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$472+ Cheap flights from Australia to California

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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — LAX
Jul 13 — Jul 201
Mon 7/13
Mon 7/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Australia to California
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This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1111:35 am
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Thu 11/510:35 pm
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/12$722
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2111:35 am
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Tue 7/2811:55 pm
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop17h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/12$723
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/2611:35 am
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Sun 8/211:55 pm
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/11$724
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/511:35 am
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Wed 8/1211:55 pm
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/13$725
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1911:35 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop30h 30m
Fiji Airways
Fri 7/311:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/8$727
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/291:25 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Tue 8/1111:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/10$728
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/211:40 am
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 20m
Fiji Airways
Thu 11/1210:35 pm
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/9$729
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/511:50 am
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 15m
Fiji Airways
Fri 10/1611:55 pm
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/9$730
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/181:30 pm
MEL
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
Fiji Airways
Tue 9/2911:55 pm
LAX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/10$732
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/2411:35 am
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 30m
Fiji Airways
Sun 7/2611:55 pm
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/13$733
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 7/231:15 pm
SYD
-
LAS
2 stops26h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/288:07 am
LAS
-
SYD
2 stops45h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$734
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Sat 8/111:55 am
BNE
-
LAX
1 stop18h 10m
Fiji Airways
Mon 8/3111:55 pm
LAX
-
BNE
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/13$734

Find flight deals from Australia to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to California flight deals. Data was last updated June 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$722
(BYOjet)

One-way from

$472
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$917

Good round-trip deal

$897 or less

Good one-way deal

$552 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($58 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Australia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to California that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/13

10:20 am-11:57 am

1 stop18h 37m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/29

5:05 pm-6:55 am

1 stop20h 50m

$757

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/14

9:30 am-6:10 am

Nonstop13h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/25

10:45 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop15h 15m

$783

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/16

9:30 am-6:10 am

Nonstop13h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/6

10:55 am-6:55 am

1 stop27h 00m

$783

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/22

10:40 am-5:40 am

Nonstop14h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 12/6

10:25 pm-8:30 am

Nonstop15h 05m

$786

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/22

11:20 am-6:05 am

Nonstop13h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 12/6

9:15 am-6:20 am

1 stop26h 05m

$786

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/28

10:20 am-7:18 pm

1 stop25h 58m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/29

10:40 pm-8:05 am

Nonstop15h 25m

$788

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/13

10:20 am-12:19 am

1 stop30h 59m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/25

10:45 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop15h 15m

$789

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 10/28

1:45 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/30

11:35 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$802

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/24

10:30 am-6:10 am

Nonstop13h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/14

10:40 pm-9:05 am

Nonstop15h 25m

$818

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

Fri 11/13

11:25 am-12:00 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/17

10:35 pm-10:15 am

1 stop17h 40m

$833

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Australia with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to California

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to California (average of $833). Flying from Australia to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,173). 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 AU to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia 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 June 13, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Australia to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 15% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Australia to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Australia 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 June 13, 2026.

The most flights from AU0 to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

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

The price you pay for your flight from Australia to California may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 71 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Australia to California. Price data was last updated on June 13, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to California flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 June 13, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andDelta from Australia 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.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
243 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
243 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
243 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
645 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
243 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,406 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
243 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,046 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
243 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,816 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
243 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to California. 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 Australia to California flight route?

    This flight path from Australia to California was viewed by 39 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 Australia to California?

    United Airlines, Delta, and Fiji Airways can get you from Australia to California in just under 14h. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 37m. The distance between Australia and California is about 7489 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Fiji Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $306. Users have also found prices from $412 and $417 on Delta and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to California (average of $833). Flying from Australia to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,173). 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 Australia to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$501Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$626Average$1,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$639Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$658Average$866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$693Average$1,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$707Average$998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air New ZealandCheapest$716Average$876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$917Average$1,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,109Average$1,315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,311Average$1,894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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