Travelling from Los Angeles to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): What you need to know
Los Angeles is home to two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) flying out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
15 hours 55 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Los Angeles to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight.
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is 18 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the most popular route. There are 12 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Qantas at 11:30pm. Choose the first LAX to MEL departure operated by Qantas at 8:35pm if you want to get going earlier.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to MEL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
In high season, expect longer wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can book a direct flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Choose from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport departing from LAX. Book your seat with one of these:
The top choice among passengers flying between LAX and MEL is Qantas.
The most punctual carrier on this route is Qantas. Its services land as planned 73.58% of the time.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Los Angeles to MEL with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between LAX and MEL include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Los Angeles International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can get to VNY from central Los Angeles in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Los Angeles to MEL flight? Kick back in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Have a late flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near MEL and shut your eyes sooner:
Explore without limits with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and see more of Melbourne and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to central Melbourne is around 19 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
ر.ق. 1,324 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Return flights start at ر.ق. 2,677. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To snap up cheap flights from Los Angeles to MEL, book your ticket three months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on Los Angeles to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Be the first to know about deals for flight tickets from Los Angeles to MEL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when prices go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Melbourne. July is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a Los Angeles to MEL flight ticket departing in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in July when temperatures are between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Flinders Street Railway Station, Australian Grand Prix and Formula 1 Grand Prix Circuit are must-visits when exploring Melbourne.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, a trip to Bendigo will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bendigo Botanic Gardens and Central Deborah Gold Mine.
Ballarat is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 88 kilometres west of Melbourne. No trip is complete without dropping by St Patrick's Cathedral, St. Alipius Sovereign Hill and Ballarat Wildlife Park.
