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28 Jun — 5 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Southern California in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Southern California
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Southern California. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 29 May 2026.

Mon 22/606:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop23h 50m
Fiji Airways
Mon 29/623:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 25/5$1,004
Fri 12/613:20
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 45m
Fiji Airways
Sat 27/623:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 25/5$1,006
Sun 19/713:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sun 26/723:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 25/5$1,012
Tue 14/713:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Tue 25/823:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 28/5$1,013
Fri 17/713:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Fri 31/723:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 26/5$1,014
Thu 18/613:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Tue 7/723:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 27/5$1,017
Sat 13/613:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sat 27/623:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 27/5$1,019
Wed 10/606:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop23h 50m
Fiji Airways
Wed 17/623:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 27/5$1,020
Thu 25/613:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sun 19/723:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 26/5$1,024
Thu 4/613:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Thu 11/623:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 24/5$1,030
Thu 23/720:45
SYD
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ONT
1 stop18h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/709:11
ONT
-
SYD
1 stop40h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5$1,182
Thu 11/620:45
SYD
-
LGB
1 stop17h 01m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 25/607:00
LGB
-
SYD
1 stop18h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 27/5$1,209

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Find the latest flights to Southern California in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 29 May 2026.

Return from

$1,004

One-way from

$740

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,189
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 22/6-29/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 45m total
  • Sydney to Los Angeles
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 20/7
  • Nonstop
  • 13h 50m total
  • Sydney to Southern California
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 21/10

06:05-13:05

1 stop25h 00m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 25/10

23:35-22:05

1 stop28h 30m

$1,178

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/9

09:15-06:05

Nonstop13h 50m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 6/9

22:55-06:50

Nonstop14h 55m

$1,209

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/6

09:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 30/6

16:14-06:55

1 stop21h 41m

$1,236

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/8

09:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 16/8

13:25-06:55

1 stop24h 30m

$1,236
Fastest return journey

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/6

09:15-06:05

Nonstop13h 50m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 2/8

23:00-06:50

Nonstop14h 50m

$1,254

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/7

09:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 5/8

20:10-06:55

1 stop17h 45m

$1,254

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/6

09:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 20/6

22:45-07:00

Nonstop15h 15m

$1,255

SydneyLong Beach

SYD - LGB

SYDLGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/10

20:45-20:30

1 stop16h 45m

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 29/10

07:30-19:45

1 stop18h 15m

$1,265

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 17/6

10:20-13:55

1 stop20h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 27/6

22:45-07:00

Nonstop15h 15m

$1,268

SydneyLong Beach

SYD - LGB

SYDLGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/8

20:45-20:46

1 stop17h 01m

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 20/8

07:25-18:50

1 stop18h 25m

$1,276

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Southern California

How long is the flight to Southern California?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Southern California takes 16 hours 43 minutes. Flights to Southern California from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Southern California

The most flights from Sydney to Southern California are scheduled on a Wednesday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Southern California?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Southern California are Qantas Airways, Fiji Airways and United Airlines.

Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $874
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From $780
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $435
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $957

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Southern California?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Southern California are Hawaiian Airlines, Delta and American Airlines.

Rainfall in Southern California by month

Plan your trip to Southern California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Southern California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Southern California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Southern California by month

Plan your trip to Southern California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Southern 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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Southern California?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Southern California, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Southern California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Southern 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 Southern California. Reviews last updated 29 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways to the United States. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
648 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,042 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,764 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,644 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

FAQs about flying to Southern California

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Southern California if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Southern California on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Southern California?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Southern California.

  • How much is a return flight to Southern California?

    A return flight to Southern California will typically cost around $200, however they can be found for as little as $200.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Southern California depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Southern California, Brisbane offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Los Angeles Los Angeles have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Los Angeles Los Angeles can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Los Angeles Los Angeles?

    Yes. Los Angeles Los Angeles has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport is the closest property to Los Angeles Los Angeles (0.0 km away from Los Angeles Los Angeles).

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