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Cheap flights from Darwin to California from $986

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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DRW — LAX
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Darwin to California

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Cheapest flights from Darwin to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Darwin to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 April 2026.

Sun 18/1001:55
DRW
-
SFO
1 stop24h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 9/1109:40
SFO
-
DRW
1 stop45h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 16/4$1,829
Wed 3/600:40
DRW
-
LAX
2 stops37h 19m
Virgin Australia
Thu 11/617:10
LAX
-
DRW
2 stops34h 55m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 19/4$1,999
Mon 19/1015:45
DRW
-
SFO
1 stop34h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1119:59
SFO
-
DRW
2 stops35h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4$2,009
Sun 10/501:35
DRW
-
LAX
1 stop29h 25m
Qantas Airways
Sat 23/523:30
LAX
-
DRW
1 stop32h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 16/4$2,020
Wed 3/601:15
DRW
-
LAX
1 stop21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/621:50
LAX
-
DRW
1 stop26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4$2,048
Sun 10/500:40
DRW
-
LAX
2 stops31h 21m
United Airlines
Sat 23/522:45
LAX
-
DRW
2 stops32h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/4$2,051
Wed 3/600:40
DRW
-
LAX
2 stops38h 27m
United Airlines
Thu 11/622:45
LAX
-
DRW
2 stops56h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/4$2,055
Mon 11/518:00
DRW
-
LAX
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/522:45
LAX
-
DRW
1 stop33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4$2,142
Thu 4/601:35
DRW
-
SFO
2 stops35h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/619:42
SFO
-
DRW
2 stops47h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$2,351
Mon 19/1007:30
DRW
-
SFO
2 stops29h 40m
China Southern
Mon 9/1123:35
SFO
-
DRW
2 stops37h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 16/4$2,454
Mon 19/1012:05
DRW
-
SFO
2 stops40h 20m
Air New Zealand
Mon 9/1116:21
SFO
-
DRW
3 stops50h 09m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 16/4$2,504
Tue 2/601:35
DRW
-
SFO
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/622:05
SFO
-
DRW
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$2,577

Find flight deals from Darwin to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Darwin to California flight deals. Data was last updated 21 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,999

One-way from

$986

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 3/6-11/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 72h 14m total
  • Darwin to California
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8/6
  • 8/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 35m total
  • Darwin to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($385 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($149 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Darwin to California 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 21 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Sun 10/5

00:40-15:31

2 stops31h 21m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 23/5

22:45-23:55

2 stops32h 40m

$2,051

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Wed 3/6

00:40-22:37

2 stops38h 27m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 11/6

22:45-23:55

2 stops56h 40m

$2,055

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Mon 11/5

18:00-06:10

2 stops28h 40m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 23/5

22:45-00:30

1 stop33h 15m

$2,142

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

Tue 2/6

01:35-13:55

2 stops28h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 10/6

22:05-00:50

2 stops34h 15m

$2,577

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

Sun 31/5

13:05-17:45

1 stop21h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 7/6

18:08-00:35

2 stops37h 57m

$2,608

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Sun 7/6

06:15-14:30

2 stops24h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 7/6

23:55-00:35

2 stops32h 10m

$2,625

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

Thu 4/6

01:35-15:20

2 stops30h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 12/6

22:35-23:55

3 stops32h 50m

$2,668

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Thu 4/6

06:15-14:30

2 stops24h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 11/6

23:55-00:35

3 stops32h 10m

$2,671

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

Sun 31/5

13:05-20:25

2 stops23h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 7/6

18:01-12:10

3 stops49h 39m

$2,786

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

Tue 2/6

00:40-08:05

1 stop23h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 10/6

23:20-23:55

1 stop32h 05m

$3,003

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Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to 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 California. Reviews last updated 21 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways from Darwin to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,499 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,499 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,023 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Darwin to California?

    For a flight from Darwin to California, you will be flying from Darwin. Darwin (DRW) is just 6.4 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Darwin to California?

    For as low as $2,608, United Airlines can have you in California from Darwin in 21h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12305 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Darwin to California are Darwin - Los Angeles Los Angeles, Darwin - Oakland and Darwin - Reno.

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

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

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Darwin to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Darwin to California

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Darwin to California. 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 21 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,387Average$2,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,540Average$2,348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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