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$381+ Cheap flights from California to Australia

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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$789
(oojo)

One-way from

$381
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$990

Good round-trip deal

$839 or less

Good one-way deal

$487 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 5/2710:45 pmSFO - SYD
1 stop20h 00mFiji Airways
Tue 6/36:15 amSYD - SFO
1 stop24h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 3/28$789
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/97:45 amLAX - SYD
2 stops37h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/94:20 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop24h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$799
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/167:00 amSFO - SYD
1 stop38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/124:20 pmSYD - SFO
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$811
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/111:20 amLAX - SYD
1 stop24h 55mANA
Tue 11/1112:25 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop24h 25mANA
Deal found 3/27$824
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/185:10 pmLAX - SYD
2 stops24h 30mAir Canada
Sun 6/19:20 amSYD - LAX
1 stop18h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$847
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 4/87:00 amLAX - MEL
1 stop39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/233:45 pmMEL - LAX
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$851
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/1212:09 amSFO - MEL
2 stops42h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/2412:55 pmMEL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$851
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 5/711:55 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop29h 15mFiji Airways
Mon 5/121:15 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop16h 40mFiji Airways
Deal found 3/27$857
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/1810:10 pmLAX - BNE
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/311:40 amBNE - LAX
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$879
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/1811:55 pmLAX - BNE
1 stop17h 30mFiji Airways
Tue 6/311:40 amBNE - LAX
1 stop18h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 3/27$884
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/202:30 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops27h 35mAir Canada
Wed 6/46:00 amMEL - LAX
2 stops24h 28mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$893
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 9/911:55 pmLAX - BNE
1 stop41h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 9/2411:15 amBNE - LAX
1 stop39h 30mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 3/27$909

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Australia 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Australia that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Australia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Tue 5/27

10:45 pm-11:45 am

1 stop20h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/3

6:15 am-1:50 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$789

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Wed 4/9

7:45 am-2:40 pm

2 stops37h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/9

4:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop24h 39m

$799

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Wed 4/16

7:00 am-2:40 pm

1 stop38h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/12

4:20 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$811

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sun 5/18

5:10 pm-10:40 am

2 stops24h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/1

9:20 am-11:17 am

1 stop18h 57m

$847

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

7:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop39h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 4/23

3:45 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops20h 30m

$851

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

12:09 am-11:30 am

2 stops42h 21m

Melbourne

Sat 5/24

12:55 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$851

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Wed 5/7

11:55 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop29h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/12

1:15 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$857

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

Sun 5/18

11:55 pm-10:25 am

1 stop17h 30m

Brisbane

Tue 6/3

11:40 am-12:55 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$884

Los AngelesMelbourne

LAX - MEL

LAXMEL

Los Angeles

Tue 5/20

2:30 pm-11:05 am

2 stops27h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 6/4

6:00 am-1:28 pm

2 stops24h 28m

$893

San FranciscoBrisbane

SFO - BNE

SFOBNE

San Francisco

Tue 6/24

10:45 pm-10:25 am

1 stop18h 40m

Brisbane

Sat 9/6

11:50 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop31h 00m

$937

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Best time to book a flight from California to Australia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Australia

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Australia (average of $1,044). Flying from California to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,643). 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 AU?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Australia as you normally would.

Rainfall in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 2.0 - 5.1 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, EVA Air and Japan Airlines from California to Australia have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

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
8.7
Very good
61 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

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
1,169 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

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
1,440 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

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
829 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

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
8.2
Very good
722 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this California to Australia flight route?

    This flight path from California to Australia was viewed by 58 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 California to Australia one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $507. ANA flights start at $534 while deals on Cathay Pacific start at $561 one-way.

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Australia (average of $1,044). Flying from California to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,643). 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 Australia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Australia. 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$48Average$98FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$440Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$499Average$1,091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$636Average$894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$697Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$721Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$722Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$724Average$725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$768Average$1,054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$796Average$1,284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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