    Yes, there are several hotels near the Melbourne Airport that offer free shuttle service to and from the airport. The shuttle bus pickup point is located between Terminals 1 and 2. Go across the crossing to the third lane and wait in front of the designated bus shelter. You may have to book your complimentary shuttle in advance, so be sure to double check with your hotel prior to arrival.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) was found on the route from San Francisco, at $369 one-way and $718 return. The most popular connection is from Los Angeles to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $718 in the last 3 days.

  • How far is Melbourne Airport from central Melbourne?

    Melbourne Airport is 12 miles from the center of Melbourne.

  • How much is a flight to Melbourne?

    On average, a flight to Melbourne costs $965. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $516 and departed from Los Angeles Airport.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Melbourne?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Melbourne is Friday where tickets can be as cheap as $1,074. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Tuesday, where prices are $1,266 on average.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine).

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) for the following prices or less: From San Francisco $985, from Los Angeles $2,258, from Dallas/Fort Worth $4,606
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) flight deals.
  • Flights to Melbourne, Australia, usually land at Tullamarine Airport. The only international airport in the Melbourne metropolitan area, it is the second busiest airport in Australia, with millions of passengers walking through its doors every year. It is located 14 miles from Melbourne city center.
  • If you want to enjoy a spot of shopping before departing, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport certainly delivers: with its hundreds of shops spread out over four terminals, this passenger hub is a shopper’s Mecca, regardless what you are looking for. Eating at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is also not a problem thanks to the many restaurants and food concession points.
  • If you want to relax before your flight and enjoy reading your newspaper in a peaceful environment, head to one of the many airport lounges. Some are linked to a specific membership programs but many others feature a pay-per-use option and, once inside, you can enjoy amenities such as rest areas, comfortable seating, complimentary newspapers and magazines, snacks and drinks, and TV.
  • Passengers that would have to travel to and from the airport at night might choose to rest in one of the many hotels located just minutes from the airport. All of which feature shuttle service, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary breakfast, some hotels also offer day rooms (subject to availability) for those who want to take a nap during a long stopover.
  • Although Tullamarine Airport is the most used, flights to Melbourne might also land at Avalon Airport (21 miles to the southwest), Essendon Airport (10 miles to the northwest), or Moorabbin Airport (18.5 miles to the south).
  • If you are picking up a rental car when you land at Melbourne Airport (MEL), you will need to make your way to the car rental center. The car rental center is located on the ground floor of the Terminal 1, 2, and 3 parking lot.
  • If you are traveling with animals to Melbourne Airport, you should know that the only pet relief areas available are outside the terminal building on the east end, so carry something in your pocket to clean up after them if necessary.
  • If you need to exchange currency when you arrive at MEL, you can go to the Prosegur Foreign Exchange offices in the airport. These are located at Terminal 2 Gate 7, Terminal 2 near baggage claim, and Terminal 2 near the P check in counter.
  • If you want to relax after your long flight to Melbourne before heading into the city, visit one of the open access lounges: The House Lounge, Marhaba Lounge, or the Plaza Premium Lounge. These lounges are located in Terminal 2 for international departures.
  • If you want to smoothly navigate the Melbourne Airport after you land, download the Melbourne Airport mobile app. It has a taxi calculator, an airport map, exclusive deals on food within the airport, and more.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Melbourne

 
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Fiji AirwaysOverall score based on 226 reviews
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Ticketing said dinner for the almost 14 hour flight and we were delayed an hour. However, onboard we were only served a sluce if pizza bread and a cookie. Not at all dinner and insufficient for a long international flight. Breakfast was good.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jan 2026
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Ticketing said dinner for the almost 14 hour flight and we were delayed an hour. However, onboard we were only served a sluce if pizza bread and a cookie. Not at all dinner and insufficient for a long international flight. Breakfast was good.

We have had an absolutely horrific experience so far getting home from Australia on a $18,000 + flight we booked with you. The flight did not deplane in Dallas because there was no available gate or staircase. We sat in the plane for 3 hours waiting to deplane. As a result we missed our connecting flight to New York. American Airlines put us up in a hotel several miles away. We waited 45 minutes for a shuttle and The shuttle driver was horribly rude and unhelpful. They offered us $70 vouchers for food but actually there was no food left when we arrived minus some chicken nuggets and corn dogs. It was awful. Horrible way to end a vacation. There has to be accountability here.

A bit cramped in economy and the people in front wouldn’t put their seats up during meal service, crew did not help with that and I felt they could have done more about it.

The airline is ok, but it needs to improve it schedules.

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...

Fiji Airways was amazing, will definately be lfying them again. The "Fijian hospitality" is not a catch phrase, it is genuine. the only things that could be improved is the entertainment. Not a great choice of movies, and the TV shows only have about 5 or so episodes, and often of a random season.

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!!

.very good and as I needed wheelchair assistance all staff excellent.. only suggestion is get rid of those plastic chairs hard to ride in and staff have trouble compared to others. Everything else very good experience. Will use Fiji Air again.

In-flight entertainment options could use a refresh, Consider a tie-up with Spotify for more current music and with IMDB or other service for newer selections/movie ratings.

See previous comments. Didn’t take this flight because my other flight was so delayed. Ending up on two other flights as a result and was more than a day late.

Nothing better than Air New Zealand. Top scores in every category.

We had difficulty checking in as United didn’t recognize the confirmation number and the agent was not helpful. We went to the United Assistance desk where the agent was able to process our reservation. We also weren’t allowed to choose seats in advance.

Space between seats on Air New Zealand is generally tight. The crew on this flight was excellent! Very attentive and nice. You get free wine or beer and chips and of course the Air New Zealand candies. 1 hour and 35 min flight approximately.

