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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to North America

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
New York
Newark2 stops$1,330
Vancouver
Vancouver1 stop$1,095
Toronto
Toronto2 stops$1,486
San Francisco
San Francisco1 stop$997
Honolulu
Honolulu1 stop$873
Las Vegas
Las Vegas2 stops$1,145
Mexico City
Mexico City2 stops$1,606
Dallas
Dallas1 stop$1,458
Seattle
Seattle2 stops$1,340
Calgary
Calgary1 stop$1,407
Chicago
Chicago2 stops$1,331
Miami
Miami3 stops$1,367
Orlando
Orlando1 stop$1,379
Washington, D.C.
Baltimore2 stops$1,379
Montreal
Montreal2 stops$1,571
Houston
Houston2 stops$1,419
Denver
Denver1 stop$1,315
Cancún
Cancún3 stops$1,639
New York
Newark2 stops$1,330
Vancouver
Vancouver1 stop$1,095
Toronto
Toronto2 stops$1,486
San Francisco
San Francisco1 stop$997
Honolulu
Honolulu1 stop$873
Las Vegas
Las Vegas2 stops$1,145
Mexico City
Mexico City2 stops$1,606
Dallas
Dallas1 stop$1,458
Seattle
Seattle2 stops$1,340
Calgary
Calgary1 stop$1,407
Chicago
Chicago2 stops$1,331
Miami
Miami3 stops$1,367
Orlando
Orlando1 stop$1,379
Washington, D.C.
Baltimore2 stops$1,379
Montreal
Montreal2 stops$1,571
Houston
Houston2 stops$1,419
Denver
Denver1 stop$1,315
Cancún
Cancún3 stops$1,639

Book Cheap Melbourne to North America Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to North America that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to North America

Sat, 29 Aug - Sat, 5 Sep
Qantas Airways Logo
11:05 - 09:55
MEL
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HNL
18h 50m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
11:50 - 23:35
HNL
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MEL
15h 45m
1 stop
$873Qantas Airways
Thu, 13 Aug - Thu, 20 Aug
Qantas Airways Logo
12:30 - 09:55
MEL
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HNL
17h 25m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
11:50 - 23:35
HNL
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MEL
15h 45m
1 stop
$879Qantas Airways
Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:15 - 08:55
MEL
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HNL
21h 40m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:45 - 23:35
HNL
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MEL
15h 50m
1 stop
$915Multiple Airlines
Sat, 24 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:00 - 08:55
MEL
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HNL
13h 55m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:45 - 23:35
HNL
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MEL
15h 50m
1 stop
$915Multiple Airlines
Fri, 6 Nov - Fri, 6 Nov
Fiji Airways Logo
13:55 - 12:25
MEL
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SFO
17h 30m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
22:05 - 12:25
SFO
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MEL
19h 20m
1 stop
$997Fiji Airways
Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
Fiji Airways Logo
14:20 - 13:05
MEL
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LAX
16h 45m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
23:35 - 12:45
LAX
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MEL
19h 10m
1 stop
$999Fiji Airways
Thu, 27 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 22:20
MEL
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SFO
29h 35m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
20:41 - 06:45
SFO
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MEL
41h 04m
1 stop
$1,131American Airlines
Thu, 27 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 11:12
MEL
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SFO
18h 27m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
15:46 - 06:45
SFO
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MEL
45h 59m
2 stops
$1,131American Airlines
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 12 Nov
Air Canada Logo
06:00 - 15:27
MEL
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SFO
27h 27m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
17:35 - 14:35
SFO
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MEL
26h 00m
2 stops
$1,140Air Canada
Tue, 19 Jan - Wed, 24 Feb
Air Canada Logo
07:10 - 13:51
MEL
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SFO
25h 41m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
17:35 - 14:45
SFO
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MEL
26h 10m
2 stops
$1,144Air Canada
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to North America flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to North America to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly, and much more.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to North America flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to North America from Melbourne found in the last 5 days was to Los Angeles, at $1,092 return. The most popular route is from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Los Angeles (LAX), and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $1,092.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to North America?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Melbourne to North America depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to North America is generally in the evening, when retur flights cost $1,178 on average. Morning departures are around 25% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to North America is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,774.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to North America?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne to North America, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne to North America is March, when tickets cost $1,347 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, when the average cost of return tickets is $1,827 and $1,761 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne to North America?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Melbourne to North America clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Melbourne to North America, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Melbourne, you’ll find the best rates on Sundays and the most expensive ones on Fridays.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne to North America?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne to North America, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on a flight from Melbourne to North America, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 2% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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Cheapest flight

