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Cheap flights from Sydney to California from $555

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 13/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — LAX
13 3月 — 20 3月1
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 8 3月 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,011

One-way from

$555

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,229

Good round-trip deal

$1,209 or less

Good one-way deal

$738 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 27/8-11/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 30m total
  • Sydney to California
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 13/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 40m total
  • Sydney to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($343 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($92 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 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 8 3月 2025.

週四 25/913:15SYD - LAX
1 stop16h 40mFiji Airways
週六 18/1023:55LAX - SYD
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/3$1,010
週四 13/311:15SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 50mQantas Airways
週一 17/323:45LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/3$1,195
週日 20/709:30SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 40mUnited Airlines
週五 8/819:50LAX - SYD
1 stop18h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,206
週六 29/320:50SYD - LAX
1 stop41h 55mMultiple Airlines
週三 2/417:45LAX - SYD
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3$1,208
週四 12/609:20SYD - SFO
2 stops44h 05mAir Canada
週四 19/616:35SFO - SYD
1 stop21h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 7/3$1,219
週二 4/1111:05SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 55mDelta
週二 18/1122:25LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mDelta
Deal found 7/3$1,229
週二 24/609:30SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 40mLufthansa
週三 9/722:50LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 7/3$1,241
週四 30/1010:20SYD - LAX
1 stop21h 06mAir Canada
週四 20/1117:05LAX - SYD
2 stops26h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 8/3$1,248
週五 28/317:25SYD - SFO
1 stop31h 55mMultiple Airlines
週二 1/421:55SFO - SYD
2 stops47h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,284
週二 18/1111:05SYD - LGB
2 stops24h 14mDelta
週一 24/1117:10LGB - SYD
2 stops44h 25mDelta
Deal found 7/3$1,295
週二 18/1111:05SYD - BUR
2 stops29h 39mDelta
週一 24/1110:00BUR - SYD
2 stops51h 35mDelta
Deal found 7/3$1,295
週一 10/311:15SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 50mAmerican Airlines
週三 12/312:24LAX - SYD
1 stop24h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,295

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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 8 3月 2025.

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Sydney

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週五 6/6

13:15-12:55

1 stop16h 40m

Los Angeles

週二 10/6

23:55-22:10

1 stop29h 15m

$1,011

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週四 13/3

11:15-07:05

Nonstop13h 50m

Los Angeles

週一 17/3

23:45-09:00

Nonstop15h 15m

$1,195

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週六 29/3

20:50-20:45

1 stop41h 55m

Los Angeles

週三 2/4

17:45-15:40

1 stop27h 55m

$1,208

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週一 17/3

11:20-06:50

Nonstop13h 30m

Los Angeles

週三 16/4

22:35-07:00

Nonstop15h 25m

$1,210

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週四 12/6

09:20-12:25

2 stops44h 05m

San Francisco

週四 19/6

16:35-07:20

1 stop21h 45m

$1,219

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週六 3/5

09:25-06:10

Nonstop13h 45m

Los Angeles

週六 10/5

22:25-06:35

Nonstop15h 10m

$1,229

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週三 12/3

10:25-11:10

1 stop18h 45m

Los Angeles

週日 16/3

14:25-08:35

1 stop24h 10m

$1,256

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週五 28/3

17:25-07:20

1 stop31h 55m

San Francisco

週二 1/4

21:55-15:40

2 stops47h 45m

$1,284

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週三 12/3

11:15-07:05

Nonstop13h 50m

Los Angeles

週一 17/3

23:59-06:10

2 stops36h 11m

$1,305

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週三 16/4

10:20-21:02

1 stop27h 42m

Los Angeles

週一 28/4

22:35-07:00

Nonstop15h 25m

$1,316

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to California (average of $786). 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 8 3月 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.

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 8 3月 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, Korean Air and ANA 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
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

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
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

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
1,039 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

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
8.4
Very Good
830 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

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
1,439 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

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
724 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
61 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

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 19,888 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 ($555), Qantas Airways ($725), and United Airlines ($734).

  • 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(82%), Air France(81%) or Delta(81%), 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 $6,872 for a flight from Sydney to California. The cheapest flight overall is $648 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $988.

  • 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 $786). 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 8 3月 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$792Average$1,529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$820Average$1,330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapest$902Average$1,539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$979Average$1,595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,019Average$1,646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,036Average$2,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,047Average$1,768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,065Average$1,829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,073Average$1,604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,081Average$1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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