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$345+ Cheap flights from Australia to California

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SYD — LAX
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Australia (AU0) to California (USCA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 11/283:20 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/27:00 amLAX - SYD
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$790
This Agoda.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Agoda.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/172:00 pmSYD - SFO
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/67:45 amSFO - SYD
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$843
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/44:50 pmMEL - LAX
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/75:05 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$860
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Sat 11/2311:05 amSYD - LAX
Nonstop14h 00mDelta
Fri 12/610:25 pmLAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mDelta
Deal found 11/21$865
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/219:30 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop41h 00mSichuan Airlines
Sun 11/249:30 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop46h 15mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 11/20$878
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Thu 12/52:00 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop16h 50mFiji Airways
Mon 12/910:35 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop28h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/21$880
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Sat 11/233:25 pmSYD - SFO
1 stop16h 00mFiji Airways
Fri 12/69:45 pmSFO - SYD
1 stop21h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/21$885
This Agoda.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Agoda.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1011:20 amBNE - LAX
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/67:00 amLAX - BNE
1 stop31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$906
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2511:20 amBNE - LAX
1 stop18h 30mFiji Airways
Mon 12/3010:35 pmLAX - BNE
1 stop17h 45mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/20$908
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 11/2110:35 pmBNE - LAX
1 stop26h 25mEVA Air
Thu 11/2811:00 pmLAX - BNE
1 stop27h 20mEVA Air
Deal found 11/20$910
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/219:40 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop18h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 12/67:00 amLAX - SYD
1 stop17h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 11/21$916
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 11/221:35 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 15mFiji Airways
Mon 11/2510:35 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/21$922

Find flights from Australia to California within your budget

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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

Wed 1/22

11:20 am-11:50 am

1 stop18h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/1

10:35 pm-10:20 am

1 stop17h 45m

$594

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

Thu 2/6

6:10 am-11:10 am

2 stops23h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/22

5:10 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops26h 20m

$604

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

Mon 1/27

6:30 pm-11:10 am

2 stops34h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/17

2:05 pm-8:40 am

1 stop24h 35m

$626

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

Thu 1/16

11:40 am-10:38 am

1 stop16h 58m

Los Angeles

Thu 1/30

11:55 am-7:30 am

1 stop25h 35m

$726

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/1

6:15 am-12:55 pm

1 stop24h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/12

11:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop18h 50m

$744

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/23

5:25 pm-5:00 am

1 stop30h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/29

7:45 am-7:45 pm

2 stops41h 00m

$746

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 3/19

7:10 am-11:10 am

2 stops22h 00m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/24

5:10 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$748

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sun 2/9

8:00 am-1:18 pm

2 stops24h 18m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/2

10:17 am-3:45 pm

2 stops34h 28m

$776

SydneyOntario

SYD - ONT

SYDONT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/6

9:40 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Ontario

Wed 2/26

9:45 am-7:45 pm

1 stop39h 00m

$801

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

Wed 1/22

11:30 am-7:05 am

Nonstop13h 35m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/31

11:10 pm-7:45 am

Nonstop14h 35m

$807

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to California

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Travel insights for flights from Australia to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Australia to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to California (average of $240). Flying from Australia to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 November 21, 2024.

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 November 21, 2024.

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 November 21, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, Qantas Airways and Fiji Airways 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
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2

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
68 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2

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
1,308 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2

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
8.4
Very good
833 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2

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
1,457 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2

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

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 50 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 Air Canada. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $367. Users have also found prices from $372 and $479 on Fiji Airways 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to California (average of $240). Flying from Australia to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$436Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$465Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$569Average$1,155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$610Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$692Average$1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$728Average$1,251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$730Average$1,307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$766Average$1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$819Average$954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air New ZealandCheapest$893Average$1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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