Australia
United States
Melbourne to Los Angeles Time Difference
Los Angeles is 18 hours behind Melbourne
Melbourne vs Los Angeles — At a Glance
Melbourne to Los Angeles — Hour-by-Hour
About Melbourne and Los Angeles
Melbourne (population: 5.1M) is known for Australia's cultural capital, the Australian Open, coffee culture, and street art. Los Angeles (population: 3.9M) is known for Hollywood, the entertainment industry, Silicon Beach tech startups, and Pacific trade.
Business Hours Overlap
The 18-hour gap means Melbourne and Los Angeles have almost no standard-hours overlap. Early morning calls from Melbourne or late evening calls from Los Angeles are the most practical options.
Calling Between Cities
With 18 hours between Melbourne (+61) and Los Angeles (+1), finding a mutually convenient calling time is tricky. Consider scheduling calls in advance rather than calling spontaneously.
Currency
Melbourne uses AUD while Los Angeles uses USD. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Melbourne and Los Angeles share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Melbourne and Los Angeles visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Melbourne and Los Angeles?
Los Angeles, United States is 18 hours behind Melbourne, Australia. Melbourne is in the Australia/Sydney timezone (UTC+11) and Los Angeles is in the America/Los Angeles timezone (UTC-7).
When it's noon in Melbourne, what time is it in Los Angeles?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Melbourne, it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles.
What is the best time to call Los Angeles from Melbourne?
The best time to call Los Angeles from Melbourne is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Melbourne, it's 3:00 PM in Los Angeles. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Melbourne for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Los Angeles use?
Los Angeles, United States uses USD. Melbourne uses AUD. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Los Angeles?
The primary languages in Los Angeles are English, Spanish. Melbourne also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Los Angeles from Melbourne?
To call Los Angeles from Melbourne, dial your international access code followed by +1 and the local number. Melbourne uses country code +61 and Los Angeles uses +1.
