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Cheap flights from California to Australia from $616

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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,193

One-way from

$616

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,452

Good round-trip deal

$1,260 or less

Good one-way deal

$738 or less
30/8-5/9
  • 30/8-5/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 50m total
  • California to Australia
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 9/8
  • Nonstop
  • 15h 00m total
  • California to Australia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($363 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($77 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Australia.
Price to beat on a one-way flight 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 July 2025.

Sat 30/817:41LAX - SYD
1 stop27h 59mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/916:20SYD - LAX
2 stops20h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,193
Tue 12/817:15LAX - SYD
1 stop21h 05mAir Canada
Tue 11/1111:20SYD - LAX
1 stop21h 04mAir Canada
Deal found 3/7$1,199
Mon 11/801:20LAX - SYD
1 stop24h 55mANA
Sun 24/811:50SYD - LAX
1 stop24h 20mANA
Deal found 1/7$1,217
Sat 8/1122:45LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 15mQantas Airways
Sat 22/1117:45SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/7$1,222
Thu 3/722:40LAX - SYD
Nonstop14h 55mDelta
Thu 14/809:25SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 55mDelta
Deal found 2/7$1,243
Tue 5/823:55LAX - SYD
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Fri 15/813:15SYD - LAX
1 stop16h 40mFiji Airways
Deal found 1/7$1,248
Sat 5/713:08SJC - SYD
2 stops25h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sat 23/812:10SYD - SJC
2 stops23h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,269
Tue 12/806:10ONT - SYD
1 stop31h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 27/812:10SYD - ONT
1 stop20h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,281
Thu 31/718:53SNA - SYD
2 stops45h 02mAmerican Airlines
Wed 13/812:10SYD - SNA
1 stop24h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,295
Tue 14/1023:55LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 05mFiji Airways
Tue 11/1114:15MEL - LAX
1 stop16h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 2/7$1,305
Mon 20/1023:55LAX - BNE
1 stop17h 40mFiji Airways
Sun 2/1111:20BNE - LAX
1 stop18h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 30/6$1,310
Tue 9/1218:42ONT - SYD
1 stop19h 33mUnited Airlines
Thu 25/1212:10SYD - ONT
1 stop16h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,324

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

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Australia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sat 30/8

17:41-14:40

1 stop27h 59m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/9

16:20-20:11

2 stops20h 51m

$1,193

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 12/8

17:15-07:20

1 stop21h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/11

11:20-13:24

1 stop21h 04m

$1,199

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 11/8

01:20-19:15

1 stop24h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 24/8

11:50-19:10

1 stop24h 20m

$1,217

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sat 8/11

22:45-09:00

Nonstop15h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/11

17:45-12:30

Nonstop13h 45m

$1,222

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Wed 3/9

22:40-06:35

Nonstop14h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 21/9

09:25-06:20

Nonstop13h 55m

$1,243

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 5/8

23:55-11:45

1 stop18h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 20/8

13:15-12:55

1 stop16h 40m

$1,248

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 25/8

23:55-12:25

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 7/9

23:35-12:55

1 stop30h 20m

$1,278

San JoseSydney

SJC - SYD

SJCSYD

San Jose

Sun 3/8

13:07-06:55

1 stop24h 48m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/8

12:10-16:41

1 stop21h 31m

$1,281

OntarioSydney

ONT - SYD

ONTSYD

Ontario

Tue 12/8

06:10-06:55

1 stop31h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/8

12:10-16:06

1 stop20h 56m

$1,281

Santa AnaSydney

SNA - SYD

SNASYD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 31/7

18:53-08:55

2 stops45h 02m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/8

12:10-19:57

1 stop24h 47m

$1,295

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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 4 July 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 4 July 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).

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 4 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA, Korean Air, andJapan Airlines from California to Australia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SEA - HND

The flight with ANA was fantastic. Huge plane but was boarded swiftly and efficiently with a lot of crew members engaged to expedite the process. The onboard crew was polite and considerate and constantly doing things to serve passengers. The plane was new and in great working order-- definitely more spacious than the Alaska plane we took from SLC. Food was solid, not great. Lots of movie options.
8.4
Very Good

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SEA - HND

The flight with ANA was fantastic. Huge plane but was boarded swiftly and efficiently with a lot of crew members engaged to expedite the process. The onboard crew was polite and considerate and constantly doing things to serve passengers. The plane was new and in great working order-- definitely more spacious than the Alaska plane we took from SLC. Food was solid, not great. Lots of movie options.

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SEA - HND

The flight with ANA was fantastic. Huge plane but was boarded swiftly and efficiently with a lot of crew members engaged to expedite the process. The onboard crew was polite and considerate and constantly doing things to serve passengers. The plane was new and in great working order-- definitely more spacious than the Alaska plane we took from SLC. Food was solid, not great. Lots of movie options.

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SEA - HND

The flight with ANA was fantastic. Huge plane but was boarded swiftly and efficiently with a lot of crew members engaged to expedite the process. The onboard crew was polite and considerate and constantly doing things to serve passengers. The plane was new and in great working order-- definitely more spacious than the Alaska plane we took from SLC. Food was solid, not great. Lots of movie options.

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SEA - HND

The flight with ANA was fantastic. Huge plane but was boarded swiftly and efficiently with a lot of crew members engaged to expedite the process. The onboard crew was polite and considerate and constantly doing things to serve passengers. The plane was new and in great working order-- definitely more spacious than the Alaska plane we took from SLC. Food was solid, not great. Lots of movie options.

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SEA - HND

The flight with ANA was fantastic. Huge plane but was boarded swiftly and efficiently with a lot of crew members engaged to expedite the process. The onboard crew was polite and considerate and constantly doing things to serve passengers. The plane was new and in great working order-- definitely more spacious than the Alaska plane we took from SLC. Food was solid, not great. Lots of movie options.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this California to Australia flight route?

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $616. However, be on the lookout for offers from ANA 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?

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    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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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$683Average$1,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$868Average$1,661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,085Average$1,829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,205Average$1,541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,279Average$1,515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,299Average$1,957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,301Average$1,769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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DeltaCheapest$1,309Average$1,606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,425Average$1,817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,484Average$1,721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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