Cheap flights from Australia to the United States from $682

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 14/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — LAX
6 Jun — 13 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to USA
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to USA. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 May 2026.

Wed 22/713:15
SYD
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LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Tue 11/823:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,004
Sun 16/813:15
SYD
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LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Fri 28/823:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,011
Fri 8/513:15
SYD
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LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Fri 15/523:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,026
Fri 16/1014:15
SYD
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LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sun 8/1122:35
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop28h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,028
Sun 10/513:15
SYD
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LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sun 17/523:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,030
Tue 16/613:15
SYD
-
HNL
2 stops17h 35m
Fiji Airways
Tue 30/612:05
HNL
-
SYD
2 stops38h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,032
Sat 21/1106:00
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop25h 00m
Fiji Airways
Fri 29/122:35
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop28h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,032
Sat 15/813:15
SYD
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HNL
1 stop28h 55m
Fiji Airways
Tue 25/812:05
HNL
-
SYD
2 stops27h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,033
Mon 11/506:00
SYD
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LAX
1 stop24h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sun 24/523:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,033
Mon 3/813:15
SYD
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LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Mon 10/823:55
LAX
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SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,035
Mon 28/913:15
SYD
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LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Thu 29/1023:35
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop28h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,043
Tue 1/913:15
SYD
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HNL
2 stops17h 35m
Fiji Airways
Thu 3/922:55
HNL
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SYD
2 stops16h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 3/5$1,048

Find flight deals from Australia to USA

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to USA flight deals. Data was last updated 7 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,004

One-way from

$682

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,652

Good round-trip deal

$1,267 or less

Good one-way deal

$795 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 25/6-12/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 00m total
  • Australia to USA
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 14/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 10m total
  • Australia to USA
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($98 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($55 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Australia to USA.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Australia to USA.

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Cheapest return flight

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 24/6

09:15-06:05

Nonstop13h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/8

23:00-06:50

Nonstop14h 50m

$1,220

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

10:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 24/10

22:35-09:15

1 stop40h 40m

$1,225

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/6

10:20-10:34

1 stop17h 14m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/8

11:45-06:55

1 stop26h 10m

$1,225

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/6

10:20-10:34

1 stop17h 14m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/8

09:44-06:55

1 stop28h 11m

$1,225

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 14/8

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

Los Angeles

Wed 16/9

22:40-07:30

Nonstop15h 50m

$1,261

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

Los Angeles

Sun 14/6

17:10-08:15

1 stop22h 05m

$1,267

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/6

09:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/6

22:45-07:00

Nonstop15h 15m

$1,271

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

10:55-15:35

1 stop21h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 26/7

06:00-08:15

1 stop33h 15m

$1,272

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/6

09:15-06:05

Nonstop13h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/8

23:00-06:50

Nonstop14h 50m

$1,275

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Tue 2/6

10:55-20:29

1 stop26h 34m

Los Angeles

Thu 18/6

07:30-08:15

1 stop31h 45m

$1,275

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to USA

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to the United States

How far ahead should I book a flight from Australia to USA?

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Australia to USA. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to USA?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to USA (average of $1,271). Flying from Australia to USA in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,746). 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 AU to US?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to USA. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 May 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Australia to USA in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to USA?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Australia to USA. Price data was last updated on 2 May 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Australia to USA

Explore weekly flight availability from Australia to USA. 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 7 May 2026.

The most flights from AU0 to US0 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 (14 on average).

How often are flights from Australia to the United States delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between Australia and United States have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 157 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Australia to the United States flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Australia to the United States flights?

Over the past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing USA

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to USA. 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 USA. Reviews last updated 7 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Australia to the United States to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to USA. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Australia to USA flights?

    You’ll find different flight options for a trip to the United States at three of Australia’s five largest airports. Flights depart daily from Sydney Airport as well as airports in both Melbourne and Perth. The United States has an immense number of airports and most serve the significant carriers offering flights originating from airports in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth. However, a majority arrive along the West Coast, stopping at Honolulu, HI or Los Angeles, CA. Only eight km from Sydney’s CBD, the Sydney Airport is accessible by taxi, shuttle, or ride-share services. There is also a direct train link into the city, with a station conveniently located at the northern end of the terminal. Melbourne International Airport or Perth International Airport also offer service to carriers from the United States, with flight times varying from 13+ to 16+ hours, or more. Vehicle trips from the Melbourne city center to its airport takes roughly half of an hour, while the drive from the Perth CBD to the airport is 15-20 minutes.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Australia to the United States?

    Many international carriers fly from Australia’s Sydney Airport to Hawaii or the Continental United States each day, including Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Delta ranking as the most common.

  • What are the stopover options on flights from Australia to the United States?

    The flight times between Australia and the United States are quite challenging, and many travelers elect to enjoy a stopover. The island state of Hawaii is a very common stopover and frequently departs from Sydney and Brisbane. Many flights also schedule a stopover in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is a frequent stop, and some travelers aboard Air Tahiti Nui flights arriving in Los Angeles will book specifically for the stopover option in Papeete. The Maldives as well as Mauritius are also common points to stop during such a flight, and common connections occur in Dubai, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and Colombo.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Australia to the United States?

    If you are the owner of an Australian passport, you are part of the Visa Waiver Program. All Australian citizens are required to get travel authorization before heading to the U.S through the Electronic System for Travel Authorizations (ESTA). It takes minutes, but applications should be done at least 72 hours prior to departure.

  • How popular is this Australia to USA flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Australia to USA?

    Departing from Australia to USA will take you 13h 50m. There are 12052 km between Australia and USA. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to USA one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Australia to USA are Jetstar ($243), Fiji Airways ($358), and Qantas Airways ($366).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to USA that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to USA?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to USA?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to USA 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 Australia to USA?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to USA (average of $1,271). Flying from Australia to USA in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,746). 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from Australia to the USA?

    Delta and United Airlines are two of the most eco-friendly carriers with flights to the USA from Australia. These airlines have taken several measures to ensure low carbon emissions and sustainable travel, including providing a direct flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Individually, both airlines have also taken several measures to ensure low carbon emissions. For instance, Delta has replaced most of its old fleet with the newer and more efficient A321s and A220s. They also have over the years invested heavily in carbon offsets and ran offsetting programs, and now, they are flying lighter aircraft, thanks to their new wireless in-flight entertainment system. Similarly, United Airlines is determined to reduce its carbon footprint. Most of their old fleet has been replaced by new ones with improved efficiency and lower emissions. They have also increased the economy class capacity, and they now ferry more passengers, meaning less carbon produced per passenger.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from Australia to the USA?

    Passengers also have a role to play in the fight for sustainable travel. There are these steps you can take to ensure you fly more sustainably. First, prioritize direct flights over connecting flights. Direct flights take off and land only once, meaning less pollution since these are the most polluting flight activities. Second, pack light. Stick to the airline's baggage weight limits to avoid overloading since it causes more fuel to be used and more pollution. Finally, avoid single-use plastics and disposable headphones. Instead, bring your own reusable bottles and headphones.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Australia to USA

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia to USA. 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 7 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$194Average$1,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapest$508Average$1,546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$615Average$1,442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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DeltaCheapest$643Average$1,587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$660Average$1,872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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ANACheapest$752Average$1,722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$772Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$849Average$1,371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EVA AirCheapest$880Average$1,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$891Average$1,471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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