Cheap flights from Australia to California from $595

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 27/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — LAX
22 1月 — 29 1月1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 12月 2025.

週一 22/1211:50BNE - LAX
1 stop18h 10mFiji Airways
週六 27/1222:35LAX - BNE
1 stop18h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/12$911
週一 22/1211:50BNE - LAX
1 stop18h 10mFiji Airways
週二 30/1222:35LAX - BNE
1 stop18h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/12$912
週三 24/1211:20BNE - LAX
1 stop18h 40mFiji Airways
週二 30/1222:35LAX - BNE
1 stop18h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 21/12$914
週三 24/1211:20BNE - LAX
1 stop18h 40mFiji Airways
週一 29/1222:35LAX - BNE
1 stop17h 45mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/12$973
週三 24/1211:20BNE - LAX
1 stop18h 40mFiji Airways
週一 26/122:35LAX - BNE
1 stop17h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/12$983
週三 24/1211:20BNE - LAX
1 stop18h 40mFiji Airways
週日 28/1222:35LAX - BNE
1 stop17h 45mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/12$1,052
週二 23/1211:40BNE - LAX
1 stop37h 51mUnited Airlines
週一 26/121:40LAX - BNE
1 stop39h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/12$1,069
週五 26/1213:55MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
週日 1/222:35LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 22/12$1,138
週五 26/1213:55MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
週五 30/122:35LAX - MEL
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/12$1,201
週五 26/1211:20BNE - SFO
1 stop19h 05mFiji Airways
週三 31/1222:05SFO - BNE
1 stop18h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 22/12$1,212
週三 31/1213:45MEL - SFO
1 stop17h 40mFiji Airways
週五 2/122:05SFO - MEL
1 stop29h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 22/12$1,221
週三 24/1213:45MEL - SFO
1 stop17h 40mFiji Airways
週五 2/122:05SFO - MEL
1 stop29h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/12$1,253

Find flight deals from Australia to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to California flight deals. Data was last updated 23 12月 2025.

Round-trip from

$914

One-way from

$595

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,603

Good round-trip deal

$1,039 or less

Good one-way deal

$643 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 29/1-10/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 10m total
  • Australia to California
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 27/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 44m total
  • Australia to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($176 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Australia to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Australia to California.

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

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Australia

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

週一 26/1

11:50-12:00

1 stop18h 10m

Los Angeles

週五 6/2

22:35-10:25

1 stop17h 50m

$921

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

週五 16/1

06:05-13:24

2 stops25h 19m

Los Angeles

週二 26/5

14:35-07:05

1 stop23h 30m

$1,031

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

週六 14/3

11:50-13:00

1 stop18h 10m

Los Angeles

週三 18/3

23:35-10:35

1 stop18h 00m

$1,045

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

週三 4/2

11:05-06:25

Nonstop13h 20m

Los Angeles

週三 11/2

23:45-08:20

Nonstop14h 35m

$1,060

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

週四 15/1

10:45-11:48

1 stop19h 03m

Los Angeles

週二 26/5

06:35-07:05

1 stop31h 30m

$1,064

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

週五 16/1

11:40-20:23

1 stop26h 43m

Los Angeles

週五 30/1

12:00-07:30

1 stop25h 30m

$1,066

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

週四 5/2

11:40-10:47

1 stop17h 07m

Los Angeles

週四 12/2

21:35-07:30

1 stop39h 55m

$1,069

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

週六 7/3

13:55-12:00

1 stop17h 05m

Los Angeles

週二 10/3

23:35-12:25

1 stop18h 50m

$1,073

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週二 3/2

06:00-12:00

1 stop25h 00m

Los Angeles

週二 10/2

22:35-12:35

1 stop19h 00m

$1,096

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週二 3/2

14:00-12:00

1 stop17h 00m

Los Angeles

週三 11/2

22:35-12:35

1 stop19h 00m

$1,096

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to California

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to California (average of $662). Flying from Australia to California in September is currently the most expensive (average of $902). 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 AU to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 12月 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Australia to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 6% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Australia to California. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to California flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Australia to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Australia to California. 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 23 12月 2025.

The most flights from AU0 to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated 23 12月 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Australia to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Australia to California Travel Guide

California is one of the most popular states in the USA, reeling in over 260 million visitors each year.

Most people head for the Pacific coast where curving highways sew together big cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco and Santa Monica. And the national parks are basically one big travel bucket list – from wild Yosemite National Park to the desert-dry Joshua Tree National Park.

But how to get there? Direct flights jet off from a couple of Australian cities. You’re looking at around 16 hours’ flight time.

Some of the shortest flights are the direct ones. So you could hop on a flight from Sydney to Los Angeles or San Francisco (around 15 hours long). Flight times are an hour or two longer from southerly cities like Melbourne (17 hours).

Perth is too far away for a direct flight, so you’ll have to book an indirect flight to California. These can last from 22 hours long.

Over in the USA, California is your oyster. Los Angeles International Airport and San Francisco International Airport are the two big-hitters. Or there’s always San Diego International Airport, John Wayne International Airport in Santa Ana, or Palm Springs Airport.

California isn’t nicknamed the Golden State for nothing. This south-west corner of the USA ticks off sandy beaches, heat-struck deserts, sulphuric national parks – plus some of the most famous cities on the planet.

Book direct flights from Australia to California, and you could land in Los Angeles or San Francisco. Other popular routes include San Diego, near the Mexican border, and Sacramento, the historic state capital.

Spectacular scenery is never far away from the cities. The coastal Big Sur highway is one of the world’s most dramatic drives, while the Sierra Nevada mountains serve up Lake Tahoe and grand Yosemite National Park.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Australia to California?

    It depends – where are you flying from and to?

  • Which airlines operate flights from Australia to California?

    Loads. You could fly with Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia and United Airlines – or combine a couple, if you don’t mind a stopover.

  • How frequent are flights between Australia and California?

    Thanks to the huge choice of routes, Australia to California flights jet off all day, every day.

  • Which airports serve Australia and California?

    Popular Australian airports include Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Melbourne (Tullamarine) Airport, Darwin International Airport, Brisbane Airport, Hobart Airport and Perth Airport. But you could also start from a smaller airport like Gold Coast Airport or Adelaide Airport.

  • Which direct flight route between Australia and California is cheapest?

    It’s often cheapest to fly from Sydney to Los Angeles, closely followed by San Francisco. Alternatively, hop on a direct flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles – the prices can dip nice and low.

  • How popular is this Australia to California flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Australia to California?

    For as low as $1,060, Fiji Airways can have you in California from Australia in 13h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11526 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 Australia to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $408 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Sichuan Airlines from $510 and Hawaiian Airlines from $562 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to California (average of $662). Flying from Australia to California in September is currently the most expensive (average of $902). 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 Australia to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia to California. 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 23 12月 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$674Average$1,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$716Average$1,653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$837Average$1,157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$940Average$1,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$956Average$1,413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air CanadaCheapest$961Average$1,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,004Average$1,600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,010Average$1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,026Average$1,596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,035Average$1,595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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