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Cheap flights from Darwin to California from $1,048

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 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DRW — LAX
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Darwin to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Darwin to California flight deals. Data was last updated 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,468

One-way from

$1,048

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,183
Japan Airlines
  • Japan Airlines
  • 1/9-2/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 95h 20m total
  • Darwin to California
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 3/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 55m total
  • Darwin to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($554 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($194 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 4 July 2025.

Mon 1/914:55DRW - LAX
2 stops36h 55mJapan Airlines
Wed 3/910:45LAX - DRW
2 stops46h 25mJapan Airlines
Deal found 30/6$1,465
Thu 7/801:15DRW - LAX
2 stops28h 35mAir New Zealand
Fri 15/822:10LAX - DRW
2 stops33h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/7$1,715
Sat 23/801:35DRW - LAX
1 stop29h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 28/921:35LAX - DRW
1 stop22h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,768
Sat 16/801:35DRW - LAX
1 stop29h 20mQantas Airways
Sun 24/821:50LAX - DRW
1 stop35h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/7$1,829
Tue 28/1015:45DRW - SFO
1 stop33h 35mSingapore Airlines
Sat 1/1110:40SFO - DRW
1 stop35h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/6$1,949
Sun 20/701:35DRW - LAX
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/813:35LAX - DRW
2 stops43h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$2,005
Sat 1/1115:45DRW - LAX
1 stop45h 40mSingapore Airlines
Sun 4/119:50LAX - DRW
1 stop25h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/7$2,033
Sun 24/813:35DRW - SFO
2 stops59h 37mQantas Airways
Sun 28/909:07SFO - DRW
2 stops47h 53mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/7$2,412
Sun 24/812:55DRW - SFO
2 stops24h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/916:37SFO - DRW
2 stops26h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$2,491
Wed 12/1101:55DRW - RNO
2 stops49h 27mSingapore Airlines
Mon 17/1110:33RNO - DRW
2 stops44h 57mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/6$2,494
Mon 27/1001:40DRW - SFO
2 stops37h 05mCathay Pacific
Sat 1/1123:55SFO - DRW
2 stops47h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 30/6$2,622
Mon 27/1000:40DRW - SFO
1 stop24h 15mVirgin Australia
Sat 1/1123:05SFO - DRW
1 stop22h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/7$2,891

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Price

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Mon 1/9

14:55-13:50

2 stops39h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/9

01:15-01:40

2 stops55h 55m

$1,468

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Thu 7/8

01:15-13:20

2 stops28h 35m

Los Angeles

Fri 15/8

22:10-00:25

2 stops33h 45m

$1,715

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Sat 23/8

01:35-14:25

1 stop29h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 28/9

21:35-12:05

1 stop22h 00m

$1,768

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Sat 16/8

01:35-14:25

1 stop29h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 24/8

21:50-01:30

1 stop35h 10m

$1,829

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

Tue 28/10

15:45-08:50

1 stop33h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 1/11

10:40-14:50

1 stop35h 40m

$1,955

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Sun 20/7

01:35-13:50

2 stops28h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/8

13:35-01:40

2 stops43h 35m

$2,005

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Sat 1/11

15:45-20:55

1 stop45h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/1

19:50-14:50

1 stop25h 30m

$2,039

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Sat 1/11

14:20-20:16

2 stops46h 26m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/1

22:55-23:50

2 stops55h 25m

$2,302

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

Sun 24/8

12:55-20:51

2 stops24h 26m

San Francisco

Sun 28/9

16:37-12:05

2 stops26h 58m

$2,491

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

Sun 24/8

13:35-17:45

1 stop20h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 28/9

22:00-12:40

1 stop22h 10m

$2,501

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to California (average of $786). Flying from Darwin 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 DRW to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Darwin 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 4 July 2025.

When flying from Darwin to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 4 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, andAir New Zealand 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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,503 reviews
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Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,503 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,503 reviews
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Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,320 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,503 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
485 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,503 reviews
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Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
924 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,503 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
872 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,503 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Darwin to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Darwin to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,048 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Japan Airlines from $1,091 and Qantas Airways from $1,310 one-way.

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

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

  • 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?

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to California (average of $786). Flying from Darwin 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Darwin to California

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Darwin 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 4 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,421Average$1,805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,566Average$1,951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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