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Cheap flights from Sydney to California from $578

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — LAX
17 Apr — 24 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to California flight deals. Data was last updated 12 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,057

One-way from

$578

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,430

Good round-trip deal

$1,341 or less

Good one-way deal

$769 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 16/5-6/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 55m total
  • Sydney to California
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 5/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 40m total
  • Sydney to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($345 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($95 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to California.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to California.
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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 12 April 2025.

Fri 16/513:15SYD - LAX
1 stop16h 40mFiji Airways
Fri 6/623:55LAX - SYD
1 stop29h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 10/4$1,057
Fri 2/513:15SYD - LAX
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/507:00LAX - SYD
1 stop38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,167
Sat 20/911:50SYD - LAX
1 stop38h 10mAir New Zealand
Sat 18/1020:10LAX - SYD
1 stop20h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/4$1,175
Sun 5/1014:15SYD - SFO
1 stop17h 10mFiji Airways
Sun 26/1023:25SFO - SYD
1 stop19h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,234
Thu 1/510:00SYD - SFO
2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/522:55SFO - SYD
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$1,252
Tue 21/1009:55SYD - SFO
1 stop19h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 18/1119:50SFO - SYD
1 stop17h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/4$1,287
Fri 2/509:30SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 15/522:35LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,319
Thu 8/509:10SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 25/522:50LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,356
Sat 5/709:25SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 55mDelta
Mon 28/722:40LAX - SYD
Nonstop14h 55mDelta
Deal found 11/4$1,369
Wed 30/709:30SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 40mLufthansa
Sun 24/822:50LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 11/4$1,374
Thu 22/516:20SYD - SAN
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/518:32SAN - SYD
2 stops51h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4$1,378
Tue 13/509:30SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 35mAir Canada
Sat 31/518:25LAX - SYD
1 stop19h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 11/4$1,388

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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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 12 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to California that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 16/5

13:15-12:55

1 stop16h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/6

23:55-22:10

1 stop29h 15m

$1,057

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/5

13:15-12:55

1 stop16h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 15/5

07:00-14:40

1 stop38h 40m

$1,167

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 20/9

11:50-09:00

1 stop38h 10m

Los Angeles

Sat 18/10

20:10-10:35

1 stop20h 25m

$1,175

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/10

14:15-13:25

1 stop17h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 26/10

23:25-12:45

1 stop19h 20m

$1,234

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/5

10:00-13:50

2 stops20h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 10/5

22:55-11:45

1 stop19h 50m

$1,252

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 4/8

11:50-12:50

1 stop18h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 15/8

22:05-08:45

1 stop17h 40m

$1,265

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/5

09:30-06:05

Nonstop13h 35m

Los Angeles

Thu 15/5

22:35-07:00

Nonstop15h 25m

$1,319

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/5

09:10-06:00

Nonstop13h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 25/5

22:50-07:05

Nonstop15h 15m

$1,356

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/7

09:25-06:20

Nonstop13h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 28/7

22:40-06:35

Nonstop14h 55m

$1,369

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/7

09:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 24/8

22:50-07:00

Nonstop15h 10m

$1,374

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to California

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to California (average of $784). Flying from Sydney 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 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 12 April 2025.

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 12 April 2025.

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 12 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, Korean Air and Japan Airlines 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.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
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Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,060 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
1,440 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
8.3
Very Good
837 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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?

    This flight path from Sydney Kingsford Smith to California was viewed by 20,001 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • 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 ($578), Sichuan Airlines ($759), and Qantas Airways ($820).

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

    The most popular route from Sydney to California is Sydney Kingsford Smith - Los Angeles. You may also consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - San Francisco or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Ontario.

  • 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 KLM(87%), United Airlines(82%) or Air New Zealand(82%), 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 $8,441 for a flight from Sydney to California. The cheapest flight overall is $691 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $1,041.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to California (average of $784). Flying from Sydney 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 10 airlines flying from Sydney to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 12 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$800Average$1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$824Average$1,482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$908Average$1,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$991Average$1,736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,026Average$1,570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,046Average$2,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,058Average$1,777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,084Average$1,608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,093Average$1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,137Average$2,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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