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Cheap flights from Australia to California from $608

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 14/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — LAX
7 7月 — 14 7月1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Australia to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to California flight deals. Data was last updated 2 7月 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,078

One-way from

$608

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,387

Good round-trip deal

$1,242 or less

Good one-way deal

$729 or less
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 14/8-21/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 40m total
  • Australia to California
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 14/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 50m total
  • Australia to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($308 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($79 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 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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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 2 7月 2025.

週四 14/813:15SYD - LAX
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
週四 21/823:05LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$1,078
週五 1/813:15SYD - LAX
1 stop16h 40mFiji Airways
週五 8/823:55LAX - SYD
1 stop29h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 30/6$1,081
週四 25/909:20SYD - LAX
1 stop25h 38mAir Canada
週四 23/1017:15LAX - SYD
1 stop21h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 30/6$1,107
週六 16/813:30MEL - LAX
1 stop16h 25mFiji Airways
週一 25/823:55LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 30/6$1,134
週四 21/811:50SYD - LAX
1 stop18h 30mAir New Zealand
週日 14/922:10LAX - SYD
1 stop19h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 30/6$1,143
週五 8/806:00MEL - LAX
2 stops27h 13mAir Canada
週日 17/817:15LAX - MEL
2 stops25h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 30/6$1,146
週四 14/811:40BNE - LAX
1 stop18h 15mFiji Airways
週四 21/823:55LAX - BNE
1 stop17h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 30/6$1,160
週四 21/809:10SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 50mQantas Airways
週日 14/923:05LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/6$1,166
週二 29/712:05MEL - LAX
1 stop18h 15mAir New Zealand
週二 9/922:10LAX - MEL
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 30/6$1,171
週三 30/713:50BNE - LAX
1 stop16h 30mAir New Zealand
週三 6/822:10LAX - BNE
1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 30/6$1,174
週五 1/809:30SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 40mUnited Airlines
週四 14/817:55LAX - SYD
1 stop20h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,174
週五 1/809:25SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 55mDelta
週四 14/822:35LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 1/7$1,186

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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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Depart

Return

Price

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週四 14/8

13:15-12:55

1 stop16h 40m

Los Angeles

週四 21/8

23:05-07:05

Nonstop15h 00m

$1,078

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週五 1/8

13:15-12:55

1 stop16h 40m

Los Angeles

週五 8/8

23:55-22:10

1 stop29h 15m

$1,081

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週四 25/9

09:20-17:58

1 stop25h 38m

Los Angeles

週四 23/10

17:15-08:20

1 stop21h 05m

$1,107

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

週六 16/8

13:30-12:55

1 stop16h 25m

Los Angeles

週一 25/8

23:55-12:25

1 stop19h 30m

$1,134

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週四 21/8

11:50-13:20

1 stop18h 30m

Los Angeles

週日 14/9

22:10-10:35

1 stop19h 25m

$1,143

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

週五 8/8

06:00-16:13

2 stops27h 13m

Los Angeles

週日 17/8

17:15-11:35

2 stops25h 20m

$1,146

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

週四 14/8

11:40-12:55

1 stop18h 15m

Los Angeles

週四 21/8

23:55-10:25

1 stop17h 30m

$1,160

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週四 21/8

09:10-06:00

Nonstop13h 50m

Los Angeles

週日 14/9

23:05-07:05

Nonstop15h 00m

$1,166

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

週二 29/7

12:05-13:20

1 stop18h 15m

Los Angeles

週二 9/9

22:10-10:50

1 stop19h 40m

$1,171

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週五 1/8

09:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

Los Angeles

週四 14/8

17:55-06:55

1 stop20h 00m

$1,174

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to California (average of $786). Flying from Australia to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,264). 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 2 7月 2025.

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 2 7月 2025.

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).

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 2 7月 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, EVA Air, andJapan Airlines 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.

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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?

  • 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 $608 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from $663 and Qantas Airways from $683 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to California (average of $786). Flying from Australia to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,264). 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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DeltaCheapest$680Average$1,435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$723Average$1,573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$842Average$1,459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air CanadaCheapest$866Average$1,577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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LufthansaCheapest$877Average$1,647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$1,054Average$1,658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,062Average$1,547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,080Average$1,929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,120Average$2,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,135Average$1,573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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