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Cheap flights from Australia to California from $468

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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — LAX
23 Oct — 30 Oct1
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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 18 October 2024.

Wed 6/1116:50MEL - LAX
1 stop25h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sat 16/1107:00LAX - MEL
1 stop38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$1,094
Thu 24/1021:40SYD - LAX
1 stop17h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 31/1007:00LAX - SYD
1 stop18h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 17/10$1,097
Thu 21/1117:25SYD - LAX
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/1207:00LAX - SYD
1 stop37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/10$1,104
Thu 31/1021:40SYD - ONT
1 stop17h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 14/1110:05ONT - SYD
1 stop38h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 17/10$1,124
Thu 21/1117:25SYD - SFO
1 stop25h 34mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/1209:55SFO - SYD
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/10$1,125
Sun 17/1114:00SYD - LAX
1 stop16h 50mFiji Airways
Thu 21/1122:45LAX - SYD
1 stop20h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 18/10$1,167
Wed 6/1116:50MEL - SFO
1 stop26h 09mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1109:39SFO - MEL
1 stop35h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10$1,230
Tue 19/1109:55SYD - LAX
1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand
Mon 25/1120:00LAX - SYD
1 stop19h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/10$1,239
Sun 17/1111:20BNE - LAX
1 stop18h 30mFiji Airways
Sat 23/1122:45LAX - BNE
1 stop17h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 17/10$1,261
Sun 17/1108:20BNE - LAX
1 stop18h 45mAir New Zealand
Sun 1/1219:05LAX - BNE
1 stop18h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/10$1,310
Fri 1/1121:40SYD - SFO
1 stop18h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 5/1110:00SFO - SYD
2 stops38h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 16/10$1,315
Wed 27/1112:05MEL - LAX
1 stop18h 10mAir New Zealand
Thu 1/522:10LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/10$1,330

Find flights from Australia to California within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to California 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 731,233 searches. Data last updated 18 October 2024.

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MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 29/1

2 stops22h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 18/2

1 stop28h 20m

$831

Sydney Kingsford SmithLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/1

1 stop18h 30m

Los Angeles

Fri 31/1

1 stop17h 45m

$1,107

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sat 1/2

1 stop17h 05m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/2

1 stop29h 20m

$1,174

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 3/2

1 stop21h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 18/2

1 stop20h 45m

$1,194

Sydney Kingsford SmithSan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/3

2 stops25h 11m

San Francisco

Tue 25/3

2 stops29h 55m

$1,275

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 7/3

1 stop27h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 16/3

1 stop39h 35m

$1,407

Sydney Kingsford SmithLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/1

Nonstop13h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/2

1 stop18h 55m

$1,421

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 7/11

1 stop41h 00m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/12

1 stop46h 15m

$1,494

Sydney Kingsford SmithSan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 27/2

1 stop31h 40m

San Francisco

Fri 14/3

1 stop40h 40m

$1,558

Sydney Kingsford SmithSan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/3

Nonstop13h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 25/3

1 stop18h 39m

$1,563

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

Sat 2/11

1 stop26h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/12

1 stop39h 40m

$1,579

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sun 26/1

1 stop41h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 20/2

1 stop46h 45m

$1,582

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to California

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Travel insights for flights from Australia to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Australia to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to California (average of $795). Flying from Australia to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,142). 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 18 October 2024.

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

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 18 October 2024.

The most flights from AU0 to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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 18 October 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Australia to California, see what other customers have to say about Hawaiian Airlines, Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Korean Air
8.5
Very Good
1,046 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,349 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

ANA
8.4
Very Good
826 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,455 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

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?

    Within the past month, 19,463 users have taken a look at flights from Australia to California.

  • 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 $731 on Hawaiian Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Sichuan Airlines from $786 and Air Canada from $841 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to California (average of $795). Flying from Australia to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,142). 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 731,233 searches. Data last updated 18 October 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$910Average$1,785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$941Average$1,601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$945Average$1,519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,000Average$1,641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,012Average$1,554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$1,035Average$1,777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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DeltaCheapest$1,065Average$1,761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest$1,104Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,164Average$1,858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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