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Cheap flights from the United States to Australia from $487

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 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
18 Apr — 25 Apr1
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 19 March 2026.

Tue 21/423:55
LAX
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BNE
1 stop17h 45m
Fiji Airways
Tue 5/511:35
BNE
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LAX
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 17/3$929
Sun 30/823:55
LAX
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BNE
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Wed 30/911:35
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 17/3$933
Tue 5/523:55
LAX
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BNE
1 stop17h 45m
Fiji Airways
Wed 13/511:35
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 16/3$935
Fri 8/523:55
LAX
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BNE
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Fri 15/511:35
BNE
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LAX
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 17/3$943
Sun 2/823:55
LAX
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BNE
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Tue 18/811:35
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 17/3$944
Mon 28/923:55
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Mon 5/1011:55
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 15/3$946
Wed 22/423:55
LAX
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BNE
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Wed 29/411:35
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 16/3$949
Tue 5/523:55
LAX
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BNE
1 stop17h 45m
Fiji Airways
Tue 12/511:35
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 16/3$950
Sat 9/523:55
LAX
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BNE
1 stop17h 45m
Fiji Airways
Fri 22/511:35
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 17/3$960
Thu 7/523:55
LAX
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BNE
1 stop29h 55m
Fiji Airways
Wed 20/511:35
BNE
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LAX
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 17/3$964
Sun 3/523:55
LAX
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BNE
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Thu 28/511:55
BNE
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LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 15/3$967
Tue 21/423:55
LAX
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SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Tue 28/413:15
SYD
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LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 17/3$995

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 19 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$929

One-way from

$487

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,769

Good round-trip deal

$1,168 or less

Good one-way deal

$670 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 21/4-5/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 15m total
  • USA to Australia
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 26/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 45m total
  • USA to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($309 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($101 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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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 19 March 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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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 18/8

23:55-12:00

1 stop19h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 3/9

13:30-13:05

1 stop16h 35m

$1,189

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 9/8

18:45-06:55

1 stop19h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/8

09:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,255

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Wed 6/5

22:35-11:50

1 stop20h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/5

13:15-13:55

1 stop17h 40m

$1,266

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 23/5

21:34-06:55

1 stop40h 21m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 31/5

09:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,272

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 29/7

20:10-06:55

1 stop17h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/8

10:20-10:35

1 stop17h 15m

$1,337

OntarioSydney

ONT - SYD

ONTSYD

Ontario

Sun 10/5

18:59-06:55

1 stop18h 56m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

10:20-12:22

1 stop19h 02m

$1,410

OntarioSydney

ONT - SYD

ONTSYD

Ontario

Mon 8/6

13:18-06:55

2 stops24h 37m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/6

10:20-12:12

1 stop18h 52m

$1,417

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 31/7

20:10-06:55

1 stop17h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/8

09:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,465

OntarioSydney

ONT - SYD

ONTSYD

Ontario

Wed 6/5

18:59-06:55

1 stop18h 56m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/5

10:20-09:41

1 stop16h 21m

$1,481

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 1/8

06:00-06:55

1 stop31h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/8

10:20-18:04

1 stop24h 44m

$1,488

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Australia

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Australia (average of $234). Flying from USA to Australia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $875). 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 19 March 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 19 March 2026.

The most flights from US0 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).

How often are flights from the United States to Australia delayed?

About 21% 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 17% 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 19 March 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.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
233 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
233 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
233 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,006 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
233 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,439 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
233 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,473 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
233 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,815 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
233 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA 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 USA to Australia flight route?

    The United States to Australia flight path was viewed by 263 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Australia?

    A quick flight from USA to Australia can take about 19h 05m. Fiji Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,189. USA and Australia are separated by a distance of 12749 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?

    $207 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Fiji Airways and United Airlines, with prices starting from $310 and $391, 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Australia (average of $234). Flying from USA to Australia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $875). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$550Average$1,429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$639Average$1,816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$667Average$1,880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$717Average$1,872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,030Average$2,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,110Average$1,539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,187Average$1,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,230Average$1,347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,241Average$1,452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,466Average$1,536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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