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Cheap flights from California to Australia from $521

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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from California to Australia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Australia (AU0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,125

One-way from

$521
Delta
  • Delta
  • 5/3-14/3
  • Nonstop
  • 28h 09m total
  • California to Australia
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 9/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 25m total
  • California to Australia
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Cheapest flights from California to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Wed 5/322:56LAX - BNE
Nonstop14h 49mDelta
Fri 14/309:45BNE - LAX
Nonstop13h 20mDelta
Deal found 16/1$1,125
Wed 12/222:35LAX - BNE
1 stop17h 35mFiji Airways
Fri 28/211:20BNE - LAX
1 stop18h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 15/1$1,126
Mon 31/313:20LAX - BNE
1 stop24h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/410:30BNE - LAX
1 stop30h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/1$1,139
Sun 9/323:35LAX - SYD
1 stop28h 15mFiji Airways
Sun 23/314:00SYD - LAX
1 stop16h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 16/1$1,143
Wed 21/520:30LAX - SYD
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/613:15SYD - LAX
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,146
Sun 2/221:45SFO - BNE
1 stop18h 35mFiji Airways
Sun 9/211:35BNE - SFO
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 16/1$1,173
Thu 6/317:00LAX - BNE
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/311:20BNE - LAX
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,176
Thu 6/309:15SFO - SYD
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/317:25SYD - SFO
1 stop24h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,181
Thu 28/823:00SFO - SYD
1 stop20h 15mFiji Airways
Tue 9/913:15SYD - SFO
1 stop17h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 15/1$1,197
Sat 6/1212:10LAX - SYD
1 stop23h 45mAir Canada
Thu 18/1216:00SYD - LAX
1 stop19h 06mAir Canada
Deal found 16/1$1,334
Thu 13/206:15LAX - MEL
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/216:50MEL - LAX
2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,355
Tue 29/723:00SFO - BNE
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/808:20BNE - SFO
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,357

Find flights from California to Australia within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from California to Australia 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 17 January 2025.

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Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

Wed 5/3

22:56-07:45

Nonstop14h 49m

Brisbane

Fri 14/3

09:45-06:05

Nonstop13h 20m

$1,125

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

Wed 12/2

22:35-10:10

1 stop17h 35m

Brisbane

Fri 28/2

11:20-11:50

1 stop18h 30m

$1,126

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

Mon 31/3

13:20-06:30

1 stop24h 10m

Brisbane

Tue 8/4

10:30-00:10

1 stop30h 40m

$1,139

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sun 9/3

23:35-21:50

1 stop28h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/3

14:00-12:50

1 stop16h 50m

$1,143

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Wed 21/5

20:30-14:40

1 stop25h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/6

13:15-12:55

1 stop16h 40m

$1,146

San FranciscoBrisbane

SFO - BNE

SFOBNE

San Francisco

Sun 2/2

21:45-10:20

1 stop18h 35m

Brisbane

Sun 9/2

11:35-12:25

1 stop18h 50m

$1,173

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

Thu 6/3

17:00-18:55

2 stops31h 55m

Brisbane

Fri 14/3

11:20-12:50

1 stop18h 30m

$1,176

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Thu 6/3

09:15-15:35

2 stops35h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/3

17:25-23:59

1 stop24h 34m

$1,181

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sun 2/3

21:45-12:30

1 stop19h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/3

14:00-13:50

1 stop17h 50m

$1,209

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sun 2/2

17:10-16:40

2 stops28h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/2

08:00-11:10

2 stops22h 10m

$1,350

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Best time to book a flight from California to Australia

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Travel insights for flights from California to Australia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Australia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Australia (average of $129). Flying from California to Australia 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 AU?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Australia as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Australia

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Australia. 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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from USCA to AU0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (19 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 Australia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia 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 Australia when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Australia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, 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 Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Australia, see what other customers have to say about Delta, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

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
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,248 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

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
8.4
Very Good
847 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

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
1,448 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

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
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

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 Australia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this California to Australia flight route?

    Within the past month, 527 users have taken a look at flights from California to Australia.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Fiji Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $521. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Australia for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Australia (average of $129). Flying from California to Australia 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 10 airlines flying from California to Australia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Australia. 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 17 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$668Average$1,449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,072Average$1,549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,149Average$1,901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$1,235Average$1,731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$1,241Average$1,615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,248Average$1,548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,274Average$1,708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,373Average$1,908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,452Average$2,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,457Average$1,858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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