Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 14 hours 15 minutes.
Los Angeles is 18 hours behind Melbourne and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Every week, there are 16 Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, select the 09:30 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 21:15 with Qantas.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to LAX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Qantas is your gateway to discovering Los Angeles (and maybe even some other exciting corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Qantas on this route.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates MEL to LAX flights, with 70.59% of its services arriving as planned.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MEL and LAX:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Nadi International Airport
Auckland Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Currently, R 7,003 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 13,937. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from MEL to LAX, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it takes about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near MEL. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're landing on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near LAX:
Grab a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Los Angeles. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to LAX in February. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Los Angeles, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey around 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to check off its popular sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
San Jose is another standout destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without dropping by Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
