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Route Reference

Los Angeles to Melbourne

LAX
Los Angeles
MEL
Melbourne
Distance12,758 km / 7,927 miles
Estimated Flight Time≈ 15.0 hours nonstop
Origin Time ZoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Destination Time ZoneAustralia/Melbourne

Airlines Based in United States or Australia

These carriers are headquartered in one of the two countries on this route — check directly for current route-specific availability:

How This Route Appears in a GDS PNR

A segment on this route typically looks like this in a raw PNR:

2  BA 287 Y 15JUL 2*LAXMEL HK1  800A  2000P

The six-letter pair LAXMEL tells you the flight departs Los Angeles and arrives in Melbourne.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Los Angeles from Melbourne?

Los Angeles (LAX) is approximately 12,758 km (7,927 miles) from Melbourne (MEL).

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne?

A nonstop flight from LAX to MEL takes roughly 15.0 hours, based on typical long-haul cruise speed. Actual time varies by aircraft, routing, and wind.

What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Melbourne?

Los Angeles is on America/Los_Angeles and Melbourne is on Australia/Melbourne — check both before planning connections or calling clients.

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