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$272+ Cheap flights from California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
LAX — SYD
7 Aug — 14 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Find flights departing from California that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 8 July 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 10/11

06:18-15:03

Nonstop5h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/11

18:53-09:36

1 stop17h 43m

$514

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Thu 10/9

11:35-20:25

Nonstop5h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 15/9

16:35-20:03

Nonstop6h 28m

$516
Fastest return journey

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 8/9

16:05-00:35

Nonstop5h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/9

20:50-00:26

Nonstop6h 36m

$516

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Fri 14/8

16:05-00:45

Nonstop5h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 20/8

20:55-00:36

Nonstop6h 41m

$517

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Mon 17/8

16:31-22:56

1 stop27h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 21/8

18:59-22:26

Nonstop6h 27m

$533

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Fri 4/9

07:08-22:59

1 stop12h 51m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/9

16:29-23:12

1 stop9h 43m

$559

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 4/11

22:35-12:25

1 stop18h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 8/11

13:55-12:00

1 stop17h 05m

$1,335

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 1/9

23:55-22:25

1 stop29h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 13/9

13:15-13:05

1 stop16h 50m

$1,335

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 1/9

20:21-06:55

1 stop17h 34m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 13/9

09:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,415

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 10/8

22:35-07:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

$1,418

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Travel insights for flights from California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California (average of $1,224). Flying from California in July will prove the most costly (average of $2,164). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from California?

When flying from California check dates and pricing for the following: Qantas Airways, Fiji Airways, United Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Sydney.

Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $972
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $138
Copa Airlines
Copa Airlines
From $474
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From $933

What is the cheapest place to fly to from California?

The cheapest city to fly to from California is Los Angeles Los Angeles, with prices starting at $8. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Los Angeles Los Angeles
Los Angeles Los Angeles
From $8
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
From $40
Denver Intl
Denver Intl
From $58
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
From $64

When is the best time to book a flight from California?

The best time to book flights from California is 38 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from California. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 8 July 2026.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from California?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from California is February. The most expensive month for flights is July. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from California?

    View the cheapest flight destinations from California:
    Fly from Los Angeles to Paris from $677 round trip
    Fly from Los Angeles to Sydney from $1,160 round trip
    Fly from Los Angeles to Brisbane from $1,160 round trip
    Fly from Los Angeles to Melbourne from $1,167 round trip

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