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Cheap flights from Darwin to California from $912

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 20/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DRW — LAX
26 Jan — 2 Feb1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Darwin to California

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Darwin (DRW) 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 21 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,605

One-way from

$912
9/2-12/2
  • 9/2-12/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 60h 20m total
  • Darwin to California
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20/6
  • 20/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 50m total
  • 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 January 2025.

Sun 9/200:25DRW - LAX
2 stops28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/222:35LAX - DRW
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,605
Wed 30/700:35DRW - LAX
2 stops38h 27mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/922:40LAX - DRW
1 stop32h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,810
Thu 31/715:45DRW - LAX
1 stop46h 25mSingapore Airlines
Mon 1/923:40LAX - DRW
1 stop32h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,931
Fri 7/315:55DRW - SFO
1 stop33h 25mSingapore Airlines
Fri 14/310:40SFO - DRW
1 stop59h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/1$2,106
Fri 7/316:25DRW - SFO
2 stops22h 01mQantas Airways
Fri 14/318:00SFO - DRW
2 stops26h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/1$2,160
Fri 7/318:40DRW - SFO
2 stops43h 35mVirgin Australia
Fri 14/323:05SFO - DRW
1 stop21h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 20/1$2,283
Fri 7/316:25DRW - SFO
2 stops22h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/318:00SFO - DRW
3 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$2,390
Thu 6/300:30DRW - SFO
3 stops33h 41mFiji Airways
Fri 14/318:00SFO - DRW
3 stops37h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/1$2,677
Fri 7/313:15DRW - SFO
2 stops44h 35mCathay Pacific
Thu 13/300:35SFO - DRW
2 stops46h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/1$2,744
Sun 9/200:55DRW - LAX
3 stops34h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 12/221:20LAX - DRW
2 stops26h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/1$2,838
Mon 10/213:20DRW - LAX
3 stops40h 51mVirgin Australia
Wed 12/218:00LAX - DRW
2 stops30h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 21/1$2,846

Find flights from Darwin to California within your budget

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DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Sun 9/2

00:25-11:50

2 stops28h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/2

22:35-23:30

2 stops31h 25m

$1,605

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Mon 10/2

18:40-06:50

1 stop29h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/2

22:35-17:55

1 stop25h 50m

$1,899

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

Fri 7/3

15:55-07:50

1 stop33h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 14/3

10:40-15:00

1 stop59h 50m

$2,106

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

Fri 7/3

16:25-20:56

2 stops22h 01m

San Francisco

Fri 14/3

18:00-12:30

2 stops26h 00m

$2,160

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Sat 21/6

15:45-21:40

1 stop22h 25m

Los Angeles

Fri 18/7

20:40-14:45

1 stop49h 35m

$2,200

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

Fri 7/3

18:40-20:45

2 stops43h 35m

San Francisco

Fri 14/3

23:05-12:35

1 stop21h 00m

$2,283

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

Fri 7/3

16:25-20:56

2 stops22h 01m

San Francisco

Fri 14/3

18:00-14:30

3 stops28h 00m

$2,390

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

Thu 6/3

00:30-16:41

3 stops33h 41m

San Francisco

Fri 14/3

18:00-23:40

3 stops37h 10m

$2,677

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

Fri 7/3

13:15-16:20

2 stops44h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 13/3

00:35-15:40

2 stops46h 35m

$2,744

DarwinLos Angeles

DRW - LAX

DRWLAX

Darwin

Sun 9/2

00:55-17:25

3 stops34h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/2

21:20-16:55

2 stops26h 05m

$2,838

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Best time to book a flight from Darwin to California

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Travel insights for flights from Darwin to California

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to California (average of $793). Flying from Darwin 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 DRW to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Darwin 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 21 January 2025.

When flying from Darwin to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 21 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Singapore Airlines from Darwin to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
188 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
824 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
830 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
435 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Darwin to California. 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 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.

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

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

  • 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?

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

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

    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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to California (average of $793). Flying from Darwin 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Darwin to California

Discover the top 4 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 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,519Average$1,649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,543Average$1,893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,609Average$1,915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,698Average$2,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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