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Cheapest flights from USA to Australia

Mon 9/2811:55 pm -
1 stop29h 30m
Tue 10/62:15 pm -
1 stop16h 50m
Deal found 8/24$796
Sat 9/1911:55 pm -
1 stop29h 30m
Mon 9/281:15 pm -
1 stop16h 50m
Deal found 8/27$802
Sun 10/1811:55 pm -
1 stop28h 30m
Tue 10/272:00 pm -
1 stop17h 00m
Deal found 8/26$806
Tue 9/2211:55 pm -
1 stop29h 30m
Tue 11/102:00 pm -
1 stop17h 00m
Deal found 8/25$807
Tue 10/2011:55 pm -
1 stop18h 55m
Tue 10/272:00 pm -
1 stop17h 00m
Deal found 8/29$808
Sun 10/1811:55 pm -
1 stop28h 30m
Wed 10/282:00 pm -
1 stop17h 00m
Deal found 8/25$809
Mon 9/2811:55 pm -
1 stop18h 55m
Sun 10/182:15 pm -
1 stop16h 50m
Deal found 8/27$811
Mon 10/1911:55 pm -
1 stop18h 55m
Tue 10/272:00 pm -
1 stop17h 00m
Deal found 8/26$813
Sun 9/1311:55 pm -
1 stop18h 55m
Thu 9/241:15 pm -
1 stop16h 50m
Deal found 8/24$814
Wed 10/2111:55 pm -
1 stop18h 55m
Tue 10/272:00 pm -
1 stop17h 00m
Deal found 8/27$816
Sun 10/113:00 pm -
2 stops26h 40m
Sun 10/1810:20 am -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 8/28$867
Wed 10/288:10 pm -
1 stop18h 45m
Tue 4/279:10 am -
2 stops21h 10m
Deal found 8/27$890

Find flight deals from USA to Australia

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$801
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$369
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,243

Good round-trip deal

$889 or less

Good one-way deal

$503 or less
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From USA to Australia
One-way flight from USA to Australia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($211 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($55 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from USA to Australia.
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Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX Los Angeles - MEL Melbourne

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Wed 10/21

10:50 pm-8:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 11/3

10:10 am-5:55 am

Nonstop14h 45m

$976

Los AngelesSydney

LAX Los Angeles - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Wed 10/21

4:10 pm-7:55 am

1 stop21h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/28

10:20 am-6:05 am

Nonstop13h 45m

$979

Los AngelesSydney

LAX Los Angeles - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sun 9/6

11:45 am-6:55 am

1 stop26h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/14

9:30 am-6:10 am

Nonstop13h 40m

$985

Los AngelesSydney

LAX Los Angeles - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 9/29

1:25 pm-6:55 am

1 stop24h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/19

10:30 am-6:10 am

Nonstop13h 40m

$985

Los AngelesSydney

LAX Los Angeles - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sat 10/24

10:35 pm-9:20 am

1 stop40h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/10

11:20 am-6:05 am

Nonstop13h 45m

$996

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX Los Angeles - MEL Melbourne

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 9/13

10:55 am-8:15 am

1 stop28h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 10/5

11:55 am-12:01 pm

1 stop18h 06m

$1,002

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX Los Angeles - MEL Melbourne

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 9/7

6:45 pm-8:15 am

1 stop20h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 9/20

10:55 am-3:35 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$1,015

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX Los Angeles - MEL Melbourne

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 11/10

7:45 pm-10:30 am

1 stop19h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 12/1

12:45 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop25h 32m

$1,015

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX Los Angeles - MEL Melbourne

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Sun 10/18

10:50 pm-8:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 10/31

9:10 am-5:55 am

Nonstop14h 45m

$1,025

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX Los Angeles - MEL Melbourne

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Mon 10/19

10:50 pm-8:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 11/14

10:10 am-5:55 am

Nonstop14h 45m

$1,025

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Australia

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Australia

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Australia (average of $1,130). Flying from USA to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,617). 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 US to AU?