$571
Flight from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to San Francisco

Flights from Melbourne to North America: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Melbourne to North America 
DeborahFlew with American Airlines
MEL
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DFW
Mar 2026
Be sure to keep your electric adapter handy. N USB port available in airport.
CharlesFlew with WestJet
MEL
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LAX
Dec 2025
I had 5.5 hrs between my flight to LA and my flight from LA to Calgary. I barely made it! The plane to Calgary was loading by the time I got through in-flight delays, then inbound US customs, luggage pick-up, luggage drop-off, then TSA checks as I re-entered the secure zone, then fast-walk to the outbound gate. LAX is a difficult airport, designed last century when air travel was much more relaxed. So: plan for WAY more time there than you’d ever want.

FAQs - booking North America flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to North America?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to North America.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to North America?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Melbourne to North America is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to North America?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Melbourne to North America with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to North America?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Melbourne to North America up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to North America

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Melbourne to North America? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Fiji AirwaysOverall score based on 249 reviews
7.5Entertainment
7.5Food
8.0Comfort
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
Airline reviews

Boarding had poor communication. Passengers didn't get clear directions to prepare for Boarding. The plane was an older model which had some issues with operating the seats (the staff was great). Due to age the seat cushions were compressed and less comfortable than expected.

8.0 ExcellentStarlet, May 2026
SFO - NAN
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Boarding had poor communication. Passengers didn't get clear directions to prepare for Boarding. The plane was an older model which had some issues with operating the seats (the staff was great). Due to age the seat cushions were compressed and less comfortable than expected.

Great food, wonderful staff made a long flight seem short

Better connections, much better cabin crews, much cleaner aircraft than Qantas, American and probably others.

Fiji left without me because American Airlines was too stupid to get to LAX on time. Fiji should have offered a standby on another flight but they told me tough luck. I will never fly with this company again.

Fiji Business Class was value for money. Would do again for a long haul flight.

1.5Hrs to get from plane into terminal. Long wait. Flight to NZ 1 he late

Staff was very helpful, polite, efficient. Food was excellent. Business class seat very comfortable.

We recently flew on FIJI AIRLINES, what a breath of fresh air! From their customer service at the ticket counter/ Baggage check to the flight attendants on the plane! When I bought the tickets they were the least expensive too! I took a picture of one of the flight attendants scoop up a very fussy baby and walk her around the plane, to give her parents a break. I would love to submit, but don’t know how. Meals were great, also complimentary beer and wine was a pleasant surprise!

The business class seat was not very comfortable . Fortunately it was a short flight

check-in at sydney was a bit disorganized. one well-dressed woman appeared to be in charge, staring at others who were not ready and checking in passengers. one person at business class check-in, was sarcastic and only mentioned the gate assignment, no bother to mention the lounge access etc... the crew on board was stellar. so polite, helpful and respectful. the meals were great, endless beverages, and the a350 is spectacular with the seat/bed, amenity kit, television, bedding, headphones. first time flying fiji airways- honolulu- fiji-sydney, and sydney-fiji-los angeles, all in business class. their fares are much more affordable than other carriers. hopefully, one day, they will use a widebody aircraft from honolulu- fiji, since it is a nearly 7-hour flight and the 737-max 8, although comfortable, would be better with a widebody plane.

We got to experience Premium Economy from Sydney to Auckland and it was a great experience wiht Air New Zealand. The crew was friendly and helpful.

I was not even on that flight and did not even book a ticket. Kayak did a phenomenal job

Great entertainment options on the screen. uSB A and C chargers. Free WiFi! Crew were excellent.

Check in crew member was very helpful, nice and excellent service👍

Lost my luggage and brought someone else luggage to my airport.

The issue was with getting our boarding pases. There were issues with our arrangements that were made through Kayak. I am sorry to say that we will not use you again because of this. The flight itself was good and the flight attendants excellent.

Economy was much nicer on the Air New Zealand planes.

At Coolangatta International it is difficult to hear voice boarding announcements when away from screen announcements.

Couldn’t request a vegan meal somehow but I noticed other people getting them

Boarding instructions on one leg of my journey were not well communicated at the gate (Melbourne to Auckland)

Loved the food and beverages available, spacious economy class, excellent entertainment

Helpful staff when I felt unwell. Qantas need to have an audio/music channel so you can listen to various music/.artists

Hard to move and get out of my seat when the passenger in front is in recline position.

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Not great. The inflight entertainment was all on an app, and I did not want to watch a film on my phone. Also, the range of options of films was limited.

