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Cheap flights from Sydney to California from $527

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 30/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — LAX
8 Dec — 15 Dec1
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Cheap flight deals from Sydney to California

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 3 December 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 December 2024.

Mon 9/1211:15SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 50mQantas Airways
Mon 16/1222:40LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/12$1,511
Wed 25/1211:50SYD - LAX
1 stop21h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 31/1222:45LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,530
Mon 9/1217:25SYD - LAX
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/1222:35LAX - SYD
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,578
Tue 24/1216:15SYD - SFO
Nonstop13h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 31/120:10SFO - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,604
Tue 24/1216:15SYD - LAX
1 stop17h 31mUnited Airlines
Thu 30/122:35LAX - SYD
1 stop36h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,612
Thu 5/1211:20SYD - LAX
1 stop23h 41mAir Canada
Mon 9/1207:00LAX - SYD
1 stop31h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 2/12$1,666
Mon 9/1217:25SYD - SFO
1 stop25h 34mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/1221:45SFO - SYD
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,721
Wed 4/1211:20SYD - SFO
2 stops25h 11mAir Canada
Sun 15/1216:35SFO - SYD
1 stop22h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 2/12$1,737
Tue 24/1216:15SYD - ONT
1 stop20h 38mUnited Airlines
Wed 22/113:45ONT - SYD
2 stops48h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,744
Mon 9/1217:25SYD - LAS
1 stop17h 52mQantas Airways
Tue 10/1219:40LAS - SYD
1 stop18h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/12$1,828
Sat 7/1214:30SYD - LAX
1 stop16h 20mFiji Airways
Fri 13/1222:35LAX - SYD
1 stop18h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 2/12$1,849
Wed 25/1211:20SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 45mVirgin Australia
Mon 30/1222:40LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$1,871

Find flights from Sydney to California within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 705,290 searches. Data last updated 3 December 2024.

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SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/2

06:20-11:50

2 stops24h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 16/2

17:00-15:35

1 stop27h 35m

$1,175

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/2

11:20-06:05

Nonstop13h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 17/3

23:05-09:15

1 stop40h 10m

$1,177

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/1

11:15-06:05

Nonstop13h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/2

22:55-09:00

Nonstop15h 05m

$1,184

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/2

14:00-11:50

1 stop16h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 17/2

22:35-12:30

1 stop18h 55m

$1,194

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/1

11:15-06:05

Nonstop13h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/2

22:55-09:00

Nonstop15h 05m

$1,203

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/1

11:20-06:05

Nonstop13h 45m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/2

11:55-09:15

1 stop26h 20m

$1,218

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/1

14:15-09:26

Nonstop14h 11m

Los Angeles

Thu 6/2

22:22-08:35

Nonstop15h 13m

$1,231

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/1

17:25-19:20

1 stop20h 55m

San Diego

Thu 6/2

12:41-15:35

2 stops31h 54m

$1,232

SydneyOntario

SYD - ONT

SYDONT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/2

21:40-21:50

1 stop19h 10m

Ontario

Thu 13/3

09:05-19:45

1 stop40h 40m

$1,237

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/1

14:15-23:56

2 stops28h 41m

Oakland

Tue 28/1

06:00-08:35

2 stops31h 35m

$1,249

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to California

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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to California

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to California (average of $793). Flying from Sydney to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,118). 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 SYD to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 3 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney 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 3 December 2024.

The most flights from SYD to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 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 3 December 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, Hawaiian Airlines and Air Canada from Sydney 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.
8.6
Very Good
67 reviews

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

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
67 reviews
8.6
Very Good
67 reviews

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

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.

8.5
Very Good
1,019 reviews
8.6
Very Good
67 reviews

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

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
830 reviews
8.6
Very Good
67 reviews

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

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
1,450 reviews
8.6
Very Good
67 reviews

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

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
473 reviews
8.6
Very Good
67 reviews

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

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 Sydney 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 Sydney to California?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 7.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sydney to California.

  • How popular is this Sydney to California flight route?

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Sydney to California are Fiji Airways ($600), Delta ($819), and Hawaiian Airlines ($827).

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to California?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Sydney to California consider choosing Virgin Australia(93%), United Airlines(93%) or Air New Zealand(93%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $7,084 for a flight from Sydney to California. The cheapest flight overall is $847 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $1,024.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to California (average of $793). Flying from Sydney to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,118). 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 Sydney to California

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American AirlinesCheapest$953Average$1,519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$958Average$1,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Air CanadaCheapest$992Average$1,570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,008Average$2,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,020Average$1,686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,036Average$1,881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,044Average$1,430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,059Average$1,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,086Average$1,888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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DeltaCheapest$1,094Average$1,524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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