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

Weekly flight availability from USA to Australia

The most flights from US0 to AU0 are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How often are flights from the United States to Australia delayed?

About 24% of weekly flights between United States and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 132 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Australia flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Australia flights?

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from USA to Australia?

The price you pay for your flight from USA to Australia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United States to Australia, such as Fiji Airways,Delta, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Related info for your journey

  • What airports serve USA to Australia flights?

    Travelers who are going to Australia from the USA will find flights available from Los Angeles International Airport into Brisbane Airport. Los Angeles Airport is located 18 miles from the city center and has four parallel runways. Brisbane Airport is a hub for Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar. Los Angeles also offers flights into Melbourne at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, which is 14 miles from the city center. This is the second busiest airport found in Australia. Another common destination in Australia is Sydney, which can be reached from Honolulu, Hawaii. Sydney Airport is the largest in the country and is a hub for many airlines like Jetstar and Tigerair.

  • Which airlines fly directly from USA to Australia?

    Passengers looking for direct, nonstop flights will have several choices when leaving from Los Angeles International Airport. Direct, nonstop flights are available to Brisbane from Hawaiian Airlines, Virgin Australia, Qantas, and American Airlines. This airport also serves Sydney through Delta Air Lines, Virgin Australia, and Qantas. Travelers can also reach Melbourne on a direct flight. While many other cities offer flights to Australia from the USA, the vast majority of flights have at least one stopover between the two locations. These flights can be fairly long so that may not be a problem for many travelers.

  • What are the stopover options between USA to Australia?

    Leaving from Los Angeles for Melbourne, there are dozens of flights that have a stop or more involved. Some of the stops include Brisbane Airport, Sydney Airport, and Canberra Airport. In addition to single stop flights, there are flights with two stops. In most cases, the flights with additional stops are going to be the least expensive option for travelers on a budget. There are also stopover flights from many other airports in the United States in places including Boston, Colorado Springs, and Salt Lake City going to many destinations in Australia.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from the USA to Australia?

    Visiting Australia from the United States requires both a passport and a visa. Travelers are eligible for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) for tourism or business purposes.

  • How popular is this USA to Australia flight route?

  • How long is the flight from USA to Australia?

    For as low as $976, Delta can have you in Australia from USA in 16h. The distance between USA and Australia is about 7922 mi. 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 USA to Australia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $139. However, be on the lookout for offers from Fiji Airways and Philippine Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from USA to Australia for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Australia (average of $1,130). Flying from USA to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,617). 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from the USA to Australia?

    If you plan on traveling to Australia from the USA, you should travel with an eco-friendly airline. This is because by doing so, you’d be participating in sustainable travel. Delta Airlines is one of the eco-friendly air travel companies that offer flights to Australia from the USA. In its efforts to reduce its fuel emissions, the company has been purchasing new aircraft that consume less fuel, as it is conscious that jet fuel is the leading contributor to the carbon footprint. Hawaiian Airlines is another environmentally friendly airline that has flights that ply the USA to Australia route. A company dedicated to bettering itself, this airline connects its parked planes to efficient external sources of electricity. The company has registered a reduction in the amount of jet fuel the aircraft use to keep its systems and equipment due to this move.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from the USA to Australia?

    To fly sustainably from the USA to Australia, you should fly during the day. This is because, at night, airplanes make clouds that typically obstruct radiation from the earth from escaping. If each passenger in a plane carried less luggage, their aircraft would produce fewer emissions. Hence, another way to lessen your environmental impact when flying to Australia from the USA is by packing as lightly as you can. Apart from the methods mentioned above, you can reduce your carbon footprint while flying by calculating the emissions your flight has produced and purchasing an equal amount of carbon offsets. By doing so, you’ll be contributing the funds used by conservation organizations to set up projects that minimize the effects of emissions.

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Top 10 airlines flying from USA to Australia

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$55Average$103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$117Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$403Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
ANACheapest$407Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$500Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$521Average$893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$523Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air New ZealandCheapest$713Average$1,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$730Average$1,431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$750Average$1,434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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