Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is 14 hours 15 minutes. Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Los Angeles 18 hours behind Melbourne.
Every week, there are 16 flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To get going as soon as possible, go for the 09:30 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from MEL to LAX is 22:40 with United Airlines.
Popular months like July or holiday times such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Getting to Los Angeles (and then exploring more of United States!) is simple with United Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
If you want to break up your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the MEL - LAX route include:
Auckland Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Nadi International Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter United States, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MEL to LAX.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
$750 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. A return flight starts from $1,147. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Book 9 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure flight tickets from MEL to LAX.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 42 minutes.
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Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport to central Los Angeles takes about 32 minutes in a car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It typically takes 54 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Los Angeles. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16 ºC and 32 ºC. Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 6 ºC and 26 ºC. Look for flight tickets from MEL to LAX around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
As soon as you've locked in your flights from MEL to LAX, you'll want to find a hotel in Los Angeles. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Los Angeles travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
There's more than one way to get to and from Los Angeles. Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is an alternative. Look into the range of flights offered at this international airport.
Complete your Los Angeles trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Los Angeles International Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Los Angeles.