Cheap flights from the United States to Australia from $336

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/20. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
LAX — SYD
Sep 26 — Oct 31

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

To save up to 37% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 58 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from USA to Australia from $2,144 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $2,370 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from USA to Australia?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, November can be a great choice for travel to Australia. Flights to Australia from USA in November are about $1,645 on average during November, but can be found for as low as $1,063.

When is the cheapest time to fly from USA to Australia (US - 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.

Cheap Hawaiian Airlines flights from USA to Australia

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Cheap American Airlines flights from USA to Australia

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Cheap USA to Australia flights in September & October 2023

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Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines from USA to Australia. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.8

Food

8.0

Overall

9.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

9.6

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.

Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.8

Food

8.0

Overall

9.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

9.6

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.

China Eastern
8.3
Very good
11 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.8

Food

8.0

Overall

9.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

9.6

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.

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
121 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.8

Food

8.0

Overall

9.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

9.6

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.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
64 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.8

Food

8.0

Overall

9.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

9.6

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.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
38 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.8

Food

8.0

Overall

9.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

9.6

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

Useful info, stats and facts about USA to Australia flights.

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.

Can I find flights from USA to Australia for under $800 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from USA to Australia for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Fiji Airways for just $790, but on average you can expect to pay $857.

Are there nonstop flights from USA to Australia for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from USA to Australia under $1,000. A good price for a nonstop flight from USA to Australia is less than $1,030.

Are there last-minute flights available from USA to Australia for under $1,100?

There are currently 20+ open flights from USA to Australia within the next 7 days for less than $1,100.

How popular is this USA to Australia flight route?

What does LAX to SYD mean?

Great question - LAX to SYD just means Los Angeles Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Melbourne Airport (MEL), Brisbane Airport (BNE), Perth Airport (PER), Adelaide Airport (ADL), Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport (OOL).

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.

Top 10 airlines flying from USA to Australia

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from USA to Australia choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$129Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$179Average$1,917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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JetBlueCheapest$198Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$452Average$1,472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$675Average$1,672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$770Average$1,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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ANACheapest$966Average$1,749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$981Average$1,871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$999Average$1,842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,087Average$1,533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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