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Cheap flights from California to Australia from $602

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 2/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from California to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,294

One-way from

$602

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,464

Good round-trip deal

$1,349 or less

Good one-way deal

$770 or less
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 2/8-15/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 26m total
  • California to Australia
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 2/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 20m total
  • California to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($369 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($79 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 13 June 2025.

Sat 2/822:55LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mAmerican Airlines
Fri 15/811:00SYD - LAX
2 stops24h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,294
Tue 12/818:50LAX - SYD
2 stops31h 25mANA
Sat 23/811:50SYD - LAX
1 stop24h 20mANA
Deal found 12/6$1,296
Wed 11/622:50LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 17/609:30SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/6$1,313
Sun 3/811:38SJC - SYD
1 stop26h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sun 17/812:10SYD - SJC
1 stop25h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6$1,313
Mon 30/622:30LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 05mDelta
Wed 9/709:25SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 55mDelta
Deal found 9/6$1,314
Sun 24/817:44SJC - SYD
1 stop19h 51mDelta
Wed 3/909:25SYD - SJC
1 stop26h 48mDelta
Deal found 10/6$1,336
Thu 14/822:55SFO - MEL
1 stop20h 05mFiji Airways
Sun 7/913:20MEL - SFO
1 stop17h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,339
Sun 24/806:00OAK - SYD
2 stops31h 35mDelta
Mon 8/909:25SYD - OAK
2 stops23h 51mDelta
Deal found 10/6$1,343
Sun 27/722:10LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 10/808:35MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/6$1,343
Sat 18/1023:55LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 05mFiji Airways
Tue 11/1114:15MEL - LAX
1 stop16h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,346
Thu 28/823:55LAX - SYD
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/916:20SYD - LAX
2 stops22h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,357
Fri 29/812:50LAX - SYD
1 stop26h 10mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 3/910:10SYD - LAX
1 stop27h 30mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,366

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 13 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Australia that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Australia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sat 2/8

23:54-08:40

2 stops39h 46m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/8

17:45-14:25

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,294

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 12/8

18:50-19:15

2 stops31h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 23/8

11:50-19:10

1 stop24h 20m

$1,296

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 24/6

22:50-07:00

Nonstop15h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/7

09:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,313

San JoseSydney

SJC - SYD

SJCSYD

San Jose

Sun 3/8

11:38-06:55

1 stop26h 17m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/8

12:10-21:06

1 stop25h 56m

$1,313

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 30/6

22:30-06:35

Nonstop15h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/8

09:25-06:20

Nonstop13h 55m

$1,314

San JoseSydney

SJC - SYD

SJCSYD

San Jose

Sun 24/8

17:44-06:35

1 stop19h 51m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/9

09:25-19:13

1 stop26h 48m

$1,336

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Thu 14/8

22:55-12:00

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 7/9

13:20-13:50

1 stop17h 30m

$1,339

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 27/7

22:10-10:50

1 stop19h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

08:35-09:00

1 stop17h 25m

$1,343

OaklandSydney

OAK - SYD

OAKSYD

Oakland

Sun 24/8

06:00-06:35

2 stops31h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/9

09:25-16:16

2 stops23h 51m

$1,343

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sat 18/10

23:55-13:00

1 stop19h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 11/11

14:15-11:50

1 stop16h 35m

$1,346

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Australia (average of $129). Flying from California to Australia in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 13 June 2025.

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 13 June 2025.

The most flights from USCA to AU0 are scheduled on a Monday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

Rainfall in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Australia. Reviews last updated 13 June 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Australia, see what other customers have to say about Air Tahiti Nui, EVA Air and Korean Air. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
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Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,204 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,091 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,490 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
738 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

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, 435 users have taken a look at flights from California to Australia.

  • 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 $602. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Australia (average of $129). Flying from California to Australia in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 13 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$689Average$1,387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$876Average$1,675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,094Average$1,869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$1,178Average$1,638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,216Average$1,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,310Average$1,532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,313Average$1,982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,354Average$2,011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,435Average$1,862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,498Average$1,711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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