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Cheap flights from Gold Coast to California from $692

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OOL — LAX
8 Feb — 15 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Gold Coast to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Gold Coast to California flight deals. Data was last updated 9 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,080

One-way from

$692

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,650
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 16/2-16/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 00m total
  • Gold Coast to California
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 15/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 20m total
  • Gold Coast to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($58 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Gold Coast to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gold Coast to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 January 2026.

Mon 16/210:55OOL - LAX
1 stop18h 20mAir New Zealand
Mon 16/320:05LAX - OOL
1 stop20h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$1,080
Tue 3/210:55OOL - LAX
1 stop18h 20mAir New Zealand
Tue 17/220:10LAX - OOL
1 stop19h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$1,086
Thu 21/511:55OOL - LAX
1 stop18h 25mAir New Zealand
Wed 10/622:10LAX - OOL
1 stop19h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$1,106
Thu 23/711:55OOL - LAX
1 stop18h 25mAir New Zealand
Wed 5/822:10LAX - OOL
1 stop19h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$1,110
Thu 5/310:55OOL - LAX
1 stop18h 20mAir New Zealand
Thu 19/321:10LAX - OOL
1 stop28h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$1,112
Mon 19/110:55OOL - LAX
1 stop18h 20mAir New Zealand
Sun 1/219:05LAX - OOL
1 stop20h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/1$1,136
Tue 3/206:00OOL - LAX
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/222:35LAX - OOL
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,379
Thu 16/711:55OOL - LAX
1 stop18h 25mAir New Zealand
Wed 5/822:10LAX - OOL
1 stop19h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/1$1,394
Fri 22/507:05OOL - LAX
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/623:55LAX - OOL
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,398
Thu 21/507:05OOL - LAX
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/623:55LAX - OOL
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,400
Tue 13/1014:50OOL - SFO
2 stops37h 00mAmerican Airlines
Mon 26/1006:25SFO - OOL
2 stops38h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,955
Wed 14/1014:50OOL - SFO
2 stops37h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 25/1021:15SFO - OOL
1 stop19h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,965

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Gold Coast

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California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CoolangattaLos Angeles

OOL - LAX

OOLLAX

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Tue 3/2

10:55-11:15

1 stop18h 20m

Los Angeles

Tue 17/2

20:10-09:45

1 stop19h 35m

$1,086

CoolangattaLos Angeles

OOL - LAX

OOLLAX

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Mon 19/1

10:55-11:15

1 stop18h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/2

19:05-09:45

1 stop20h 40m

$1,136

CoolangattaLos Angeles

OOL - LAX

OOLLAX

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Tue 3/2

06:00-12:00

2 stops24h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 17/2

22:35-22:05

2 stops29h 30m

$1,379

CoolangattaLos Angeles

OOL - LAX

OOLLAX

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Mon 19/1

18:10-12:00

2 stops35h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/2

22:50-14:15

1 stop21h 25m

$1,642

CoolangattaLos Angeles

OOL - LAX

OOLLAX

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 5/3

06:00-06:05

1 stop18h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 19/3

23:50-14:05

2 stops21h 15m

$1,800

CoolangattaLos Angeles

OOL - LAX

OOLLAX

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Fri 20/2

06:00-13:24

2 stops25h 24m

Los Angeles

Fri 27/2

14:10-12:40

2 stops28h 30m

$1,970

CoolangattaOntario

OOL - ONT

OOLONT

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Mon 16/2

07:20-12:38

2 stops23h 18m

Ontario

Mon 16/3

18:37-12:20

2 stops24h 43m

$2,004

CoolangattaSan Francisco

OOL - SFO

OOLSFO

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Fri 13/3

06:00-10:39

2 stops21h 39m

San Francisco

Tue 17/3

08:31-12:40

2 stops35h 09m

$2,012

CoolangattaOntario

OOL - ONT

OOLONT

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 5/3

07:20-12:18

2 stops22h 58m

Ontario

Thu 19/3

18:37-12:20

2 stops24h 43m

$2,055

CoolangattaSan Francisco

OOL - SFO

OOLSFO

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sat 21/2

10:55-14:59

2 stops22h 04m

San Francisco

Sat 28/2

19:50-09:45

1 stop19h 55m

$2,086

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Gold Coast to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Gold Coast to California

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gold Coast to California (average of $972). Flying from Gold Coast to California in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,613). 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.

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 9 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from Gold Coast to California have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
968 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

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  • How long is the flight from Gold Coast to California?

    Airlines like Air New Zealand, United Airlines, and Air Canada fly from Gold Coast to California in about 18h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 58m. Gold Coast and California are separated by a distance of 11537 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Gold Coast to California?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gold Coast to California (average of $972). Flying from Gold Coast to California in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,613). 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 3 airlines flying from Gold Coast to California

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Gold Coast 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 9 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,001Average$1,563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,382Average$1,570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,531Average$1,678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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