Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is 15 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is 18 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
You can choose from 15 weekly Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights. The 20:45 departure with Qantas is the earliest available. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 22:40.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your LAX to MEL flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Qantas is your ticket to exploring Melbourne (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Australia!). Check out the direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Qantas.
With 73.58% of its services arriving as scheduled, Qantas is the most punctual carrier operating LAX to MEL flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between LAX and MEL:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Brisbane Airport
Auckland Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Currently, R 6,949 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 15,979. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book nine months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LAX to MEL.
Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from LAX to MEL.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of LAX.
Los Angeles International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near LAX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Book a hotel near MEL if you have a late Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and explore beyond Melbourne's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to central Melbourne has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
January is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Melbourne in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LAX to MEL sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Australia you'll want to see. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another favourite stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.
