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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to California from $309

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Fiji Airways Logo
1:25 pm - 12:55 pmMEL-LAX
16h 30m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
11:55 pm - 12:00 pmLAX-MEL
19h 05m1 stop
$711Fiji Airways
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Wed, May 6 - Sat, May 23
Fiji Airways Logo
1:25 pm - 12:55 pmMEL-LAX
16h 30m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
11:55 pm - 12:05 pmLAX-MEL
19h 10m1 stop
$712Fiji Airways
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Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
Air New Zealand Logo
12:10 pm - 8:01 pmMEL-LAS
26h 51m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
1:35 pm - 9:25 amLAS-MEL
24h 50m2 stops
$842Air New Zealand
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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9
Air New Zealand Logo
10:35 am - 11:05 amMEL-SFO
19h 30m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
7:50 pm - 10:55 amSFO-MEL
20h 05m1 stop
$854Air New Zealand
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Mon, Jan 19 - Thu, Jan 29
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 12:38 pmMEL-ONT
18h 38m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:37 pm - 9:00 amONT-MEL
20h 23m1 stop
$868United Airlines
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Fri, Feb 20 - Sun, Mar 22
United Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 2:50 pmMEL-SNA
22h 20m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:17 pm - 9:30 amSNA-MEL
25h 13m2 stops
$870United Airlines
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Mon, Jan 19 - Sat, Jan 31
American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 10:35 amMEL-LAS
17h 50m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
11:44 am - 6:45 amLAS-MEL
26h 01m1 stop
$912American Airlines
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Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12
American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 1:43 pmMEL-LAS
20h 58m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:45 amLAS-MEL
30h 45m1 stop
$914American Airlines
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Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12
Virgin Australia Logo
11:30 am - 10:27 amMEL-SAN
17h 57m1 stop
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7:52 pm - 6:15 pmSAN-MEL
27h 23m2 stops
$1,117Virgin Australia
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Thu, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 22
Virgin Australia Logo
7:10 am - 10:46 amMEL-SAN
22h 36m2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
6:00 pm - 1:15 pmSAN-MEL
24h 15m2 stops
$1,160Virgin Australia
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Fiji Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to California

Our best Fiji Airways deals on Melbourne Airport to California flight tickets
Fiji Airways
May 6
MEL1:25 pmMelbourne
16h 30m
1 stop
LAX12:55 pmLos Angeles
May 23
LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles
19h 05m
1 stop
MEL12:00 pmMelbourne
$711
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Fiji Airways
May 6
MEL1:25 pmMelbourne
16h 30m
1 stop
LAX12:55 pmLos Angeles
May 13
LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles
19h 10m
1 stop
MEL12:05 pmMelbourne
$712
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Fiji Airways
Feb 20
MEL1:55 pmMelbourne
17h 05m
1 stop
LAX12:00 pmLos Angeles
Mar 23
LAX11:35 pmLos Angeles
19h 10m
1 stop
MEL12:45 pmMelbourne
$713
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United Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to California

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to California flight tickets
United Airlines
Dec 14
MEL11:30 amMelbourne
14h 20m
LAX6:50 amLos Angeles
Dec 30
LAX10:26 amLos Angeles
28h 34m
1 stop
MEL10:00 amMelbourne
$778
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United Airlines
May 6
MEL9:30 amMelbourne
14h 10m
LAX6:40 amLos Angeles
May 13
LAX6:51 pmLos Angeles
20h 24m
1 stop
MEL8:15 amMelbourne
$780
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United Airlines
Feb 5
MEL11:30 amMelbourne
14h 20m
LAX6:50 amLos Angeles
Feb 18
LAX10:35 pmLos Angeles
15h 55m
MEL9:30 amMelbourne
$782
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne Airport to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated November 19, 2025.
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MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 5/6

1:25 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/23

11:55 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$711

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 5/6

1:25 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/13

11:55 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$712

MelbourneLas Vegas

MEL - LAS

MELLAS

Melbourne

Tue 12/2

12:10 pm-8:01 pm

2 stops26h 51m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 12/9

1:35 pm-9:25 am

2 stops24h 50m

$842

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Mon 1/19

10:35 am-11:05 am

1 stop19h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 1/29

7:50 pm-10:55 am

1 stop20h 05m

$854

MelbourneOntario

MEL - ONT

MELONT

Melbourne

Fri 2/20

1:00 pm-12:38 pm

1 stop18h 38m

Ontario

Sun 3/22

6:37 pm-9:00 am

1 stop20h 23m

$868

MelbourneSanta Ana

MEL - SNA

MELSNA

Melbourne

Mon 1/19

11:30 am-2:50 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/31

1:17 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 13m

$870

MelbourneLas Vegas

MEL - LAS

MELLAS

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

9:45 am-10:35 am

1 stop17h 50m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/12

11:44 am-6:45 am

1 stop26h 01m

$912

MelbourneLas Vegas

MEL - LAS

MELLAS

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

9:45 am-1:43 pm

1 stop20h 58m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/12

7:00 am-6:45 am

1 stop30h 45m

$914

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Thu 1/15

11:30 am-10:27 am

1 stop17h 57m

San Diego

Thu 1/22

7:52 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops27h 23m

$1,117

MelbourneSan Diego

MEL - SAN

MELSAN

Melbourne

Thu 1/15

7:10 am-10:46 am

2 stops22h 36m

San Diego

Thu 1/22

6:00 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops24h 15m

$1,160

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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 $769.

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 $1,153. 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 $1,352.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $943. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,260 on average. Flights to California from Melbourne Airport in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to California flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $883 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 $796 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to California flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

You could potentially save up to 37% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to California flight.

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Best Price Found

$508

Fastest flight time

14h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in California

2 airports
The best one-way flight to California from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $508. The best round-trip flight deal from Melbourne Airport to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $781.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to California takes 14h 10m
Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to California every day.
There are 2 airports near California: Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO)
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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to California

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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $680Free CancellationRating
8.1
209 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $699Free CancellationRating
7.6
424 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $711Free CancellationRating
7.5
941 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $713Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,019 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $716Free CancellationRating
8.0
529 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $730Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,044 reviews
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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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