Traveling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is 15 hours 54 minutes. Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, making Melbourne 18 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Choose from 15 weekly flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. The 09:30 departure with United Airlines is the earliest available between LAX and MEL. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:40 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Qantas is your ticket to exploring Melbourne (and perhaps some other great parts of Australia!). Look through the direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport offered by this popular airline.
To break up your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the LAX - MEL route are:
Brisbane Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Auckland Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Australia. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements change often. Before booking your cheap ticket from LAX to MEL, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
$285 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Return flights start from $600. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LAX to MEL, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Organize your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometers from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 32 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 54 minutes.
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Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MEL:
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometers from central Melbourne. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 28 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 42 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Melbourne in April.
Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LAX to MEL in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Melbourne right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from LAX to MEL:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are a couple of major attractions to put on your Melbourne itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Eureka Skydeck 88.
Complete your Melbourne trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Melbourne trip.
