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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to California from $475

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Fiji Airways Logo
1:30 pm - 1:05 pm
MEL
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LAX
16h 35m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
11:55 pm - 12:00 pm
LAX
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MEL
19h 05m
1 stop
$767Fiji Airways
Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 10
Fiji Airways Logo
1:30 pm - 1:05 pm
MEL
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LAX
16h 35m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
11:55 pm - 12:00 pm
LAX
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MEL
19h 05m
1 stop
$768Fiji Airways
Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 11
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 5:06 pm
MEL
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LAS
24h 36m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 8:15 am
LAS
-
MEL
20h 55m
1 stop
$967United Airlines
Sun, Jun 7 - Fri, Jun 19
United Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 7:35 pm
MEL
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SMF
25h 40m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 8:15 am
SMF
-
MEL
20h 25m
1 stop
$970United Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Sun, Aug 16
American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 6:15 pm
MEL
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LAS
25h 30m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
11:45 pm - 5:00 am
LAS
-
MEL
36h 15m
1 stop
$1,047American Airlines
Sun, May 17 - Sun, May 24
American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 3:27 pm
MEL
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SAN
22h 42m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 5:00 am
SAN
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MEL
41h 15m
1 stop
$1,070American Airlines
Sun, Jun 14 - Sun, Jun 21
Qantas Airways Logo
9:45 am - 6:51 pm
MEL
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SMF
26h 06m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
11:13 am - 6:45 am
SMF
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MEL
26h 32m
1 stop
$1,078Qantas Airways
Mon, Jul 27 - Mon, Aug 17
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 10:19 am
MEL
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SAN
17h 19m
1 stop
Delta Logo
3:15 pm - 7:50 am
SAN
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MEL
23h 35m
1 stop
$1,188Delta
Fri, May 29 - Wed, Jun 3
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 10:19 am
MEL
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SAN
17h 19m
1 stop
Delta Logo
10:59 am - 7:50 am
SAN
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MEL
27h 51m
1 stop
$1,189Delta
Fri, May 29 - Wed, Jun 3
Qantas Airways Logo
2:05 pm - 6:51 pm
MEL
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SMF
21h 46m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
6:59 pm - 10:20 am
SMF
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MEL
22h 21m
2 stops
$1,473Qantas Airways
Sun, Jul 26 - Tue, Aug 18

Fiji Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to California

Our best Fiji Airways deals on Melbourne Airport to California flight tickets
Fiji Airways
May 28
MEL1:30 pmMelbourne
16h 35m
1 stop
LAX1:05 pmLos Angeles
Jun 10
LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles
19h 05m
1 stop
MEL12:00 pmMelbourne
$767
Fiji Airways
May 28
MEL1:30 pmMelbourne
16h 35m
1 stop
LAX1:05 pmLos Angeles
Jun 11
LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles
19h 05m
1 stop
MEL12:00 pmMelbourne
$768
Fiji Airways
May 14
MEL1:30 pmMelbourne
16h 35m
1 stop
LAX1:05 pmLos Angeles
May 17
LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles
19h 30m
1 stop
MEL12:25 pmMelbourne
$773

United Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to California

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to California flight tickets
United Airlines
May 17
MEL9:30 amMelbourne
14h 10m
LAX6:40 amLos Angeles
Jun 25
LAX4:14 pmLos Angeles
23h 01m
1 stop
MEL8:15 amMelbourne
$910
United Airlines
May 27
MEL9:30 amMelbourne
14h 15m
LAX6:45 amLos Angeles
Jun 7
LAX5:10 pmLos Angeles
22h 05m
1 stop
MEL8:15 amMelbourne
$911
United Airlines
May 29
MEL9:30 amMelbourne
14h 15m
LAX6:45 amLos Angeles
Jun 12
LAX10:35 pmLos Angeles
15h 55m
MEL7:30 amMelbourne
$912

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MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 5/28

1:30 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop16h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 6/10

11:55 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$767

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 5/28

1:30 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop16h 35m

Los Angeles

Thu 6/11

11:55 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$768

MelbourneLas Vegas

MEL - LAS

MELLAS

Melbourne

Sun 6/7

9:30 am-5:06 pm

2 stops24h 36m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 6/19

6:20 pm-8:15 am

1 stop20h 55m

$967

MelbourneSacramento

MEL - SMF

MELSMF

Melbourne

Tue 7/28

10:55 am-7:35 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/16

6:50 pm-8:15 am

1 stop20h 25m

$970

MelbourneLas Vegas

MEL - LAS

MELLAS

Melbourne

Sun 5/17

9:45 am-6:15 pm

2 stops25h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 5/24

11:45 pm-5:00 am

1 stop36h 15m

$1,047

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Sun 6/14

9:45 am-3:27 pm

2 stops22h 42m

San Diego

Sun 6/21

6:45 pm-5:00 am

1 stop41h 15m

$1,070

MelbourneSacramento

MEL - SMF

MELSMF

Melbourne

Mon 7/27

9:45 am-6:51 pm

1 stop26h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/17

11:13 am-6:45 am

1 stop26h 32m

$1,078

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 5/29

10:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop17h 19m

San Diego

Wed 6/3

3:15 pm-7:50 am

1 stop23h 35m

$1,188

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Fri 5/29

10:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop17h 19m

San Diego

Wed 6/3

10:59 am-7:50 am

1 stop27h 51m

$1,189

MelbourneSacramento

MEL - SMF

MELSMF

Melbourne

Sun 7/26

2:05 pm-6:51 pm

2 stops21h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/18

6:59 pm-10:20 am

2 stops22h 21m

$1,473

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of August is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Melbourne Airport averaging around $816.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne Airport to California is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $988. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Tuesday is $1,216.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to California flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $846 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Melbourne Airport for as low as $795 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 40% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to California flight.

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Best Price Found

$629

Fastest flight time

14h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in California

418 airports
The best one-way flight to California from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $629. The best round-trip flight deal from Melbourne Airport to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $919.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to California takes 14h 10m
Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to California every day.
There are 418 airports in California. From Melbourne Airport there are direct flights to Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne Airport to California

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to California?

    Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to California were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to California?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to California.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to California?

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to California

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Airline
Rating
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Price
United AirlinesPriceFrom $626Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,678 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $639Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,684 reviews
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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $650Free CancellationRating
8.1
240 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $694Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,028 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $717Free CancellationRating
8.0
638 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $764Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,464 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $1,229Free CancellationRating
7.6
452 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Melbourne to California?

Finding the right flight to California from Melbourne is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to California quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights from Melbourne to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Melbourne to California flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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Once all potential Melbourne to California flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

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