72% off Los Angeles → Doha ($843)
Snag a direct LAX → Doha flight for just $843 round-trip - 72% below the typical median price of $2,964 - plus direct flights to Melbourne for $555 and Auckland for $562.
This week's standout deal is almost too good to ignore: a direct flight from LAX to Doha for just $843 round-trip - that's 72% below the typical median price of $2,964. If the Middle East has been on your bucket list, this is your moment. But that's not all - we've also spotted direct Economy fares to Melbourne for $555 (45% below typical) and Auckland for $562 (62% below typical), both departing in just two weeks. Read on for all the details, and keep an eye on the premium section below for Business Class steals to Seoul, Tokyo, Melbourne, and Tel Aviv. If you like using miles instead of cash, Award Travel Finder tracks the best award redemptions daily and may surface these same routes for points.
🌏 Asia-Pacific Economy Deals from LAX
Good Deal - LAX → Melbourne - $555 round-trip with Multiple Airlines. Usually around $1,005, now just $555 (45% below typical). Departing May 22, returning May 27 (in 2 weeks). Direct. Multiple flexible date options available.
May 22 - May 27 | $555 | 5 days (Friday departure)
May 22 - May 29 | $555 | 7 days (Friday departure)
May 22 - Jun 1 | $555 | 10 days (Friday departure)
Good Deal - LAX → Auckland - $562 round-trip with Multiple Airlines. Usually around $1,488, now just $562 (62% below typical). Departing May 21, returning May 26 (in 2 weeks, returning on Memorial Day). Direct. Multiple flexible date options available.
May 21 - May 26 | $562 | 5 days (Thursday departure)
May 21 - May 28 | $562 | 7 days (Thursday departure)
May 21 - May 31 | $562 | 10 days (Thursday departure)
🇪🇺 Europe Economy Deals from LAX
Good Deal - LAX → Paris - $594 round-trip with Multiple Airlines. Usually around $723, now just $594 (18% below typical). Departing Jul 1, returning Jul 4 (Independence Day weekend in Paris - a unique way to spend the holiday!). Direct. Multiple date options available.
Jul 1 - Jul 4 | $594 | 3 days (Wednesday departure)
Jul 1 - Jul 5 | $594 | 4 days (Wednesday departure)
Jul 1 - Jul 6 | $594 | 5 days (Wednesday departure)
Good Deal - LAX → Rome - $607 round-trip with Multiple Airlines. Usually around $697, now just $607 (13% below typical). Departing Jul 19 (Sunday), returning Jul 22. Direct. Multiple date options available.
Jul 19 - Jul 22 | $607 | 3 days (Sunday departure)
Jul 19 - Jul 23 | $607 | 4 days (Sunday departure)
Jul 19 - Jul 24 | $607 | 5 days (Sunday departure)
🌍 Middle East Economy Deals from LAX
Good Deal - LAX → Doha - $843 round-trip with Multiple Airlines. Usually around $2,964, now just $843 (72% below typical) - this is the best economy deal in today's issue by a wide margin. Departing Jul 12 (Sunday), returning Jul 17. Direct. Multiple date options available. Prefer booking with points? Award Travel Finder tracks award availability on Middle East routes daily.
Jul 12 - Jul 17 | $843 | 5 days (Sunday departure)
Jul 12 - Jul 19 | $843 | 7 days (Sunday departure)
Jul 12 - Jul 22 | $843 | 10 days (Sunday departure)
🇺🇸 Domestic US Economy Deals from LAX
Good Deal - LAX → Seattle - $44 round-trip with Multiple Airlines. Usually around $134, now just $44 (67% below typical). Departing May 28 (Thursday, near Memorial Day), returning Jun 2. Direct. This is an exceptional domestic fare - grab it before it's gone. Multiple date options available.
May 28 - Jun 2 | $44 | 5 days (Thursday departure)
May 28 - Jun 4 | $44 | 7 days (Thursday departure)
May 28 - Jun 7 | $44 | 10 days (Thursday departure)
✈️ Los Angeles Airport Tip
All of this week's deals depart from LAX (Los Angeles International Airport). For long-haul flights to Doha, Melbourne, and Auckland, LAX's Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) is your hub - it handles most international departures and has some of the best dining and lounge options in the airport. Arrive at least 3 hours early for international flights. For the domestic Seattle run, check Alaska Airlines' dedicated Terminal 6 for a smoother, less crowded experience. Want to earn miles on any of these routes? Miles & Points Daily breaks down the best credit card bonuses each day - a great way to maximize rewards on every booking.
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💼 Premium: Business Class Deals from LAX
This week features five notable Business Class deals from LAX covering Asia-Pacific and the Middle East. Here is a full breakdown of each.
