How popular is this Sydney to California flight route?

This flight path from Sydney Kingsford Smith to California was viewed by 7,376 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

How long is the flight from Sydney to California?

There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to California in 13h 30m. Fly via United Airlines, Lufthansa, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 11941 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Sydney to California are Fiji Airways ($400), Hawaiian Airlines ($526), and Delta ($577).

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.

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).

What are the most popular routes from Sydney to California?

The most popular route from Sydney to California is Sydney Kingsford Smith - Los Angeles. You may also consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - San Francisco or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Ontario.

What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to California?

On average you can expect to pay $4,293 for a flight from Sydney to California. The cheapest flight overall is $579 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $832.

What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to California?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Sydney to California consider choosing Virgin Australia(78%), United Airlines(78%) or Air New Zealand(78%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to California?

Before booking your flight from Sydney to California, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Qantas Airways, Fiji Airways or United Airlines.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to California?

Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 7.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sydney to California.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Sydney to California?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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.

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Round-trip from	$851
One-way from	$580
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	August
Average price	$1,078
Good round-trip deal	$1,150 or less
Good one-way deal	$667 or less

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to California (average of $1,109). Flying from Sydney to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,558). 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 SYD to CA?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to California in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to California

The most flights from SYD to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to California?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Sydney to California flights typically cost between $969 and $1,209 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $851 on Fiji Airways (9 Sept–9 Sept).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to California?

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to California?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to California flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Sydney to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

254 reviews

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8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

254 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

254 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

662 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

254 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,083 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

254 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,106 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

254 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

American Airlines

7.1

Good

11,943 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

254 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to California?
Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 7.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sydney to California.
How popular is this Sydney to California flight route?
This flight path from Sydney Kingsford Smith to California was viewed by 7,376 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Sydney to California?
There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to California in 13h 30m. Fly via United Airlines, Lufthansa, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 11941 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to California one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Sydney to California are Fiji Airways ($400), Hawaiian Airlines ($526), and Delta ($577).
What are the most popular routes from Sydney to California?
The most popular route from Sydney to California is Sydney Kingsford Smith - Los Angeles. You may also consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - San Francisco or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Ontario.
What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to California?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Sydney to California consider choosing Virgin Australia(78%), United Airlines(78%) or Air New Zealand(78%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to California?
On average you can expect to pay $4,293 for a flight from Sydney to California. The cheapest flight overall is $579 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $832.
Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to California that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Sydney to California?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to California.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to California?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to California?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to California (average of $1,109). Flying from Sydney to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,558). 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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Frontier	Cheapest$87	Average$150	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search Frontier flights
Alaska Airlines	Cheapest$187	Average$1,296	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$720	Average$1,697	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Hawaiian Airlines	Cheapest$731	Average$1,379	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time85%	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Delta	Cheapest$750	Average$1,304	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights
Fiji Airways	Cheapest$769	Average$1,092	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Fiji Airways flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$850	Average$1,280	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	Cheapest$880	Average$1,266	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$903	Average$1,485	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$973	Average$1,155	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights

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A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to California in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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The most flights from SYD to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to California?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Sydney to California flights typically cost between $969 and $1,209 in September.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $851 on Fiji Airways (9 Sept–9 Sept).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to California?

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to California. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to California flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Sydney to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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Sydney to California flights typically cost between $969 and $1,209 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $851 on Fiji Airways (9 Sept–9 Sept).