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$509+ Cheap flights from Sydney (SYD) 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 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — LAX
May 23 — May 301
Sat 5/23
Sat 5/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 23, 2026.

This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/231:15 pm
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Thu 4/3011:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/22$694
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sun 5/31:15 pm
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop17h 40m
Fiji Airways
Wed 5/610:35 pm
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop30h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/19$716
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Thu 5/76:00 am
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop24h 05m
Fiji Airways
Thu 5/1411:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/19$716
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Thu 4/306:00 am
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop24h 05m
Fiji Airways
Thu 8/1311:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/22$749
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 4/221:20 pm
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 45m
Fiji Airways
Wed 4/2211:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/20$750
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 7/221:15 pm
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Wed 7/2911:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/23$754
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Fri 4/241:15 pm
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sun 5/1011:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/20$755
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/71:15 pm
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Mon 5/1111:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/20$758
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/96:00 am
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop24h 05m
Fiji Airways
Wed 5/1311:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/22$759
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/231:15 pm
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Wed 5/611:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/20$762
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/271:15 pm
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Thu 4/3011:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/20$763
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/66:00 am
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop24h 05m
Fiji Airways
Wed 5/1311:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/22$764

Find flight deals from Sydney to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to California flight deals. Data was last updated April 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$716
(Aunt Betty)

One-way from

$509
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$914

Good round-trip deal

$1,143 or less

Good one-way deal

$857 or less
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One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($66 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 April 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney 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 6/1

1:15 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/13

11:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop18h 55m

$866

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/1

1:15 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/14

11:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop18h 55m

$866

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/2

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop24h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/13

11:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop18h 55m

$866

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/31

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop24h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/13

11:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop18h 55m

$866
Quickest round-trip

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/18

9:10 am-6:00 am

Nonstop13h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/25

11:05 pm-7:05 am

Nonstop15h 00m

$916

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/19

10:20 am-1:43 pm

1 stop20h 23m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/26

8:22 pm-6:55 am

1 stop17h 33m

$991

SydneySanta Ana

SYD - SNA

SYDSNA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/11

9:15 am-9:54 pm

2 stops29h 39m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 5/18

5:05 pm-6:50 am

2 stops20h 45m

$997

SydneyLas Vegas

SYD - LAS

SYDLAS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/19

9:30 am-2:41 pm

2 stops22h 11m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 6/2

1:36 pm-7:00 am

2 stops24h 24m

$1,022

SydneyLong Beach

SYD - LGB

SYDLGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/16

8:45 pm-9:07 pm

1 stop17h 22m

Long Beach Municipal

Sat 5/23

8:12 am-6:50 pm

1 stop17h 38m

$1,030

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/20

2:15 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/31

11:35 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$1,069

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to California

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

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

The best time to book flights from Sydney to California is 16 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to California (average of $745). Flying from Sydney to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,095). 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 SYD to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 April 23, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to California at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sydney to California. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to California flight should consider departing on Friday 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.

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney 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 April 23, 2026.

The most flights from SYD 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 much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sydney to California?

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 April 23, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways,Delta, andQantas Airways from Sydney to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
240 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
240 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
240 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
8,438 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
240 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
1,025 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
240 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
9,636 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
240 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,662 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
240 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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 Sydney to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to California?

    For a flight from Sydney to California, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 4.6 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this Sydney to California flight route?

    The Sydney Kingsford Smith to California flight path was viewed by 64 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 Sydney to California?

    A quick flight from Sydney to California can take about 13h 50m. Fiji Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $916. Sydney and California are separated by a distance of 7489 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 Sydney to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $316. Delta flights start at $375 while deals on United Airlines start at $422 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Sydney to California?

    While some choose either Sydney Kingsford Smith - San Francisco or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Ontario, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Los Angeles is the most popular route from Sydney to California.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to California?

    Before booking your flight to California from Sydney, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (73%), Virgin Australia (67%), United Airlines( 67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $5,527 for a flight from Sydney to California. The cheapest flight overall is $568 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $749.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to California (average of $745). Flying from Sydney to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,095). 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 8 airlines flying from Sydney to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 April 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$584Average$814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$652Average$840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$658Average$821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$701Average$1,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$707Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$719Average$1,502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$761Average$1,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$781Average$947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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