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Cheap flights from California to Australia from $516

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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
3 Jun — 10 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from California to Australia

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Cheapest flights from California to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 May 2026.

Sun 3/523:55
LAX
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SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Mon 18/513:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,060
Sun 3/523:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Sun 17/513:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,062
Mon 3/823:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Thu 13/813:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,066
Wed 21/1023:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Sat 31/1014:00
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop17h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,076
Wed 26/823:10
LAX
-
SYD
Nonstop14h 55m
Qantas Airways
Wed 2/919:25
SYD
-
LAX
2 stops28h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,080
Wed 5/823:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Wed 12/813:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,088
Mon 24/823:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Sun 6/913:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,092
Tue 1/923:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Sat 5/913:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/5$1,095
Tue 5/523:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Tue 19/513:25
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,173
Wed 20/523:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Wed 27/513:25
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,174
Wed 13/523:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Thu 21/513:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,190
Sat 24/1023:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Sat 14/1113:55
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop17h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/5$1,206

Find flight deals from California to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 4 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,062

One-way from

$516

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,323

Good round-trip deal

$1,421 or less

Good one-way deal

$853 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 9/8-6/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 05m total
  • California to Australia
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 10/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 55m total
  • California to Australia
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from California to Australia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 15/5

22:35-07:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 22/5

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

$1,430

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 18/5

22:35-06:50

Nonstop15h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/6

09:15-06:05

Nonstop13h 50m

$1,441

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 18/5

22:35-07:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

10:55-11:57

1 stop18h 02m

$1,444

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 26/5

17:10-08:15

1 stop22h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

10:55-11:57

1 stop18h 02m

$1,450

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 21/5

18:45-08:15

1 stop20h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

10:55-17:51

1 stop23h 56m

$1,450

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 14/5

17:27-08:15

1 stop21h 48m

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

10:55-20:29

1 stop26h 34m

$1,451

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 21/8

22:35-07:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

10:55-20:27

1 stop26h 32m

$1,458

San FranciscoBrisbane

SFO - BNE

SFOBNE

San Francisco

Sat 8/8

22:35-10:40

1 stop19h 05m

Brisbane

Wed 12/8

11:35-13:40

1 stop19h 05m

$1,473

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 31/5

22:45-10:35

1 stop18h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 8/8

10:55-11:57

1 stop18h 02m

$1,485

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 5/8

18:45-11:20

2 stops23h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 20/8

07:15-10:35

2 stops20h 20m

$1,514

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Best time to book a flight from California to Australia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Australia

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Australia?

The best time to book flights from California to Australia 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.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Australia (average of $1,224). Flying from California to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,860). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 May 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Australia as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Australia

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Australia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 4 May 2026.

The most flights from USCA to AU0 are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Australia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this California to Australia flight route?

    Within the past month, 242 users have taken a look at flights from California to Australia.

  • How long is the flight from California to Australia?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Australia in 15h 15m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or Fiji Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between California and Australia is about 12052 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Australia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $386. However, be on the lookout for offers from Fiji Airways and Philippine Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Australia for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Australia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Australia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Australia (average of $1,224). Flying from California to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,860). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from California to Australia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Australia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$706Average$1,846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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DeltaCheapest$834Average$1,433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$901Average$1,242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,015Average$1,734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,094Average$1,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,152Average$1,731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,170Average$1,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,213Average$1,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,445Average$1,514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,449Average$1,616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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