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$454+ Cheap flights from California to Sydney (SYD)

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 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
Jun 12 — Jun 191
Fri 6/12
Fri 6/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Sydney

Cheapest flights from California to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 13, 2026.

This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/711:10 pm
LAX
-
SYD
Nonstop14h 55m
Qantas Airways
Wed 3/37:05 am
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop18h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/9$770
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1711:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Mon 6/11:15 pm
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/11$823
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Tue 9/111:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Sun 9/201:15 pm
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/13$833
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1011:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Mon 5/251:15 pm
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/8$834
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/411:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Tue 8/181:15 pm
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/12$836
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2711:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Wed 8/121:15 pm
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/12$838
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/411:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Wed 10/212:15 pm
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/11$839
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/111:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Mon 6/81:15 pm
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/12$842
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/111:55 pm
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Sat 9/51:15 pm
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/12$843
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Wed 9/211:25 pm
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop19h 25m
Fiji Airways
Sat 9/121:15 pm
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/13$958
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/211:25 pm
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop19h 25m
Fiji Airways
Wed 8/266:00 am
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop24h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/9$973
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1611:25 pm
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop19h 25m
Fiji Airways
Sun 8/236:00 am
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop24h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 5/10$994

Find flight deals from California to Sydney

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

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$770
(lastminute.com)

One-way from

$454
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$895

Good round-trip deal

$992 or less

Good one-way deal

$618 or less
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One-way flight from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($105 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Sydney 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 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Sydney that are best for you.

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Price

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Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Wed 9/23

10:55 pm-6:50 am

Nonstop14h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/14

10:15 am-6:00 am

Nonstop13h 45m

$997

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 6/22

10:45 pm-6:50 am

Nonstop15h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/6

9:15 am-6:05 am

Nonstop13h 50m

$997

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 5/25

1:25 pm-6:55 am

1 stop24h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/2

9:30 am-6:10 am

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,001

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 9/1

10:55 am-6:55 am

1 stop27h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/8

9:30 am-6:10 am

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,001

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 5/25

10:55 am-6:55 am

1 stop27h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/22

9:30 am-6:10 am

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,001

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Wed 5/27

8:22 pm-6:55 am

1 stop17h 33m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/8

9:30 am-6:10 am

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,001

Las VegasSydney

LAS - SYD

LASSYD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 5/17

11:56 am-6:55 am

2 stops25h 59m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/31

10:20 am-4:11 pm

1 stop22h 51m

$1,004

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Wed 7/8

10:45 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop15h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/18

10:20 am-2:08 pm

1 stop20h 48m

$1,007

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Wed 8/26

10:45 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop15h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/12

9:30 am-6:10 am

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,047

Long BeachSydney

LGB - SYD

LGBSYD

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 7/6

7:00 am-6:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/10

8:45 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop17h 01m

$1,071

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Best time to book a flight from California to Sydney

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

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

The best time to book flights from California to Sydney is 38 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 California to Sydney?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sydney (average of $851). Flying from California to Sydney in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,191). 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 CA to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 13, 2026.

When flying from California to Sydney, 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 California to Sydney

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Sydney. 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 13, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to SYD are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Sydney?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Sydney. 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 into for flights to Sydney from California?

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

  • How popular is this California to Sydney flight route?

    This flight path from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith was viewed by 100 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 California to Sydney?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Sydney in 14h 55m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from California to Sydney 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 California to Sydney one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $312 on Philippine Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from $318 and Fiji Airways from $346 one-way.

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

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

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

    Before booking your flight to Sydney from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (58%), Alaska Airlines (58%), Qantas Airways( 58%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Sydney?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Sydney is $507. On average you can expect to pay $3,162. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for $833.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sydney (average of $851). Flying from California to Sydney in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,191). 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 California to Sydney

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Sydney. 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 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$117Average$1,081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$400Average$744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air CanadaCheapest$443Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$500Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$523Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$611Average$1,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$669Average$837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$769Average$1,135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$828Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$835Average$1,214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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