LAX MEL

Los Angeles to Melbourne awards.

7,928 miles · ~15h 54m estimated flight time

About this route

Airlines serving both Los Angeles and Melbourne include Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines and 7 more. We don't publish an award chart for this city pair yet, so use the search tool below to check live award pricing and availability across every program that flies it.

Airlines serving these airports

These carriers serve both LAX and MEL, non-stop or via a connecting hub.

When award seats open on this route

Qatar Airways ~361d Verified Jan 2026
Cathay Pacific ~360d Verified Jan 2025
Japan Airlines ~360d Verified Jun 2025
United Airlines ~337d Verified Mar 2026
Qantas ~353d Verified Jan 2025
Alaska Airlines ~331d Verified Dec 2024
Emirates ~330d Verified May 2025
Turkish Airlines ~354d Verified Jan 2025
Lufthansa ~360d own metal / ~85d partner Verified Jan 2025

Booking tips

  • Book 6-11 months in advance for the best premium cabin availability
  • Compare programs before transferring — prices vary significantly between loyalty currencies
  • Check our search tool for real-time Los Angeles to Melbourne award availability

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Frequently asked questions

Which loyalty programs can I use for LAX to MEL?

We don't publish an award chart for LAX–MEL yet, so search the route to see which programs price it and what they charge. Most major programs accept transfers from Amex, Chase and Capital One, so the currency you hold is rarely the constraint — availability is.

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