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Cheap flights from California to Australia from $633

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 29/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
4 Jul — 11 Jul1
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 June 2026.

Thu 3/1223:50
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop22h 50m
Qantas Airways
Fri 18/1211:15
SYD
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 3/6$1,139
Mon 22/623:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Fri 26/613:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 31/5$1,149
Sun 21/623:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Mon 6/713:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/6$1,152
Tue 30/623:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Sun 5/714:10
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop15h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 3/6$1,153
Wed 17/623:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Sun 21/606:00
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop24h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/6$1,156
Wed 1/723:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Sun 5/714:10
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop15h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/6$1,159
Sun 14/623:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Wed 1/713:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 2/6$1,166
Sun 1/1122:35
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sun 15/1113:55
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop17h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/6$1,253
Fri 18/923:25
SFO
-
MEL
1 stop19h 35m
Fiji Airways
Sun 27/913:30
MEL
-
SFO
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 31/5$1,257
Sat 13/623:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sun 28/613:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 3/6$1,270
Sun 14/623:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Fiji Airways
Wed 1/713:25
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 3/6$1,274
Wed 24/623:55
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop29h 40m
Fiji Airways
Mon 6/713:30
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 3/6$1,277

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 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,149

One-way from

$633

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,343

Good round-trip deal

$974 or less

Good one-way deal

$767 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 22/6-26/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 45m total
  • California to Australia
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ANA
  • ANA
  • 29/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 40m total
  • California to Australia
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($50 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 June 2026.
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Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 28/7

22:45-07:00

Nonstop15h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/8

09:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,375

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 4/11

22:35-09:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 15/11

11:30-06:55

Nonstop14h 25m

$1,385

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 17/11

22:45-09:50

Nonstop16h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 8/12

12:00-07:45

Nonstop14h 45m

$1,393

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 9/9

23:00-07:50

Nonstop15h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

10:00-07:39

Nonstop14h 39m

$1,394

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 3/11

17:27-10:00

1 stop21h 33m

Melbourne

Tue 10/11

13:00-20:23

1 stop26h 23m

$1,404

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Thu 30/7

13:25-08:15

1 stop25h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 16/8

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

$1,418

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Thu 26/11

17:27-10:00

1 stop21h 33m

Melbourne

Tue 15/12

11:30-06:55

Nonstop14h 25m

$1,425

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 2/11

17:27-10:00

1 stop21h 33m

Melbourne

Mon 16/11

08:40-10:10

2 stops20h 30m

$1,428

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 2/11

22:45-09:50

Nonstop16h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 14/11

12:00-07:45

Nonstop14h 45m

$1,429

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sat 31/10

22:45-08:50

Nonstop16h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

12:00-07:45

Nonstop14h 45m

$1,429

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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 $1,190). Flying from California to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,986). 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 June 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 June 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).

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.

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, 224 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 Alaska Airlines 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 $389. However, be on the lookout for offers from Fiji Airways and Qantas Airways, 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 $1,190). Flying from California to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,986). 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 8 airlines flying from California to Australia

Discover the top 8 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 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$711Average$1,859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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DeltaCheapest$840Average$1,529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$908Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$974Average$1,415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,007Average$1,772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,160Average$1,741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,221Average$1,373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,455Average$1,525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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