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Cheap flights from California to Australia from $608

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 22/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
25 jan. — 1 feb.1
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 26 december 2025.

søn. 28/1222:50LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mQantas Airways
tir. 13/117:45SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/12$1,181
man. 29/1222:50LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mQantas Airways
ons. 14/111:20SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/12$1,211
fre. 26/1222:50LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mQantas Airways
tir. 13/117:45SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/12$1,212
lør. 27/1222:50LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mQantas Airways
tir. 30/1217:45SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/12$1,224
ons. 31/1222:50LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mQantas Airways
ons. 21/117:50SYD - LAX
1 stop32h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/12$1,228
ons. 31/1222:50LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mQantas Airways
lør. 17/117:50SYD - LAX
1 stop32h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/12$1,231
fre. 26/1222:50LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mQantas Airways
søn. 25/119:15SYD - LAX
1 stop30h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/12$1,237
man. 29/1220:50LAX - BNE
Nonstop14h 10mAmerican Airlines
man. 12/119:40BNE - LAX
Nonstop12h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 26/12$1,240
ons. 31/1222:50LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mQantas Airways
ons. 14/117:45SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/12$1,240
man. 29/1212:50LAX - SYD
1 stop25h 45mAir Canada
tir. 27/111:20SYD - LAX
1 stop21h 04mAir Canada
Deal found 24/12$1,245
man. 29/1223:45LAX - BNE
Nonstop14h 35mDelta
fre. 9/110:40BNE - LAX
Nonstop13h 25mDelta
Deal found 26/12$1,275
man. 29/1212:08LAX - BNE
1 stop25h 22mUnited Airlines
tir. 13/111:40BNE - LAX
1 stop17h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/12$1,282

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 26 december 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,038

One-way from

$608

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,856

Good round-trip deal

$1,180 or less

Good one-way deal

$621 or less
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 24/1-31/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 15m total
  • California to Australia
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 22/2
  • Nonstop
  • 15h 10m total
  • California to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($274 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($57 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 26 december 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Australia that are best for you.

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Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

tor. 12/2

23:50-07:30

1 stop37h 40m

Brisbane

fre. 27/2

19:40-14:30

Nonstop12h 50m

$1,137

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

lør. 28/2

22:35-10:35

1 stop18h 00m

Brisbane

man. 9/3

11:50-13:00

1 stop18h 10m

$1,236

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

fre. 27/2

22:35-10:25

1 stop17h 50m

Brisbane

søn. 8/3

11:25-12:00

1 stop18h 35m

$1,236

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

tir. 24/2

22:35-10:35

1 stop18h 00m

Brisbane

søn. 8/3

11:25-12:00

1 stop18h 35m

$1,236

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

tir. 24/2

22:35-10:35

1 stop18h 00m

Brisbane

man. 9/3

11:50-13:00

1 stop18h 10m

$1,236

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

søn. 1/3

22:35-10:25

1 stop17h 50m

Brisbane

fre. 13/3

11:25-13:00

1 stop18h 35m

$1,236

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

lør. 28/2

22:35-10:35

1 stop18h 00m

Brisbane

ons. 11/3

11:25-13:00

1 stop18h 35m

$1,236

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

søn. 15/3

21:50-05:00

Nonstop14h 10m

Brisbane

søn. 10/5

20:35-16:30

Nonstop12h 55m

$1,240

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

ons. 25/2

23:45-08:20

Nonstop14h 35m

Brisbane

søn. 8/3

10:40-06:05

Nonstop13h 25m

$1,272

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

fre. 27/2

23:45-08:20

Nonstop14h 35m

Brisbane

fre. 13/3

09:40-06:05

Nonstop13h 25m

$1,275

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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 $332). Flying from California to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,181). 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 26 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.

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 26 december 2025.

The most flights from USCA to AU0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (23 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, 327 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. Fly via Qantas Airways, Fiji Airways, or Delta 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 Fiji Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $328. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Australia (average of $332). Flying from California to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,181). 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 26 december 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$669Average$1,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$851Average$1,911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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DeltaCheapest$893Average$1,524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,172Average$1,914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,172Average$1,432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,208Average$1,797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,264Average$1,521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,299Average$1,431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,310Average$1,534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,548Average$1,622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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