New A350 Flights from Los Angeles to Melbourne Will Be Started by Delta
New direct flights between Los Angeles (LAX) and Melbourne (MEL) will be added to Delta Air Lines’ (DL) transpacific network.
The airline will increase connection between the US and Australia by launching three weekly flights starting in December.
Delta Flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne
Three times a week, Delta Air Lines (DL) will use an Airbus A350 to begin a new nonstop service between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Melbourne Airport (MEL).
Approximately 86,000 more seats will be added each year as a result of this development, giving passengers more accessibility and affordable foreign airfare.
The following timetable will apply to Delta’s new service:
| Departure | Arrival | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles (LAX) | Melbourne (MEL) | 9:25 PM | 8:15 AM | Mon, Wed, Fri |
| Melbourne (MEL) | Los Angeles (LAX) | 10:25 AM | 6:10 AM | Wed, Fri, Sun |
By increasing market competition, the airline’s presence on this route could lower airfares and lower the cost of travel between Victoria and the United States.
Passengers will be able to easily connect to more than 40 locations around the United States and Latin America thanks to Delta’s vast network via its LAX hub.
Financial Gains
This venture has a lot to offer Victoria’s tourism industry. With almost 200,000 tourists in the year ending September 2024, the US ranks as Victoria’s fourth-largest international tourism market, bringing in over $358 million in tourism-related income.
It is anticipated that the expanded flight capacity would spur additional expansion by drawing more tourists from North America, a region renowned for its love of the great outdoors and adventure.
Supported by the Industry Partnerships Program (IPP), the new flight route is a component of a larger partnership between Melbourne Airport and the Allan Labour Government.
Through this initiative, Visit Victoria can match industry financing for destination marketing, which strengthens its efforts to draw tourists from abroad.
The importance of this expansion has been underlined by government representatives and business executives:
“These new Delta flights will support Victoria’s tourism industry, benefiting local businesses, hotels, and restaurants while making travel more accessible for families,” explained Steve Dimopoulos, Minister for Tourism, Sport, and Major Events.
“More flights mean more competition, lower airfare costs, and greater economic opportunities for tourism and trade,” explained Colin Brooks, Minister of Industry and Advanced Manufacturing.
“Direct flights from LA will strengthen Victoria’s economy and improve trade relationships with North American partners,” explained Danny Pearson, Minister for Economic Growth and Jobs.
“Delta’s entry into the Pacific route will help restore pre-pandemic flight capacity and improve business connectivity,” explained Lorie Argus, CEO of Melbourne Airport.
The bottom line
Travellers and the Victoria economy both gain from Delta Air Lines’ (DL) strategic decision to launch a new route between Los Angeles (LAX) and Melbourne (MEL).
This effort establishes Melbourne as a major international destination by boosting seat availability, encouraging competitive pricing, and fortifying commercial ties.
Travellers may anticipate more economical and convenient transpacific travel when the service debuts in December.
