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Cheap flights from Australia to California from $560

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 29/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — LAX
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Australia to California

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Australia (AU0) to California (USCA). 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,081

One-way from

$560
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 18/1-18/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 45m total
  • Australia to California
29/1
  • 29/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 04m total
  • Australia to California

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Cheapest flights from Australia to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Wed 18/1211:05SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 55mDelta
Tue 11/322:10LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 25mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,210
Tue 24/1211:20SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/113:45LAX - SYD
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,689
Sat 28/1212:10SYD - LAX
1 stop30h 56mLufthansa
Sat 4/122:40LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12$1,794
Tue 24/1207:20MEL - SFO
1 stop21h 25mJapan Airlines
Sat 28/1211:35SFO - MEL
1 stop23h 05mJapan Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,819
Thu 26/1212:10SYD - ONT
1 stop29h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 19/105:10ONT - SYD
2 stops33h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,829
Wed 25/1223:55MEL - SFO
2 stops48h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/207:45SFO - MEL
1 stop37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,853
Sat 28/1213:45MEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Wed 22/122:35LAX - MEL
1 stop28h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 17/12$1,902
Mon 23/1206:00SYD - LAX
1 stop24h 50mFiji Airways
Mon 20/122:35LAX - SYD
1 stop28h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 17/12$1,908
Sun 29/1220:40SYD - LAX
1 stop41h 20mAir China
Sat 11/121:05LAX - SYD
1 stop47h 25mAir China
Deal found 17/12$1,980
Tue 24/1211:20SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 45mVirgin Australia
Tue 7/116:10LAX - SYD
1 stop22h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/12$2,023
Tue 31/1208:55SYD - LAX
2 stops19h 55mAir Tahiti Nui
Tue 15/723:55LAX - SYD
2 stops24h 55mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 17/12$2,061
Thu 26/1210:45BNE - LAX
1 stop20h 33mAir Canada
Tue 28/114:15LAX - BNE
1 stop24h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 18/12$2,083

Find flights from Australia to California within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia 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 19 December 2024.

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SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/1

06:00-11:50

1 stop24h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 18/3

23:35-12:30

1 stop18h 55m

$1,081

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/1

17:25-23:59

1 stop25h 34m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/2

17:00-07:25

2 stops43h 25m

$1,087

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 17/1

13:45-11:50

1 stop17h 05m

Los Angeles

Fri 17/1

22:35-12:45

1 stop19h 10m

$1,149

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 19/2

16:50-23:52

1 stop26h 02m

Los Angeles

Sat 22/2

09:15-16:20

1 stop36h 05m

$1,151

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/1

11:20-06:05

Nonstop13h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/2

22:40-09:05

Nonstop15h 25m

$1,183

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/1

11:20-06:05

Nonstop13h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/2

19:15-09:15

1 stop19h 00m

$1,186

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/1

11:20-06:05

Nonstop13h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/2

22:40-09:05

Nonstop15h 25m

$1,194

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/1

14:15-09:26

Nonstop14h 11m

Los Angeles

Sun 16/2

20:35-06:50

Nonstop15h 15m

$1,197

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/2

12:10-00:06

1 stop30h 56m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/2

22:40-09:05

Nonstop15h 25m

$1,211

MelbourneLos Angeles

AVV - LAX

AVVLAX

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 19/3

06:00-12:50

2 stops24h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 30/3

23:45-22:50

2 stops29h 05m

$1,227

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to California

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Travel insights for flights from Australia to California

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to California (average of $793). Flying from Australia to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,319). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Australia to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Australia to California. 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 19 December 2024.

The most flights from AU0 to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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 19 December 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Australia to California, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, American Airlines and Philippine Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

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.

8.6
Very Good
65 reviews
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

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.

8.4
Very Good
1,273 reviews
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

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.

8.4
Very Good
839 reviews
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

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.

8.3
Very Good
1,442 reviews
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

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.

8.3
Very Good
477 reviews
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

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.

Australia to California Travel Guide

California is one of the most popular states in the USA, reeling in over 260 million visitors each year.

Most people head for the Pacific coast where curving highways sew together big cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco and Santa Monica. And the national parks are basically one big travel bucket list – from wild Yosemite National Park to the desert-dry Joshua Tree National Park.

But how to get there? Direct flights jet off from a couple of Australian cities. You’re looking at around 16 hours’ flight time.

Some of the shortest flights are the direct ones. So you could hop on a flight from Sydney to Los Angeles or San Francisco (around 15 hours long). Flight times are an hour or two longer from southerly cities like Melbourne (17 hours).

Perth is too far away for a direct flight, so you’ll have to book an indirect flight to California. These can last from 22 hours long.

Over in the USA, California is your oyster. Los Angeles International Airport and San Francisco International Airport are the two big-hitters. Or there’s always San Diego International Airport, John Wayne International Airport in Santa Ana, or Palm Springs Airport.

California isn’t nicknamed the Golden State for nothing. This south-west corner of the USA ticks off sandy beaches, heat-struck deserts, sulphuric national parks – plus some of the most famous cities on the planet.

Book direct flights from Australia to California, and you could land in Los Angeles or San Francisco. Other popular routes include San Diego, near the Mexican border, and Sacramento, the historic state capital.

Spectacular scenery is never far away from the cities. The coastal Big Sur highway is one of the world’s most dramatic drives, while the Sierra Nevada mountains serve up Lake Tahoe and grand Yosemite National Park.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Australia to California?

    It depends – where are you flying from and to?

  • Which airlines operate flights from Australia to California?

    Loads. You could fly with Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia and United Airlines – or combine a couple, if you don’t mind a stopover.

  • How frequent are flights between Australia and California?

    Thanks to the huge choice of routes, Australia to California flights jet off all day, every day.

  • Which airports serve Australia and California?

    Popular Australian airports include Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Melbourne (Tullamarine) Airport, Darwin International Airport, Brisbane Airport, Hobart Airport and Perth Airport. But you could also start from a smaller airport like Gold Coast Airport or Adelaide Airport.

  • Which direct flight route between Australia and California is cheapest?

    It’s often cheapest to fly from Sydney to Los Angeles, closely followed by San Francisco. Alternatively, hop on a direct flight from Melbourne to Los Angeles – the prices can dip nice and low.

  • How popular is this Australia to California flight route?

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $597 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $746 and Delta from $754 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to California (average of $793). Flying from Australia to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,319). 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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DeltaCheapest$892Average$1,432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapest$911Average$1,729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$967Average$1,919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$981Average$1,705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$985Average$1,595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,075Average$1,536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$1,100Average$1,901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest$1,173Average$1,318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$1,233Average$1,555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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ANACheapest$1,279Average$1,909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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