Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Los Angeles (LAX)
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Flight prices are per adult in Australian Dollars, based on payment at qantas.com by BPAY made 7 days or more before departure, or PayID. A fee applies for other payments. Fares may not be available on all flights or days. Fares displayed may not always show the most up-to-date fare availability and may not apply on direct flights. Select a date and continue searching to view available seats with Qantas and our partner airlines.
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Baggage included
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Inflight entertainment
Visiting from Melbourne to Los Angeles
From the hills of Hollywood to the sun-drenched streets and beaches of Santa Monica and the designer shopping on Rodeo Drive, Los Angeles is cooler than cool. LA offers something for the entire family, from state-of-the-art rides to walks through historic neighbourhoods. Theme parks feature incredible thrills, while famous cultural attractions include the Getty Center, LACMA and Walt Disney Hall. Discover what's beneath the glitzy facade of America's most famous city.
Flight information (MEL to LAX)
The time for direct flights from Melbourne to Los Angeles is approximately 14 hours and 20 minutes.
How many flights per week are there from Melbourne to Los Angeles?
On average, there are 9 flights per week from MEL to LAX.
When to visit
Whichever season you decide to visit, there's always something to do in L.A. Generally, the best time to visit Los Angeles is March through May when there are fewer crowds, pleasant temperatures, and generally good air quality. In summer, the beach areas can be foggy but the water temperature is lovely with plenty of sunshine and endless street festivals. Autumn is another favourable time in Los Angeles, with low rainfall especially in September. Awards season is in January to March and The Rose Bowl is a popular attraction for sports fans.
Arrival information
What is the main airport called?
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) commonly referred to as LAX, is the primary international airport serving Los Angeles and its surrounding metropolitan area. Los Angeles International Airport is the busiest and largest airport on the US west coast. It's located 33km from the city centre and 50km from Disneyland. LAX operates 24 hours a day and is open from 5 a.m. to midnight.
Arriving in Los Angeles
The staff at Los Angeles will greet you when you land and assist you with your needs. Once you collect your bags from the arrivals area, there are various transport options available to get you on your way.
Getting into LA from Los Angeles Airport
There are many transport options to make your trip to to and from LAX easy and stress free. The FlyAway nonstop bus service provides transport between LAX and Union Station and Van Nuys. FlyAway buses drop off passengers on the Upper/Departures Level of each terminal, costing around $10USD. There are a variety of taxis, ride share services, rental cars and hotel shuttles that operate to and from LAX. Limousines and private transfers can also be arranged for a private transfer to your accommodation.
Getting around Los Angeles
Generally, it’s popular to hire a car to explore LA’s vast urban metropolis, but if you don't want to drive yourself around you can organise transfers, ride share or join a tour. There's also the Metro Rail, Metro bus lines and DASH, which provide inexpensive and convenient transport across LA. If you're staying at one of LA’s world-famous beaches you could even hire a bike.
Departure information
Fly from Melbourne
Once you’ve got your tickets from Melbourne, there are a few things you should know to ensure you’re as prepared as possible for your flight.
What is the main airport called?
Melbourne Airport. Located 20 km (12.5 miles) from the city centre, Melbourne Domestic Airport (MEL), also known as Tullamarine Airport, is the main airport serving the state of Victoria. Qantas operates from two terminals in Melbourne T1 - domestic and T2 - international.
Baggage allowance
Passengers on Qantas flights from Melbourne are allocated checked baggage If you need more luggage, you can purchase an additional baggage allowance online prior to departure.
Checking in
Ensure you check-in online or via the Qantas App before you arrive at the airport from 24 hours before departure.
Important information
* Flight prices are per adult in Australian Dollars, based on payment at qantas.com by BPAY made 7 days or more before departure, PayID or Qantas issued UATP. For other payment options a percentage based fee applies, capped at a maximum per passenger of $22 for Domestic or $120 for International travel. Prices are not guaranteed until payment is made. Fares may not be available on all flights or days. Some flights are operated by partner or subsidiary airlines. Prices may fluctuate if taxes or foreign exchange rates change. Passengers booking Premium Economy may be seated in Economy on connecting flights. Check the fare rules for more details before booking. Inclusions vary between flights. All schedules subject to change, including last minute aircraft changes. QantasLink flights operated by Sunstate Airlines (Qld) Pty Ltd ABN 82 009 734 703, Eastern Australia Airlines Pty Ltd ABN 77 001 599 024, and National Jet Systems Pty Ltd ABN 11 008 279 203. Licence No per state: QLD - 407, NSW - 2TA000237, VIC - 30362, SA - TTA155, WA - 9TA52.
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