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Cheap flights from California to Australia from $620

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 28/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 12 December 2025.

Sun 28/1221:25LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 13/119:15SYD - LAX
1 stop30h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/12$1,206
Tue 30/1221:25LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 14/111:20SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/12$1,223
Sat 13/1220:50LAX - BNE
Nonstop14h 10mAmerican Airlines
Fri 26/1219:40BNE - LAX
Nonstop12h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,251
Sat 13/1220:50LAX - BNE
Nonstop14h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 30/1212:10BNE - LAX
Nonstop13h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,259
Sat 13/1220:50LAX - BNE
Nonstop14h 10mQantas Airways
Tue 13/118:30BNE - LAX
1 stop30h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/12$1,268
Mon 15/1220:50LAX - BNE
Nonstop14h 10mQantas Airways
Mon 12/118:30BNE - LAX
1 stop30h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/12$1,269
Tue 23/1222:50LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mQantas Airways
Thu 15/117:50SYD - LAX
1 stop32h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/12$1,274
Fri 12/1213:49LAX - BNE
1 stop22h 41mAmerican Airlines
Thu 18/1212:10BNE - LAX
Nonstop13h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,277
Wed 31/1222:50LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mQantas Airways
Sat 17/111:20SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/12$1,280
Mon 22/1223:45LAX - BNE
Nonstop14h 35mDelta
Fri 20/210:40BNE - LAX
Nonstop13h 25mDelta
Deal found 10/12$1,283
Wed 17/1221:25LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 13/119:15SYD - LAX
1 stop30h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/12$1,284
Mon 29/1222:55LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 13/111:20SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12$1,289

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 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,137

One-way from

$620

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,885

Good round-trip deal

$1,189 or less

Good one-way deal

$615 or less
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 31/1-14/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 45m total
  • California to Australia
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 28/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 04m total
  • California to Australia
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($59 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 12 December 2025.
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Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

Sun 8/2

22:35-10:25

1 stop17h 50m

Brisbane

Mon 16/3

11:50-13:00

1 stop18h 10m

$1,245

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sun 1/3

22:35-22:05

1 stop28h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 21/3

14:00-13:00

1 stop17h 00m

$1,263

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

Mon 9/3

23:35-07:20

Nonstop14h 45m

Brisbane

Wed 25/3

10:05-06:20

Nonstop13h 15m

$1,283

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

Mon 16/2

23:45-08:20

Nonstop14h 35m

Brisbane

Wed 25/3

10:05-06:20

Nonstop13h 15m

$1,283

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Wed 11/2

22:55-09:05

Nonstop15h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/3

11:20-06:00

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,289

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 11/5

22:40-06:35

Nonstop14h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 24/5

09:25-06:05

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,290

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sat 21/3

23:35-09:05

Nonstop15h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/4

10:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,293

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Thu 12/3

23:45-09:00

Nonstop15h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 21/3

17:45-13:30

Nonstop13h 45m

$1,295

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Thu 26/3

22:15-07:30

Nonstop15h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/4

09:25-06:05

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,295

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Wed 21/1

20:05-09:15

1 stop18h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

11:20-06:00

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,296

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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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Australia (average of $335). Flying from California to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,185). 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 12 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Australia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 15% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Australia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from California to Australia. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their California to Australia flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 12 December 2025.

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, 319 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 14h 45m. Fly via Fiji Airways, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between California and Australia is about 11526 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 Fiji Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $330. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Air Canada, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Australia (average of $335). Flying from California to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,185). 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 12 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$674Average$1,321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$857Average$1,943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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DeltaCheapest$900Average$1,535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,084Average$1,839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,180Average$1,960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,220Average$1,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,263Average$1,560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,309Average$1,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,320Average$1,545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,559Average$1,646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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