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$368+ Cheap flights from Sydney (SYD) to California

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SYD — LAX
Jan 12 — Jan 191
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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 January 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$652
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$368
(FlightHub)
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to California
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 7, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Fri 2/145:25 pmSYD - LAX
2 stops25h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/238:00 amLAX - SYD
1 stop36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$652
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Thu 1/232:00 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop16h 50mFiji Airways
Wed 2/510:35 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop18h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 1/5$656
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Thu 5/19:30 amSYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/1410:35 pmLAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$704
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/2311:20 amSYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 45mLufthansa
Wed 2/510:40 pmLAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 1/6$745
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Tue 2/1111:05 amSYD - LAX
Nonstop14h 00mDelta
Tue 2/188:35 pmLAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 15mDelta
Deal found 1/5$747
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Fri 2/1411:05 amSYD - ONT
2 stops31h 46mDelta
Sun 2/236:00 amONT - SYD
2 stops29h 50mDelta
Deal found 1/5$784
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Thu 2/611:05 amSYD - BUR
2 stops29h 51mDelta
Thu 2/207:05 amBUR - SYD
2 stops28h 45mDelta
Deal found 1/6$784
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Fri 3/215:25 pmSYD - SAN
1 stop31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/37:00 amSAN - SYD
1 stop38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$790
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Fri 2/145:25 pmSYD - ONT
1 stop23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/239:45 amONT - SYD
1 stop34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$797
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 1/302:00 pmSYD - SNA
2 stops22h 21mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/205:54 pmSNA - SYD
2 stops24h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$798
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/2311:15 amSYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/510:55 pmLAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/4$806
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/810:00 amSYD - SFO
2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/2910:45 pmSFO - SYD
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$813

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 7, 2025.

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SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/14

5:25 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops25h 19m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/23

8:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop36h 35m

$652

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/23

2:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop16h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/5

10:35 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$656

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/1

9:30 am-6:05 am

Nonstop13h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/14

10:35 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop15h 25m

$704

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/23

11:20 am-6:05 am

Nonstop13h 45m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/5

7:15 pm-9:15 am

1 stop19h 00m

$745

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/11

11:05 am-6:05 am

Nonstop14h 00m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

10:22 pm-8:35 am

Nonstop15h 13m

$747

SydneyOntario

SYD - ONT

SYDONT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/14

11:05 am-11:51 pm

2 stops31h 46m

Ontario

Sun 2/23

6:00 am-6:50 am

2 stops29h 50m

$784

SydneyBurbank

SYD - BUR

SYDBUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/6

11:05 am-9:56 pm

2 stops29h 51m

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 2/20

7:05 am-6:50 am

2 stops28h 45m

$784

SydneySan Diego

SYD - SAN

SYDSAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 3/21

5:25 pm-7:05 am

1 stop31h 40m

San Diego

Thu 4/3

7:00 am-3:40 pm

1 stop38h 40m

$790

SydneyOntario

SYD - ONT

SYDONT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/14

5:25 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Ontario

Sun 2/23

9:45 am-3:35 pm

1 stop34h 50m

$797

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

$806

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to California

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to California (average of $246). Flying from Sydney 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 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 January 7, 2025.

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 January 7, 2025.

The most flights from SYD 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 (13 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 January 7, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Lufthansa, China Airlines and Singapore Airlines 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
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

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
8.8
Very good
62 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

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
1,028 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

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
840 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

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
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

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.

China Airlines
8.2
Very good
733 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.8

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 59 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 $368. United Airlines flights start at $461 while deals on Delta start at $467 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: KLM (98%), Air France (98%), Delta( 98%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $4,494 for a flight from Sydney to California. The cheapest flight overall is $463 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $656.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to California (average of $246). Flying from Sydney 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 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$465Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$467Average$1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
DeltaCheapest$481Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$502Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$612Average$972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$719Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$728Average$1,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$766Average$1,214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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