SYDNEY, 13 February 2025: Delta is strengthening its presence in Australia and the South Pacific by launching a three-weekly nonstop service from Los Angeles (LAX) to Melbourne (MEL), beginning on 3 December 2025.
The new route will offer easy connectivity to Australia from the West Coast USA, flying the 275-seat Airbus A350-900 with a four-class configuration. Flights will depart Los Angeles on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
“Delta’s new service to Melbourne reflects our commitment to connecting customers with the world’s most exciting destinations,” said Delta’s Senior Vice President of Network Planning Paul Baldoni. “As the largest carrier at LAX, we’re proud to provide a premium experience, whether customers are exploring Melbourne or connecting through our Los Angeles hub to destinations worldwide.”
This new route makes Melbourne Delta’s third nonstop destination in Australia, joining Sydney and Brisbane, and expands Delta’s reach in the South Pacific to five cities, including Auckland and Papeete.
Flight schedule
DL011 will depart Los Angeles (LAX) at 2125 and arrive in Melbourne (MEL) at 0815 plus two days.
DL012 will depart Melbourne (MEL) at 1025 and arrive in Los Angeles (LAX) at 0610 (Wed, Fri, Sun).
Discover Melbourne
Melbourne is Australia’s cultural capital, full of creativity, flavour, and adventure. Explore its dynamic arts and music scene, from world-renowned galleries to street art. Savour the city’s food culture, where award-winning restaurants meet hidden laneway cafes, or catch the excitement of iconic sporting events like the city’s Grand Slam tournament.
For nature lovers, Melbourne is the gateway to Australia’s most breathtaking landscapes, including the dramatic cliffs and pristine beaches of the Great Ocean Road, the Yarra Valley vineyards, and the Phillip Island penguins.