🌏 Asia-Pacific Business Class
Good Deal - LAX → Seoul (Business Class) - $3,315 round-trip with Multiple Airlines. Usually around $5,583, now just $3,315 (41% below typical median) - a saving of over $2,200 on a flat-bed Business Class seat to South Korea. Departing Jul 6 (Monday, near Independence Day), returning Jul 11 (Saturday). Direct. Best dates to fly:
Jul 6 - Jul 11 | $3,315 | 5 days (Monday departure)
Jul 6 - Jul 13 | $3,315 | 7 days (Monday departure)
Jul 6 - Jul 16 | $3,315 | 10 days (Monday departure)
Good Deal - LAX → Tokyo Haneda (Business Class) - $3,690 round-trip with Multiple Airlines. Usually around $4,811, now just $3,690 (23% below typical median) - saving over $1,100 on a direct Business Class flight to Tokyo Haneda, one of the world's most efficient airports. Departing Jul 6 (Monday), returning Jul 11 (Saturday). Direct. Best dates to fly:
Jul 6 - Jul 11 | $3,690 | 5 days (Monday departure)
Jul 6 - Jul 13 | $3,690 | 7 days (Monday departure)
Jul 6 - Jul 16 | $3,690 | 10 days (Monday departure)
Good Deal - LAX → Melbourne (Business Class) - $3,992 round-trip with Multiple Airlines. Usually around $9,608, now just $3,992 (58% below typical median) - this is a massive saving of over $5,600 on a Business Class lie-flat seat to Melbourne. Departing May 24 (Sunday), returning May 29. Direct. Move fast - this deal departs in just 2-3 weeks. Best dates to fly:
May 24 - May 29 | $3,992 | 5 days (Sunday departure)
May 24 - May 31 | $3,992 | 7 days (Sunday departure)
May 24 - Jun 3 | $3,992 | 10 days (Sunday departure)
🌍 Middle East Business Class
Good Deal - LAX → Tel Aviv (Business Class) - $5,546 round-trip with Multiple Airlines. Usually around $6,781, now just $5,546 (18% below typical median) - saving over $1,200 on a direct Business Class seat to Tel Aviv. Departing May 25 (Monday, near Memorial Day), returning May 30 (Saturday). Direct. This departure is in just 2 weeks - book quickly. Best dates to fly:
May 25 - May 30 | $5,546 | 5 days (Monday departure)
May 25 - Jun 1 | $5,546 | 7 days (Monday departure)
May 25 - Jun 4 | $5,546 | 10 days (Monday departure)
🇺🇸 Domestic Business Class
Good Deal - LAX → Seattle (Business Class) - $148 round-trip with Multiple Airlines. Usually around $263, now just $148 (44% below typical median). An outstanding price for a domestic Business Class seat on a direct LAX - Seattle flight. Departing May 29 (Friday), returning Jun 3 (Wednesday) - a great long Memorial Day weekend escape in premium comfort. Direct. Best dates to fly:
May 29 - Jun 3 | $148 | 5 days (Friday departure)
May 29 - Jun 5 | $148 | 7 days (Friday departure)
May 29 - Jun 8 | $148 | 10 days (Friday departure)
✈️ Premium: Los Angeles Airport Strategies
LAX is your gateway for every deal in this issue. Here is how to navigate it like a pro depending on your destination.
Tokyo Haneda and Seoul (ICN): Most direct transpacific flights to Japan and Korea depart from LAX's Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT). Airlines like Japan Airlines and Korean Air operate premium cabins from TBIT, which has undergone recent renovations and offers better lounges than the domestic terminals. Arrive 3+ hours early for Business Class check-in - some carriers offer dedicated premium lanes.
Melbourne and Auckland: Qantas and Air New Zealand operate their LAX services out of TBIT. If you hold Qantas or Air NZ status, the lounges in TBIT are among the best in the airport. For the Economy fares spotted this week, a midweek departure (Thursday or Friday) tends to have lighter airport traffic.
Doha (Qatar): Qatar Airways operates its LAX - DOH service out of TBIT. If you are flying on the $843 Economy deal, consider positioning yourself to earn Avios or Qatar Privilege Club miles on this long-haul route - the mileage accrual can be substantial. Check Award Travel Finder for any award upgrade availability on this route before booking cash.
Tel Aviv: El Al and United operate LAX - TLV routes out of TBIT. Security screening for Tel Aviv flights at LAX is typically more intensive - factor in an extra 30-45 minutes beyond the usual international recommendation.
Seattle (SEA): Alaska Airlines and Southwest dominate the LAX - SEA corridor. Alaska operates from Terminal 6, which is generally less crowded than the central terminals. The $44 Economy and $148 Business Class fares this week are ideal candidates for earning Alaska Mileage Plan miles, which have some of the most flexible redemption options in domestic aviation.
Paris (CDG) and Rome (FCO): European long-haul flights from LAX typically depart from TBIT in the evening (8pm-midnight), arriving the following afternoon. This overnight timing is ideal for Business Class travelers looking to maximize sleep time. For Economy, packing a quality neck pillow and noise-canceling headphones is especially worthwhile on these 10+ hour legs.
Hidden gem tip: LAX Terminal 4 and 5 (American Airlines) occasionally have same-day upgrade availability on select transatlantic routes when premium cabins do not fill. If you are flying Economy to Europe, it is worth asking at the gate.
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