Los Angeles to Geelong/Melbourne (LAX–AVV) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

Last scheduled nonstop: Mar 2026.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 2 hubs
SYD Sydney (Mascot) 17h 10m AADLQF EKJQQF Sydney (Mascot) (SYD) to Geelong/Melbourne flights
BNE Brisbane 23h 50m ASQFWS JQQF Brisbane (BNE) to Geelong/Melbourne flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Los Angeles to Geelong/Melbourne
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
7,957 mi 13h 45m nonstop +17h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between LAX and AVV, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for LAX to AVV.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~17h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
70
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
LAX → AVV
74%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
74%
Return
AVV → LAX
88%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
88%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. LAX delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+17h
Geelong/Melbourne is 17 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
LAX: PDT · AVV: AEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 11:00 AM (next day) in Geelong/Melbourne.
Distance & Flight Time
7,957 mi / 12,805 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 13h 45m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders must obtain an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) before boarding. Apply through the Australian ETA app (subclass 601). The ETA costs AUD 20, is valid for 12 months with multiple entries, and allows stays of up to 90 days per visit. Processing is usually instant. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

Getting to LAX

FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.

LAX–AVV Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Los Angeles to Geelong/Melbourne route.
Route details
Distance7,957 mi / 12,805 km
Flight time13h 45m
Time difference+17 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: LAX
IATA / ICAOLAX / KLAX
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr76.6M
Elevation125 ft / 38 m
Destination: AVV
IATA / ICAOAVV / YMAV
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Elevation35 ft / 11 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LAX to AVV flights.
Nonstop flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Melbourne Avalon International Airport take about 13h 45m gate to gate. The route covers 7,957 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Sydney Kingsford Smith and Brisbane.
Geelong/Melbourne is 17 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from LAX to AVV

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Melbourne Avalon International Airport (AVV) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

LAX to AVV Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LAX to AVV is about 13 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 7,957 miles (12,805 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Sydney Kingsford Smith and Brisbane. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.