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Cheap flights from California to Sydney from $704

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 7/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
14 Jul — 21 Jul1
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 14 June 2026.

Mon 28/900:50
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop25h 20m
ANA
Mon 26/1021:45
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop35h 20m
ANA
Deal found 9/6$1,156
Sun 26/723:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Fri 31/713:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 12/6$1,159
Sun 28/623:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Thu 2/706:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop23h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 12/6$1,160
Mon 22/623:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Fri 26/606:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop23h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 10/6$1,162
Mon 5/1023:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Fri 23/1006:05
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop25h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 10/6$1,163
Sat 27/623:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Sat 4/713:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 13/6$1,165
Fri 19/623:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Sun 5/714:10
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop15h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 12/6$1,169
Sat 27/623:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Sun 5/713:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 9/6$1,170
Tue 28/723:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Fri 31/713:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 9/6$1,172
Fri 23/1023:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 40m
Fiji Airways
Sun 1/1114:00
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop17h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,173
Mon 7/1222:35
LAX
-
SYD
Nonstop15h 25m
Qantas Airways
Mon 14/1208:55
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop17h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/6$1,175
Sun 25/1017:00
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop33h 15m
ANA
Sun 15/1112:25
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop24h 25m
ANA
Deal found 12/6$1,176

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 14 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,156

One-way from

$704

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,383

Good round-trip deal

$1,427 or less

Good one-way deal

$761 or less
ANA
  • ANA
  • 28/9-26/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 40m total
  • California to Sydney
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Philippine Airlines
  • Philippine Airlines
  • 7/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 38h 15m total
  • California to Sydney
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($54 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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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 14 June 2026.
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Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 21/9

23:55-22:10

1 stop29h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/10

14:15-13:05

1 stop16h 50m

$1,271

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Wed 1/7

10:55-06:55

1 stop27h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/7

09:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,411
Fastest return journey

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 27/10

20:05-09:15

1 stop19h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/11

11:20-07:05

Nonstop13h 45m

$1,416

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 29/6

17:05-06:55

1 stop20h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 13/7

10:20-10:34

1 stop17h 14m

$1,417

Long BeachSydney

LGB - SYD

LGBSYD

Long Beach Municipal

Sat 29/8

17:00-06:50

2 stops44h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/9

09:15-21:32

2 stops29h 17m

$1,525

Long BeachSydney

LGB - SYD

LGBSYD

Long Beach Municipal

Sat 24/10

17:05-07:30

2 stops44h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/11

10:40-21:46

2 stops30h 06m

$1,526

Long BeachSydney

LGB - SYD

LGBSYD

Long Beach Municipal

Sat 24/10

17:05-07:30

2 stops44h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/11

10:40-17:20

2 stops24h 40m

$1,526

BurbankSydney

BUR - SYD

BURSYD

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 29/6

07:00-18:50

1 stop18h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 3/7

20:45-19:03

1 stop39h 18m

$1,556

BurbankSydney

BUR - SYD

BURSYD

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 9/9

13:50-06:55

1 stop24h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/9

10:20-10:10

1 stop16h 50m

$1,558

Santa AnaSydney

SNA - SYD

SNASYD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 28/6

19:49-06:55

1 stop18h 06m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 13/7

10:20-13:45

1 stop20h 25m

$1,558

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sydney (average of $1,201). Flying from California to Sydney in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,762). 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 14 June 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 14 June 2026.

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

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

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

Booking 38 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from California to Sydney. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 224 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from California to Sydney?

    Departing from California to Sydney will take you 27h. 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 $393 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Fiji Airways from $493 and Qantas Airways from $551 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 KLM(66%), Air France(66%) or Delta(66%), 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 $726. On average you can expect to pay $1,614. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for $1,112.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sydney (average of $1,201). Flying from California to Sydney in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,762). 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 6 airlines flying from California to Sydney

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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$720Average$2,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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DeltaCheapest$850Average$1,547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$986Average$1,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,113Average$1,668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,174Average$1,816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,192Average$1,412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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