We were upgraded and after just a short delay in attending to a safety check we were on our way. Would definately fly Qantas International on their Dreamliner again.

Traditional economy class. Not a full flight so spare seats. Food and drinks were good

Delayed QF59 flight once again, Qantas doesn't fail in maintaining there delayed departures and arrivals. USB points do not work nor do the power point sockets on the plane, Qantas staff admitted that on the flight. Don't expect to your charge devices. Saving grace, was the ice cream. Bottom line, if you expect to fly to HND and make it on time avoid Qantas and if you're interested in ice cream - visit 7/11.

Airport and crew experience was excellent. We had to queue for the runway - no one’s fault, but it did mean we were 30 minutes late leaving

I love flying with Qantas. There was no onscreen entertaining on this flight, and only a snack provided (not a meal) but still better than Jetstar or Virgin (in my opinion) so still happy.

Uncomfortable plastic seats even in premium economy. No free wifi. Even paid wifi was spotty to nonexistent. Bad food. Much worse than economy on foreign carriers like Qantas.

Good flight. However, when booked flight with United, assumed the layover included by United in San Francisco of 1 hr and 40 minutes was sufficient . Not so and would recommend at least 2 hours or more. Needed to go through US immigration (very long lineups), then pick up bags, take all the way to another terminal, running because we did not have sufficient time. We made the flight because they held the door for us but luggage didn’t follow.

It was good but only meal served is very less. Meantime good to add rice and chicken in one of meal

I found the staff to not be very attentive at all. When paying for Business Class you expect a certain type of service and that was not found. They were almost rude even

Great. Food going from Australia to the US was better than other way around, but still needs improvement in terms of quality and quantity!!!

Flight departed owing to SFO TSA delays as well as incoming flight running late I know these delays are commonplace but when you’re flying long haul international the least that could be done is priority being given to customers in this situation I raced to the gate the plane was still there but NO UNITED AIRLINES STAFF in the surrounding area could seemingly provide effective support This coloured my view of flying with UA The actual flights were good

Crew seemed annoyed by the fact we were there. Very unpleasant

Due to a cancelled flight the day before this flight only had 44 people. Best flight ever on international route. Food getting better. Can United provide fruit ex apples and bananas for snacks? Crew fantastic.

Honestly didn’t like anything. Crew was in rush . Food was ok and there was no whiskey. Have to pay extra $ if you want to drink whiskey . They only provide wine and beer.

Compared to other international Airlines the infotainment system is need of overhaul. Doesn't have music it's got a limited selection of movies but I was impressed that an American airline was showing the documentary on John Farnham an Australian singer!

My original booking with Air Canada turned into a headache

The flight attendants were not very nice. No smiles On my return trip I was charged for one bag $83.30 although I had purchased the flight including one piece of luggage. Can this be refunded to me? Thank you!

Previous flight from Melbourne to Brisbane was late. I had 1 hr 40 min to get to the connecting flight. That was not enough time as I had to take a shuttle bus to change terminal. Then needed to get through security and customs. The airline was announcing my name to board at 9:10. The take off time was scheduled for 9:40 but I was again one of the last to board at about 9:20. Kayak needs to allow more time for these connections

Almost missed boarding, mass line up made me be the last person. Wish the announcement was more loud, didn’t hear what seats or zones were ready. Being last also made finding space for my roller bag. Fortunately the flight attendants made it work!

Good service was quite limited but that is due to short flight.

Full compliments to Captain for all four landing. Crew could be more polite and nice.

So smooth and easy! From boarding to arriving, we are very happy with our experience on air Canada.

Great service, friendly flight attendants. Boarding was easy. Food was airline food, nothing special but okay. Entertainment was great and overall experience really good. would fly with Air Canada again any time

There was a long delay on tarmac. The pilot kept us informed. The flight stewards were not entertaining or comforting. During the flight we received minimal service. Several food choices for purchase were not available at our seating of row 52. Only twice were we offered water for hydration. A half hour before landing teh pilot acknowledged that some passengers with connecting flights should tell flight stewards and they would help.. We had a connecting flight thand at should have had a 2+ hour layover and now would be less than 1 hour from departure. The flight attendant told us not to worry.. plenty of time. We did not get off the plane until after 6 o'clock. We are seniors (ages 74 and 72 ) and had to walk the length of the terminal to go thru customs and the length of the next terminal to departure gate for 6:30 a boarding call. We ran and were breathing hard and reached the departure gate by 6:50. We rate the flight stewards negatively...the pilot did his best.

Easy boarding, punctuality, decent service. The only thing I would complain about is the misleading claim of free messaging, which you do not get access to without preparation prior to the flight.

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