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$345+ Cheap flights from Australia to California

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SYD — LAX
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$692
(Jetabroad)

One-way from

$345
(BYOjet)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$764

Good round-trip deal

$791 or less

Good one-way deal

$496 or less
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This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/311:40 amBNE - LAX
1 stop18h 15mFiji Airways
Tue 6/1011:55 pmLAX - BNE
1 stop17h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/29$693
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/262:15 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop16h 40mFiji Airways
Sat 11/111:45 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop18h 45mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/29$693
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/32:15 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop16h 35mFiji Airways
Wed 12/310:45 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/29$716
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/54:20 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/158:40 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$727
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1012:55 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2110:10 amLAX - MEL
2 stops42h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$750
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1111:35 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop31h 15mFiji Airways
Thu 6/1910:55 pmSFO - MEL
1 stop20h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/30$757
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/31:15 pmSYD - SFO
1 stop17h 35mFiji Airways
Sat 6/1410:55 pmSFO - SYD
1 stop19h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/29$764
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/304:20 pmSYD - SFO
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/97:50 pmSFO - SYD
1 stop25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$769
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/36:00 amBNE - LAX
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/1011:55 pmLAX - BNE
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$779
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/199:30 amSYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/2810:50 pmLAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$788
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/99:25 amSYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Thu 6/1910:30 pmLAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/30$798
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/46:05 amBNE - LAX
2 stops25h 19mAir Canada
Wed 11/1212:45 pmLAX - BNE
1 stop25h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$800

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Australia

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/13

1:15 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/17

11:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop18h 50m

$692

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

Tue 6/3

11:40 am-12:55 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/10

11:55 pm-10:25 am

1 stop17h 30m

$693

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/5

4:20 pm-8:15 am

1 stop32h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/15

8:40 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$727

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Tue 6/10

12:55 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/21

10:10 am-9:20 pm

2 stops42h 10m

$750

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 10/22

2:25 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/1

11:45 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$763

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/30

4:20 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops24h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 8/9

7:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$769

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/19

9:30 am-6:10 am

Nonstop13h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/29

10:32 am-6:55 am

1 stop27h 23m

$789

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/21

9:25 am-6:10 am

Nonstop13h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/24

10:40 pm-6:35 am

Nonstop14h 55m

$798

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/6

9:30 am-6:10 am

Nonstop13h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 8/29

10:50 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop15h 10m

$802

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/10

10:20 am-4:08 pm

1 stop23h 48m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/1

6:30 pm-8:35 am

1 stop20h 05m

$817

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to California (average of $246). Flying from Australia to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 May 1, 2025.

When flying from Australia to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from AU0 to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

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 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, EVA Air and Japan Airlines 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.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

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
8.8
Very good
62 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

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.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

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
1,464 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

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
8.3
Very good
732 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

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
8.3
Very good
852 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Crew

9.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

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.

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  • How popular is this Australia to California flight route?

    This flight path from Australia to California was viewed by 67 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 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 $345. Users have also found prices from $421 and $424 on United Airlines and Lufthansa, 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.

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    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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to California (average of $246). Flying from Australia to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$455Average$1,452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$469Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$478Average$1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$502Average$841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$578Average$1,238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$612Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$700Average$1,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$708Average$1,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$819Average$1,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$896Average$1,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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