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Cheap flights from California to Sydney from $738

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
20 May — 27 May1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from California to Sydney

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Sydney flight deals. Data was last updated 15 May 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,358

One-way from

$738

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,477

Good round-trip deal

$1,562 or less

Good one-way deal

$873 or less
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 21/9-3/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 14m total
  • California to Sydney
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 2/6
  • Nonstop
  • 15h 15m total
  • California to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($383 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($83 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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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 15 May 2025.

Sun 21/906:00LAX - SYD
1 stop32h 20mAir Canada
Sun 2/1108:00SYD - LAX
2 stops24h 24mAir Canada
Deal found 13/5$1,358
Sun 2/1118:30LAX - SYD
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1108:00SYD - LAX
2 stops22h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,359
Wed 6/823:15LAX - SYD
Nonstop14h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 10/809:10SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/5$1,362
Wed 1/1012:50LAX - SYD
1 stop26h 10mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 15/1011:10SYD - LAX
1 stop27h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 14/5$1,364
Fri 7/1122:45LAX - SYD
1 stop18h 45mFiji Airways
Tue 18/1114:10SYD - LAX
1 stop16h 40mFiji Airways
Deal found 14/5$1,376
Sun 18/507:10LAS - SYD
1 stop31h 10mAir Canada
Sun 1/609:20SYD - LAS
1 stop23h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 13/5$1,378
Sat 9/810:32SJC - SYD
2 stops35h 08mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/816:20SYD - SJC
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$1,389
Mon 19/506:15SAN - SYD
1 stop32h 05mAir Canada
Tue 3/609:20SYD - SAN
1 stop29h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 14/5$1,392
Wed 4/609:00SMF - SYD
1 stop29h 20mAir Canada
Wed 11/609:20SYD - SMF
1 stop29h 26mAir Canada
Deal found 14/5$1,392
Wed 6/822:10LAX - SYD
1 stop17h 35mAir New Zealand
Sun 17/811:50SYD - LAX
1 stop18h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/5$1,399
Tue 26/818:45LAX - SYD
2 stops31h 30mANA
Sun 7/911:50SYD - LAX
2 stops28h 12mANA
Deal found 13/5$1,406
Mon 19/516:55SAN - SYD
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/609:20SYD - SAN
1 stop29h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$1,449

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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 15 May 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Sydney that are best for you.

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California

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Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sun 21/9

06:00-07:20

1 stop32h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/11

08:30-16:24

2 stops26h 54m

$1,358

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sun 2/11

18:30-14:10

2 stops24h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/11

08:00-11:33

2 stops22h 33m

$1,359

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Wed 1/10

12:50-08:00

1 stop26h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/10

11:10-20:45

1 stop27h 35m

$1,364

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 3/6

22:50-07:05

Nonstop15h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/6

09:10-06:00

Nonstop13h 50m

$1,375

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Fri 7/11

22:45-12:30

1 stop18h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/11

14:10-11:50

1 stop16h 40m

$1,376

San JoseSydney

SJC - SYD

SJCSYD

San Jose

Sat 9/8

10:32-14:40

2 stops35h 08m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 20/8

16:20-19:20

1 stop20h 00m

$1,389

Las VegasSydney

LAS - SYD

LASSYD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/6

16:50-07:20

1 stop21h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/6

09:20-23:55

1 stop31h 35m

$1,392

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Wed 11/6

12:40-07:20

1 stop25h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/6

09:20-12:00

1 stop19h 40m

$1,392

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Wed 6/8

22:10-08:45

1 stop17h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/8

11:50-13:20

1 stop18h 30m

$1,399

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 26/8

18:45-19:15

2 stops31h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/9

11:50-23:02

2 stops28h 12m

$1,406

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from California to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 15 May 2025.

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 15 May 2025.

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

Rainfall in Sydney by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 15 May 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Sydney, see what other customers have to say about Air Tahiti Nui, Korean Air and Japan Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
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Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
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Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,073 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
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Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,471 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
732 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
ANA
8.3
Very Good
864 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

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 466 times in the past calendar month.

  • 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 $738 on Qantas Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from $743 and ANA from $751 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(71%), American Airlines(71%) or Alaska Airlines(71%), 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 $737. On average you can expect to pay $1,912. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for $1,195.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from California to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 9 airlines flying from California to Sydney

Discover the top 9 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 15 May 2025.
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$884Average$1,515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,087Average$1,427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,127Average$1,740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$1,188Average$1,680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,226Average$1,507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,321Average$1,545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,392Average$1,802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,536Average$1,880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,542Average$1,851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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