Your entertainment could be better. I flew on Air New Zealand in January so was expecting a better choice in February...but no luck. Same choices and also could have a better selection. Otherwise, lovely service, the purser came to our seats to welcome us. Overall, very nice. Direct flight from Auckland to YVR was fantastic!

Air New Zealand over sold our flight and tried to bump us to yesterday. After several calls we got booked to United about 6 hrs before our original flight. No apologies!

Very quick flight so no time for refreshments. We took off. Then landed. The end. Seats were too tight. Very cramped Grateful for the short flight cos moving around wasn’t possible

The disembarking steps in Wellington were precarious and I felt quite insecure. There was no one on the tarmac to greet us and help. The embarking ramp in Blenheim was much more satisfactory. The rest of the flight was fine.

Entertainment screen froze and had to be reset. Noticed it happened to other passengers as well.

The food was not as good as Air New Zealand. The veg pasta was pass-able but the veg cibotta sandwich was dry, hard and not up to par. The coach staff were attentive and accommodating.

Air conditioning was turned to the wrong setting. Way too hot. The entertainment system kept resetting and didn’t work half the flight. Said something to the crew. They didn’t do anything to help. Plane had a mechanical problem that resulted in 2.5 hour delay. Boarded the plane, had to disembark and get back on.

Qantas is always subpar beyond comfy chairs for a domestic flight

I liked boarding the plane. The staff were rude, the food was appalling and the chairs the most uncomfortable I have ever experienced

an hour late, then had to disembark on back stairs and take 4 flights up to get to main airport. No warning, and difficulty for those with canes and poor knees.

Well my expórtenle with Qantas it wasn’t that good KLM from Bs Aires was delay Santiago Chile Qantas QF 028 was still in the airport but the crew didn’t opened the door for me soo I lost my fly And I stuck in the airport 13 hrs waiting for next fly by Latam Arline My question is can I have my money back for business class

It was ok, the additional baggage charges were a bit excessive given winter is a time for skiing. To have to pay $600 extra for skis was tantamount to robbery. Airlines should consider sporting goods as baggage. Likewise, they should consider increasing the number of bags allowed on international flights to known ski destinations.

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Couldn't access entertainment on app as said in an email

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+.

After already paying for excess luggage prior to flight, i was advised AT check in that i had to pay $816 or forfeit my flight! The lady at the counter was SO rude and had already started offboarding me when i said i would pay it after asking her three times for the exact amount! Have lodged a formal complaint yet heard nothing. Will not ever travel via Qantas again

Everything was great except for the boarding process. Everyone is lining up all at the same time and it’s hard to tell between the groups as they are way too large.

Women boarding passengers at the gate was absolutely rude and disrespectful of passengers. The flight attendant was absolutely delightful! Smiling and connected with the passengers. So happy. The seats are cramped and uncomfortable but I guess that’s just the way it is Communication regarding flight was excellent

Overall we had a good experience during our flight from San Francisco to Houston.

Airport terminal was outdated, flight was on a small jet with no wifi

We were delayed for about an hour from taking off due to traffic control procedures at the destination airport. But once in the air, the flight went well. The crew members were great and provided cabin service despite moderate turbulence during much of the flight.

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

As great a red-eye flight as red-eye flights can be.

Once boarding started it was pretty quick. Food was inedible; cold and salty..

Entertainment kept turning itself off. Gave up on watching a movie.

Both the WIFI and entertainment did not work for 2.5h

The gate agent had a really bad attitude and refused to help me get on the standby list. She just handed me a card and said I needed to call a number. I asked her to help with the AA app on my phone and she just shrugged and said she didnt know. After a few phone calls, I eventually just went to a different gate agent on the other side of the terminal and got the help I needed.

The TSA check in took 1.5 hours to get through in Austin and I missed my flights back to DC

As previously stated the delay I experienced flying from Wichita to Chicago caused a host of issues. When I finally was able to be booked on the last remaining American flight from Chicago to Cincinnati, the gate changed four times with the last change occurring very near the scheduled boarding time. While I didn't have a problem moving from gate to gate, I did notice and make note of others that had mobility issues and had to move each time for the gate change.

Overall, my last three trips on American Airlines have all been either delayed or "rescheduled" due to mechanical issues. At least on delay caused me to miss two possible connecting flights each later than the first. My last option for my last connection required the assistance of the onsite service desk (O'Hare Airport). The wait time for the service desk was such that it jeopardized getting booked on the last connecting flight available for the night. Suffice it to say, my latest experiences with American Airlines have caused me extensive loss of productive business and personal time and can therefore be classified as significantly less than satisfactory.

There was free WiFi (definitely a plus), but the flight was delayed 45 minutes waiting on a catering truck that never arrived. The pilot said there would be food vouchers given out at the end of the gangway to make up for the inconvenience, but there was no one offering those. Delay made me late for work!

Waiting for gate in RDU for more than 20mins is crazy.

Flight was on time and there was an empty seat next to me. That makes for a good flight!

Maintenance took a very long time and then we were in a holding pattern. While a one-off maintenance issue is standard, there were delays on both of my flights for this trip based on maintenance issues with the planes, which delayed both flights over 45 minutes. Thankfully, I didn't have any connections but it wasn't an experience that would make me pick AA if I have other options.

I like that the flight attendant was very attentive and helpful. The meal menu could have more of an variety of food choices.

Everything was good. Flight was very full so crew was busy. After we boarded and plane pulled away from the gate, we were delayed about 40 minutes- sitting on the runway - due to weather en route or at the destination. While weather is not the fault of the airline- it’s terrible to sit on a plane and not moving.

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