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Cheap flights from Darwin to California from $962

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 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DRW — LAX
17 Aug — 24 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Darwin to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Darwin to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 July 2026.

Mon 10/801:15
DRW
-
LAX
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 17/822:55
LAX
-
DRW
1 stop33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7$1,644
Mon 31/801:35
DRW
-
LAX
1 stop29h 25m
Qantas Airways
Tue 8/921:30
LAX
-
DRW
1 stop21h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 17/7$1,676
Tue 1/914:35
DRW
-
LAX
2 stops32h 40m
Virgin Australia
Tue 8/916:10
LAX
-
DRW
2 stops30h 20m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 17/7$1,681
Tue 11/801:50
DRW
-
LAX
1 stop21h 45m
Qantas Airways
Sat 22/821:30
LAX
-
DRW
1 stop21h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 14/7$1,703
Tue 11/815:45
DRW
-
LAX
1 stop31h 30m
Virgin Australia
Mon 17/813:25
LAX
-
DRW
2 stops31h 50m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 14/7$1,730
Wed 12/814:35
DRW
-
LAX
2 stops32h 05m
Virgin Australia
Sat 22/818:45
LAX
-
DRW
2 stops27h 45m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 14/7$1,733
Tue 11/801:35
DRW
-
LAX
2 stops33h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 22/821:50
LAX
-
DRW
1 stop26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7$1,757
Sun 30/812:45
DRW
-
LAX
1 stop20h 50m
Qantas Airways
Sun 6/921:30
LAX
-
DRW
1 stop21h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 16/7$1,762
Mon 31/801:35
DRW
-
LAX
1 stop29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/917:54
LAX
-
DRW
2 stops25h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$1,797
Sun 30/813:05
DRW
-
SFO
2 stops35h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/919:50
SFO
-
DRW
2 stops47h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$1,931
Tue 1/915:45
DRW
-
SFO
2 stops33h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 8/911:45
SFO
-
DRW
1 stop34h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 17/7$2,118
Mon 31/801:10
DRW
-
SFO
2 stops28h 15m
Air New Zealand
Tue 8/922:05
SFO
-
DRW
2 stops34h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 17/7$2,130

Find flight deals from Darwin to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Darwin to California flight deals. Data was last updated 18 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,644

One-way from

$962

Popular in

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

$2,272
10/8-17/8
  • 10/8-17/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 25m total
  • Darwin to California
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 11/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 30m total
  • Darwin to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($999 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 10% potential price decrease ($288 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Mon 10/8

01:15-06:05

1 stop21h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 17/8

22:55-00:30

1 stop33h 05m

$1,653
Fastest return journey

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Mon 31/8

01:35-14:30

1 stop29h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 8/9

21:30-11:55

1 stop21h 55m

$1,676

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Tue 11/8

15:45-06:45

1 stop31h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 17/8

13:25-13:45

2 stops31h 50m

$1,730

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Mon 31/8

01:35-14:30

1 stop29h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 8/9

17:54-12:10

2 stops25h 46m

$1,797

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Sat 29/8

01:35-21:22

2 stops36h 17m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 6/9

18:10-12:10

2 stops49h 30m

$1,849

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Mon 10/8

01:10-14:30

2 stops29h 50m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 17/8

22:55-00:10

2 stops32h 45m

$1,863

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

Tue 1/9

15:45-08:40

2 stops33h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 8/9

11:45-14:55

1 stop34h 40m

$2,118

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

Mon 31/8

01:10-12:55

2 stops28h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 8/9

22:05-00:35

2 stops34h 00m

$2,130

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Fri 28/8

13:05-21:22

2 stops24h 47m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 4/9

08:15-12:10

2 stops35h 25m

$2,462

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

Sat 29/8

01:35-12:55

2 stops27h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 6/9

16:25-00:35

3 stops39h 40m

$2,525

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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 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways from Darwin to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,573 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,573 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,573 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,062 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,573 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Darwin to California?

    For a flight from Darwin to California, you will be flying from Darwin. Darwin (DRW) is just 6.4 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Darwin to California?

    For as low as $1,676, Qantas Airways can have you in California from Darwin in 29h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12667 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Darwin to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Darwin to California are Darwin - Reno, Darwin - Los Angeles Los Angeles and Darwin - Oakland.

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

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

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,581Average$2,567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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