Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne (MEL)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 7,927 | 12,683 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 7,927 | 12,683 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 7,927 | 11,891 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 7,927 | 11,891 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 7,927 | 15,854 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 7,927 | 11,891 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
A round trip between Los Angeles and Melbourne earns you 15,854 base miles - that's 63% of the way to a typical domestic award ticket!
✈️ Flight Details
The LAX to MEL route connects Los Angeles, United States with Melbourne, Australia. This long-haul flight covers 7,927 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from United States to Australia. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a SW bearing of 240° from Los Angeles. There is a 18 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About LAX
Los Angeles International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the primary airport serving Los Angeles and the fifth busiest in the world.
🛬 About MEL
Melbourne International Airport
Melbourne International Airport (MEL) serves Melbourne, Australia.