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Cheap flights from California to Sydney from $606

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 22/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
21 Feb — 28 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from California to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2026.

Tue 24/222:50
LAX
-
SYD
Nonstop15h 10m
Qantas Airways
Mon 2/317:50
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop32h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 21/1$1,087
Mon 9/223:45
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop26h 05m
Qantas Airways
Wed 18/211:20
SYD
-
LAX
Nonstop13h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 21/1$1,088
Mon 2/223:00
LAX
-
SYD
Nonstop15h 00m
Qantas Airways
Tue 17/207:05
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop18h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 22/1$1,090
Thu 22/123:00
LAX
-
SYD
Nonstop15h 00m
Qantas Airways
Wed 4/207:05
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop18h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/1$1,091
Thu 29/122:35
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Sat 7/214:00
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop17h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 22/1$1,093
Fri 30/122:35
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Thu 12/214:00
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop17h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 20/1$1,094
Mon 26/123:00
LAX
-
SYD
Nonstop15h 00m
Qantas Airways
Wed 11/207:05
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop18h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 22/1$1,100
Wed 28/123:00
LAX
-
SYD
Nonstop15h 00m
Qantas Airways
Wed 4/207:05
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop18h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 21/1$1,102
Wed 28/123:00
LAX
-
SYD
Nonstop15h 00m
Qantas Airways
Wed 11/207:05
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop18h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/1$1,106
Fri 30/122:35
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Sat 7/206:00
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop25h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 20/1$1,108
Fri 30/122:35
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Fri 6/206:00
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop25h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 20/1$1,111
Sat 7/315:49
LAS
-
SYD
2 stops35h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/314:00
SYD
-
LAS
2 stops23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,265

Find flight deals from California to Sydney

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Sydney flight deals. Data was last updated 22 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,088

One-way from

$606

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,518

Good round-trip deal

$1,275 or less

Good one-way deal

$606 or less
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  • 1 total stop
  • 39h 50m total
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  • 36h 05m total
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Customise your flight search to find flights from California to Sydney that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 22 January 2026.
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Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sun 8/2

22:35-22:05

1 stop28h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 21/2

06:00-12:00

1 stop25h 00m

$1,242

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 11/5

23:55-22:10

1 stop29h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 29/5

13:15-12:55

1 stop16h 40m

$1,244

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sun 1/3

22:35-12:35

1 stop19h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 21/3

14:00-13:00

1 stop17h 00m

$1,253

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 17/2

22:50-09:00

Nonstop15h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/3

07:05-07:00

1 stop18h 55m

$1,305

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 24/2

23:50-07:35

1 stop36h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/3

11:20-07:05

Nonstop13h 45m

$1,356

Las VegasSydney

LAS - SYD

LASSYD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 29/4

07:00-07:30

1 stop31h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 8/5

13:15-10:26

2 stops38h 11m

$1,376

Las VegasSydney

LAS - SYD

LASSYD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 9/3

15:49-07:25

1 stop21h 36m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/3

14:00-10:22

2 stops38h 22m

$1,380

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

23:55-11:45

1 stop18h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 17/4

06:00-12:55

1 stop23h 55m

$1,432

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Thu 2/4

23:55-12:45

1 stop18h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/4

13:15-12:55

1 stop16h 40m

$1,432

San JoseSydney

SJC - SYD

SJCSYD

San Jose

Sat 7/3

07:00-19:45

1 stop17h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 14/3

21:40-22:15

1 stop18h 35m

$1,537

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Best time to book a flight from California to Sydney

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sydney (average of $739). Flying from California to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,179). 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 CA to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 January 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Sydney

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Sydney. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 22 January 2026.

The most flights from USCA to SYD are scheduled on a Thursday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Sydney. 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 into for flights to Sydney from California?

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

  • How popular is this California to Sydney flight route?

    Flights from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith have been viewed 304 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from California to Sydney?

    Departing from California to Sydney will take you 15h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12052 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $411 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Fiji Airways from $499 and Philippine Airlines from $543 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from California to Sydney are Los Angeles - Sydney Kingsford Smith, San Francisco - Sydney Kingsford Smith and Ontario - Sydney Kingsford Smith.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Sydney?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from California to Sydney consider choosing American Airlines(58%), Alaska Airlines(58%) or Qantas Airways(58%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Sydney?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Sydney is $575. On average you can expect to pay $2,510. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for $1,026.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sydney (average of $739). Flying from California to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,179). 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 8 airlines flying from California to Sydney

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Sydney. 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 22 January 2026.
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$752Average$1,947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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DeltaCheapest$887Average$1,520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,030Average$1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,078Average$1,921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,164Average$1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,165Average$1,757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,245Average$1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,302Average$1,520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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