Statistics on Melbourne-Los Angeles flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Los Angeles (from: Melbourne)
The average price to go to Los Angeles from Melbourne airport is $ 1501 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 1277 (in march) and $ 1853 (in january), which is a saving of $ 224 or a surplus of $ 353 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $1640 to $1693 and it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a wednesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Los Angeles before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Melbourne-Los Angeles plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 66660 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Los Angeles from Melbourne and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in march, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 1277, saving $ 224 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1501). Conversely, january will be the most expensive ($ 1853).
Flight Melbourne-Los Angeles : when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 1519 | $ 1853 the most expensive | very high price |
| February | $ 943 | $ 1308 | good price |
| March | $ 946 | $ 1277 the cheapest | very good price |
| April | $ 1216 | $ 1524 | fair price |
| May | $ 1035 | $ 1384 | good price |
| June | $ 1182 | $ 1491 | fair price |
| July | $ 1374 | $ 1678 | fair price |
| August | $ 1114 | $ 1432 | fair price |
| September | $ 1151 | $ 1515 | fair price |
| October | $ 1103 | $ 1389 | good price |
| November | $ 1048 | $ 1332 | good price |
| December | $ 1546 | $ 1820 | high price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Melbourne to Los Angeles
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles range from $635 to $2116. 2% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $635 to $688), 1% at the maximum price (from $2063 to $2116). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $1640 to $1693 (7% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Melbourne->Los Angeles flight
There are 10 companies that serve Melbourne from Los Angeles airport: Qantas, Fiji Airways, American Airlines, United, Virgin Australia, Philippine Airlines, Jetstar, Avianca (scheduled), Singapore Airlines and Air New Zealand.
Data analysis:
Of the 66660 flights analyzed in previous years, Qantas was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (50% of the time) on the Melbourne->Los Angeles route.
Direct flight or flight with layover?
Data analysis:
To get the best price for the Melbourne-Los Angeles flight, you should take a flight with one or more layovers (you will save an average of $ 322 compared to a direct flight).
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Melbourne-Los Angeles flights departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $51. On the other hand, departing on a saturday may cost you an additional $27.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday for your return date, you will save an average of $43. Conversely, departing from Los Angeles on a saturday may cost you an additional $39.
Top prices Melbourne-Los Angeles
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne → Los Angeles | 01-02 to 16-02-2025 | $ 619 | layover flight with Fiji Airways |
| Melbourne → Los Angeles | 08-02 to 13-02-2025 | $ 623 | layover flight with Fiji Airways |
| Melbourne → Los Angeles | 10-02 to 23-02-2025 | $ 619 | layover flight with Fiji Airways |
| Melbourne → Los Angeles | 14-02 to 18-02-2025 | $ 618 | layover flight with Fiji Airways |
| Melbourne → Los Angeles | 20-02 to 24-02-2025 | $ 623 | layover flight with Fiji Airways |
| Melbourne → Los Angeles | 01-03 to 27-03-2025 | $ 611 | layover flight with Fiji Airways |
| Melbourne → Los Angeles | 09-03 to 15-03-2025 | $ 688 | layover flight with Fiji Airways |
| Melbourne → Los Angeles | 10-03 to 25-03-2025 | $ 704 | direct flight with United |
| Melbourne → Los Angeles | 13-03 to 20-03-2025 | $ 704 | direct flight with United |
| Melbourne → Los Angeles | 20-03 to 27-03-2025 | $ 620 | layover flight with Fiji Airways |
When to book your flight Melbourne - Los Angeles to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 2 to 3 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 11 to 12 months in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Melbourne-Los Angeles flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a tuesday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Los Angeles , it is recommended to buy it 2 to 3 months before departure (it is then on average 1402 $, which is a saving of 99 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 11 to 12 months in advance, you will pay the full price (185 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Melbourne to Los Angeles flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1565 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1596), 4 to 5 months ($ 1826), 5 to 6 months ($ 1726), 7 to 8 months ($ 1825), 8 to 9 months ($ 1784), 9 to 10 months ($ 1841) |
| February | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1121 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1291), 2 to 3 months ($ 1205), 4 to 5 months ($ 1278), 5 to 6 months ($ 1287), 7 to 8 months ($ 1294), 8 to 9 months ($ 1291), 9 to 10 months ($ 1184) |
| March | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1108 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1256), 1 to 2 months ($ 1145), 3 to 4 months ($ 1233), 6 to 7 months ($ 1243), 10 to 11 months ($ 1224) |
| April | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1302 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1475), 4 to 5 months ($ 1453), 6 to 7 months ($ 1446), 7 to 8 months ($ 1454), 8 to 9 months ($ 1482) |
| May | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1139 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1157), 4 to 5 months ($ 1249), 5 to 6 months ($ 1313), 8 to 9 months ($ 1328), 9 to 10 months ($ 1346) |
| June | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 1299 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1366), 2 to 3 months ($ 1358), 3 to 4 months ($ 1484), 4 to 5 months ($ 1446), 6 to 7 months ($ 1351), 8 to 9 months ($ 1425), 10 to 11 months ($ 1401) |
| July | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1465 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1663), 3 to 4 months ($ 1678), 7 to 8 months ($ 1598), 9 to 10 months ($ 1677) |
| August | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 1201 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1383), 2 to 3 months ($ 1354), 3 to 4 months ($ 1227), 4 to 5 months ($ 1397), 5 to 6 months ($ 1384), 6 to 7 months ($ 1395), 7 to 8 months ($ 1382) |
| September | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 1267 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1473), 2 to 3 months ($ 1435), 3 to 4 months ($ 1477), 4 to 5 months ($ 1442), 5 to 6 months ($ 1398), 6 to 7 months ($ 1505), 7 to 8 months ($ 1468), 8 to 9 months ($ 1513) |
| October | Best time: 10 to 11 months before departure (average price: 1094 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1283), 3 to 4 months ($ 1336), 11 to 12 months ($ 1210) |
| November | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 1219 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1220), 4 to 5 months ($ 1287), 5 to 6 months ($ 1316), 10 to 11 months ($ 1292), 11 to 12 months ($ 1313) |
| December | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 1563 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1771), 3 to 4 months ($ 1731), 5 to 6 months ($ 1721), 6 to 7 months ($ 1730) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, tuesday is the day when plane tickets for Melbourne->Los Angeles are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a tuesday, you will save $37. Conversely, by buying it on a wednesday, you may end up paying $18 more.
Melbourne to Los Angeles : flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | $ 1258 $908 to $1456 | very good price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 1846 $1235 to $2648 | high price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 1722 $705 to $3058 | very good price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 833 $616 to $1488 | very good price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 770 $611 to $1147 | very good price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 1374 $763 to $2128 | very good price | Find a flight |
| May 2025 | $ 1098 $857 to $1539 | very good price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 1163 $991 to $2189 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 1385 $1068 to $1900 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 1084 $905 to $1477 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 1122 $850 to $1546 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2025 | $ 1191 $897 to $2717 | very good price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, november, january, february, march, april, may, june, july, august, september and october are cheaper to travel to Los Angeles . So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!