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$348+ Cheap flights from California to Australia

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 3/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
Mar 1 — Mar 81
Sun 3/1
Sun 3/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Australia

Cheapest flights from California to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/1010:35 pm
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Mon 2/1611:50 am
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/28$695
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/911:35 pm
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Wed 3/2511:25 am
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/29$696
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/12:35 pm
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/308:40 pm
BNE
-
LAX
2 stops31h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$706
This CheapTickets deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapTickets is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/1511:35 pm
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sun 3/2211:50 am
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/29$711
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/1411:35 pm
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop18h 00m
Fiji Airways
Sun 3/2211:50 am
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/28$712
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/711:55 pm
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop29h 55m
Fiji Airways
Sun 5/3111:35 am
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 20m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/28$714
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/1311:05 pm
SFO
-
BNE
1 stop18h 20m
Fiji Airways
Fri 3/2011:50 am
BNE
-
SFO
1 stop18h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/28$714
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2611:55 pm
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Sat 10/3111:50 am
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/28$717
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/1610:35 pm
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Tue 3/2411:25 am
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/29$718
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/2210:05 pm
SFO
-
BNE
1 stop18h 20m
Fiji Airways
Sun 3/811:25 am
BNE
-
SFO
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/28$718
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/1610:35 pm
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop17h 50m
Fiji Airways
Wed 3/2511:25 am
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/29$719
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/411:25 pm
SFO
-
BNE
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sat 9/1911:50 pm
BNE
-
SFO
1 stop30h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/30$720

Find flight deals from California to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated January 30, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$695
(oojo)

One-way from

$348
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,023

Good round-trip deal

$860 or less

Good one-way deal

$408 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Australia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Australia that are best for you.

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Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

Wed 3/11

11:35 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop14h 45m

Brisbane

Wed 3/18

10:05 am-6:20 am

Nonstop13h 15m

$769

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

Mon 3/9

11:35 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop14h 45m

Brisbane

Wed 3/25

10:05 am-6:20 am

Nonstop13h 15m

$770

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

Mon 3/16

3:31 pm-6:30 am

1 stop21h 59m

Brisbane

Wed 4/22

10:30 am-11:48 am

1 stop18h 18m

$781

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

Fri 2/13

1:25 pm-7:30 am

1 stop24h 05m

Brisbane

Fri 2/20

11:40 am-11:00 am

1 stop17h 20m

$788

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

6:35 pm-7:30 am

1 stop18h 55m

Brisbane

Sun 3/15

10:40 am-10:09 am

1 stop16h 29m

$788

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 3/17

11:35 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 3/20

6:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$840

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 3/9

11:35 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 3/27

2:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$840

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 2/23

10:35 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/26

2:00 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$843

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sun 3/1

10:35 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 3/21

2:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$844

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sun 3/8

11:35 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/8

1:15 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$844

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Best time to book a flight from California to Australia

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Australia (average of $223). Flying from California to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $792). 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 CA to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Australia

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Australia. 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 January 30, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to AU0 are scheduled on a Thursday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Related info for your journey

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

  • How popular is this California to Australia flight route?

    This flight path from California to Australia was viewed by 78 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Australia?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Australia in 14h 45m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or Fiji Airways to get the fastest option. There are 7162 mi between California and Australia. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $291. Delta flights start at $365 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $366 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Australia (average of $223). Flying from California to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $792). 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 California to Australia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Australia. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$145Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
DeltaCheapest$157Average$1,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$368Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
ANACheapest$400Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air CanadaCheapest$403Average$965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$499Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$627Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$722Average$1,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$740Average$1,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$746Average$1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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