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Flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne

Nonstop flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne (MEL) take about 16h 27m (12,758 km). United Airlines and Qantas fly it. Lowest fare seen: $551 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Melbourne

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Qantas Boeing 737-800 aircraft taking off into the cloudy sky at Melbourne Airport. — arriving in Melbourne

Airport transfer

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Airplane landing over LAX airport parking with cityscape and blue skies. — lounges at LAX Airport

LAX Airport · 1 lounge

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Airlines flying Los Angeles to Melbourne

Carriers on LAX–MEL according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ United Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ Qantasnonstop fare seen

Best time to fly to Melbourne

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Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Peak season: September – November, March – May

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Frequently asked questions — Los Angeles to Melbourne flights

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne (MEL) takes about 16h 27m, covering 12,758 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Los Angeles from Melbourne by air?

The great-circle distance between Los Angeles International Airport and Melbourne Airport is 12,758 km (7,927 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LAX–MEL route include United Airlines and Qantas. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LAX–MEL was $551 USD with United Airlines (nonstop), departing 26 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

Do I need a visa to travel from USA to Australia?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Australia visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Melbourne?

Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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