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$327+ Cheap flights from Australia to California

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SYD — LAX
Dec 28 — Jan 41
Sat 12/28
Sat 1/4
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 December 23, 2024.

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$580
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One-way from

$327
(Trip.com)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2411:20 amSYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/210:40 pmLAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,048
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3012:10 pmSYD - ONT
1 stop16h 48mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/66:10 amONT - SYD
1 stop29h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$1,119
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:20 amMEL - SFO
1 stop21h 25mJapan Airlines
Sat 12/2811:35 amSFO - MEL
1 stop23h 05mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,125
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2811:35 pmBNE - SFO
1 stop31h 15mFiji Airways
Thu 1/239:45 pmSFO - BNE
1 stop18h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 12/23$1,187
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/231:45 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop17h 05mFiji Airways
Thu 1/2310:35 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop19h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 12/22$1,196
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:15 amSYD - LAX
1 stop24h 35mFiji Airways
Tue 1/1410:35 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop18h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 12/22$1,213
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2512:10 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop22h 17mVirgin Australia
Sat 1/46:20 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop19h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/22$1,218
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/268:40 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop41h 20mAir China
Mon 1/610:00 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop46h 30mAir China
Deal found 12/22$1,227
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:45 amMEL - LAX
2 stops22h 05mAir Tahiti Nui
Tue 1/1410:45 pmLAX - MEL
2 stops24h 05mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 12/23$1,274
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/306:50 pmMEL - LAX
1 stop34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/2410:45 pmLAX - MEL
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$1,288
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2511:30 amBNE - LAX
Nonstop13h 20mDelta
Mon 1/2711:20 pmLAX - BNE
Nonstop14h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/23$1,295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2911:05 amSYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 55mDelta
Sun 1/58:54 pmLAX - SYD
Nonstop14h 56mDelta
Deal found 12/22$1,296

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

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BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

Wed 2/5

11:20 am-11:50 am

1 stop18h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/19

10:35 pm-10:10 am

1 stop17h 35m

$580

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 2/15

2:30 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/22

10:35 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$645

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/29

11:40 am-11:59 pm

2 stops31h 19m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/27

8:40 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$675

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

Sun 1/19

10:45 am-6:15 am

Nonstop13h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

11:00 pm-7:45 am

Nonstop14h 45m

$704

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 1/24

11:20 am-6:05 am

Nonstop13h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/21

10:40 pm-9:05 am

Nonstop15h 25m

$738

MelbourneLos Angeles

AVV - LAX

AVVLAX

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 2/5

8:10 am-11:50 am

2 stops22h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/9

10:35 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$750

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sun 1/26

4:50 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops50h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/25

5:00 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$752

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/10

12:10 pm-6:06 pm

1 stop24h 56m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/27

10:40 pm-9:05 am

Nonstop15h 25m

$759

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 2/6

1:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop17h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/10

10:35 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$781

BrisbaneSan Francisco

BNE - SFO

BNESFO

Brisbane

Tue 2/11

10:45 am-5:33 pm

2 stops24h 48m

San Francisco

Tue 2/25

6:50 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops26h 40m

$795

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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, 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 $344). 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 December 23, 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 December 23, 2024.

The most flights from AU0 to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 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 December 23, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air Tahiti Nui and Delta 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
63 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

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
63 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

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
1,259 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

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
8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

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
844 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
63 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

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

Boarding

8.6

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

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 48 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 $379. Users have also found prices from $439 and $464 on Delta 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, 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 $344). 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 December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$436Average$939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$465Average$1,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$467Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$549Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$569Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$579Average$1,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$728Average$1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$766Average$1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$819Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air New ZealandCheapest$893Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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