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$342+ Cheap flights from Sydney (SYD) to California

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SYD — LAX
Dec 7 — Dec 141
Sat 12/7
Sat 12/14
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 2, 2024.

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Mon 12/911:15 amSYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 50mQantas Airways
Mon 12/1610:40 pmLAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/2$980
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Mon 12/95:25 pmSYD - LAX
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/2110:35 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/30$1,017
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Tue 12/244:15 pmSYD - SFO
Nonstop13h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/318:10 pmSFO - SYD
Nonstop15h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,040
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/244:15 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop36h 53mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/309:25 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop37h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,046
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Wed 12/2511:50 amSYD - LAX
1 stop21h 49mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/212:36 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop22h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,053
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Wed 12/411:20 amSYD - SFO
2 stops25h 11mAir Canada
Sun 12/84:35 pmSFO - SYD
1 stop22h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 12/1$1,077
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/511:20 amSYD - LAX
1 stop23h 41mAir Canada
Mon 12/97:00 amLAX - SYD
1 stop31h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 12/2$1,080
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Mon 12/95:25 pmSYD - SFO
1 stop25h 34mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/139:45 pmSFO - SYD
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,116
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Tue 12/244:15 pmSYD - ONT
2 stops23h 34mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/221:45 pmONT - SYD
2 stops48h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,131
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Mon 12/95:25 pmSYD - LAS
1 stop17h 52mQantas Airways
Tue 12/107:40 pmLAS - SYD
1 stop18h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/1$1,185
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Sat 12/72:30 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop16h 20mFiji Airways
Fri 12/1310:35 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop18h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 12/2$1,199
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Fri 12/139:40 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop19h 51mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 1/17:00 amLAX - SYD
1 stop17h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,212

Find flights from Sydney to California within your budget

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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.

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SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 4/21

8:45 am-9:00 am

1 stop17h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/1

10:10 pm-8:45 am

1 stop17h 35m

$758

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/10

6:20 am-11:50 am

2 stops24h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/16

5:00 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$762

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/24

11:20 am-6:05 am

Nonstop13h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/17

11:05 pm-9:15 am

1 stop40h 10m

$763

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/23

11:15 am-6:05 am

Nonstop13h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/5

10:55 pm-9:00 am

Nonstop15h 05m

$768

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/23

11:15 am-6:05 am

Nonstop13h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/5

10:55 pm-9:00 am

Nonstop15h 05m

$773

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/10

2:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 50m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/14

10:35 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$774

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/23

11:15 am-6:05 am

Nonstop13h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/5

10:55 pm-9:00 am

Nonstop15h 05m

$780

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/23

9:40 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/5

7:00 am-7:45 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$781

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/23

8:00 am-1:18 pm

2 stops24h 18m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/5

2:05 pm-9:10 am

2 stops48h 05m

$798

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/23

5:25 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop20h 55m

San Diego

Thu 2/6

10:50 am-3:35 pm

2 stops33h 45m

$798

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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to California

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to California (average of $240). Flying from Sydney 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 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 December 2, 2024.

When flying from Sydney 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 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 December 2, 2024.

The most flights from SYD 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 December 2, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, Hawaiian Airlines and Air Canada from Sydney to California to help guide your decision. 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
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

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
8.6
Very good
67 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

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
1,019 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

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
830 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

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
1,450 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

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.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
473 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

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 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 51 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 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 $382. Delta flights start at $531 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $536 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: Virgin Australia (93%), United Airlines (93%), Air New Zealand( 93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $5,201 for a flight from Sydney to California. The cheapest flight overall is $553 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $664.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to California (average of $240). Flying from Sydney 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 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$465Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$610Average$844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$612Average$961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$713Average$1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$728Average$1,315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$741Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$755Average$1,255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$766Average$1,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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