Cheap flights from the United States to Australia from $518

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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
30 Μαϊ — 6 Ιουν1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from USA to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 Απριλίου 2026.

Τετ 13/523:55
LAX
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SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Δευ 25/506:00
SYD
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LAX
1 stop24h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 27/4$1,057
Κυρ 1/1122:35
LAX
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SYD
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Κυρ 15/1106:00
SYD
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LAX
1 stop25h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 27/4$1,059
Κυρ 3/523:55
LAX
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SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Κυρ 17/513:15
SYD
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LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 27/4$1,060
Σαβ 9/523:55
LAX
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SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Πεμ 21/513:15
SYD
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1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 28/4$1,064
Δευ 11/523:55
LAX
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SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Παρ 5/606:00
SYD
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1 stop24h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,066
Δευ 3/823:55
LAX
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1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Πεμ 13/813:15
SYD
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LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,070
Παρ 14/823:55
LAX
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SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Δευ 31/813:15
SYD
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LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,074
Τρι 25/823:55
LAX
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1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Δευ 7/913:15
SYD
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1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,077
Πεμ 14/523:55
LAX
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SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Δευ 18/513:15
SYD
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LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 28/4$1,078
Σαβ 8/823:55
LAX
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1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Τετ 26/806:00
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1 stop24h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,080
Τρι 1/922:45
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Fiji Airways
Τρι 15/913:15
SYD
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1 stop18h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 27/4$1,118
Πεμ 14/522:45
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Fiji Airways
Πεμ 21/513:15
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Fiji Airways
Deal found 28/4$1,119

Find flight deals from USA to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 30 Απριλίου 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,057

One-way from

$518

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,694

Good round-trip deal

$790 or less

Good one-way deal

$855 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 13/5-25/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 00m total
  • USA to Australia
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 4/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 55m total
  • USA to Australia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($362 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($109 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from USA to Australia.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from USA to Australia.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from USA 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 30 Απριλίου 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Australia that are best for you.

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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Τρι 4/8

23:55-12:00

1 stop19h 05m

Melbourne

Παρ 4/9

13:30-13:05

1 stop16h 35m

$1,375

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Τετ 13/5

22:35-07:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Παρ 5/6

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

$1,436

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Τρι 12/5

20:15-08:15

1 stop19h 00m

Melbourne

Παρ 29/5

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

$1,442

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Κυρ 17/5

20:15-08:15

1 stop19h 00m

Melbourne

Κυρ 24/5

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

$1,443

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Τετ 13/5

20:15-08:15

1 stop19h 00m

Melbourne

Παρ 22/5

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

$1,443

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Τετ 13/5

17:27-08:15

1 stop21h 48m

Melbourne

Κυρ 2/8

10:55-13:55

1 stop20h 00m

$1,444

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Τετ 13/5

22:45-07:50

Nonstop16h 05m

Melbourne

Κυρ 2/8

10:00-07:40

Nonstop14h 40m

$1,446

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Τετ 5/8

22:35-07:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Πεμ 20/8

10:55-14:04

1 stop20h 09m

$1,450

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Τετ 13/5

19:04-08:15

1 stop20h 11m

Melbourne

Τετ 20/5

10:55-11:42

1 stop17h 47m

$1,457

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Τετ 13/5

22:35-07:30

Nonstop15h 55m

Melbourne

Σαβ 6/6

10:55-07:39

1 stop37h 44m

$1,458

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Australia

How far ahead should I book a flight from USA to Australia?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from USA to Australia, you should look to book at least 31 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Australia (average of $1,558). Flying from USA to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,217). 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 US to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 30 Απριλίου 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from USA to Australia as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from USA to Australia

Explore weekly flight availability from USA 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 30 Απριλίου 2026.

The most flights from US0 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 often are flights from the United States to Australia delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between United States and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 139 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Australia flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Australia flights?

Over the past year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% of flights being delayed.

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 30 Απριλίου 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from the United States to Australia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this USA to Australia flight route?

  • How long is the flight from USA to Australia?

    A quick flight from USA to Australia can take about 15h 05m. Fiji Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,599. USA and Australia are separated by a distance of 12052 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $175 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Jetstar and Fiji Airways, with prices starting from $196 and $342, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from USA to Australia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on USA to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from USA to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from USA to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from USA to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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 USA to Australia?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Australia (average of $1,558). Flying from USA to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,217). 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 USA to Australia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 30 Απριλίου 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$584Average$1,837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$604Average$1,563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$709Average$1,853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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DeltaCheapest$837Average$1,899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$908Average$1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,019Average$2,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,174Average$1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,217Average$1,333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,450Average$1,520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,455Average$1,622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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