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$388+ Cheap flights from California to Sydney (SYD)

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Nov 25 — Dec 21
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Mon 12/2
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Cheap flight deals from California to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Sydney (SYD). 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 20, 2024.

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This Jetabroad 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/39:15 amLAX - SYD
1 stop39h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 12/109:40 pmSYD - LAX
2 stops21h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 11/19$882
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/277:00 amLAX - SYD
1 stop17h 45mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/129:40 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop18h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$884
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/275:05 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/118:10 amSYD - LAX
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$901
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/265:10 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop21h 25mAir Canada
Thu 12/124:00 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop19h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 11/19$903
This lol.travel 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/287:35 amSAN - SYD
1 stop41h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 12/129:40 pmSYD - SAN
1 stop16h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 11/19$903
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.
Sun 11/248:51 pmSFO - SYD
2 stops27h 54mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/75:25 pmSYD - SFO
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$905
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/111:40 amSFO - SYD
1 stop37h 05mAlaska Airlines
Sat 12/79:40 pmSYD - SFO
1 stop17h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$907
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/310:35 pmLAX - SYD
1 stop18h 55mFiji Airways
Fri 1/173:20 pmSYD - LAX
1 stop15h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 11/19$908
This lol.travel 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/201:35 amLAS - SYD
1 stop23h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 12/79:40 pmSYD - LAS
1 stop20h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 11/19$929
This Hawaiian Airlines 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/410:05 amONT - SYD
1 stop38h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 12/79:40 pmSYD - ONT
1 stop19h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 11/20$936
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2010:40 pmLAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/2711:15 amSYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$937
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 11/1912:50 pmSAN - SYD
2 stops25h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/2611:20 amSYD - SAN
2 stops20h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$940

Find flights from California to Sydney within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Sydney 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Thu 3/13

8:30 am-3:35 pm

1 stop37h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/17

5:25 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops43h 50m

$779

OntarioSydney

ONT - SYD

ONTSYD

Ontario

Tue 2/25

9:45 am-7:45 pm

1 stop39h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/18

9:40 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$855

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 12/3

9:15 am-7:45 pm

1 stop39h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/10

9:40 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops21h 15m

$882

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

2:05 pm-7:20 am

1 stop24h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 4/28

6:00 am-11:10 am

2 stops22h 10m

$883

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Thu 3/13

7:00 am-7:45 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/27

9:40 pm-5:45 am

1 stop26h 05m

$884

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Thu 2/27

5:25 pm-9:15 am

1 stop20h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/13

12:10 pm-12:19 pm

1 stop18h 09m

$885

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Thu 1/23

5:00 pm-9:25 am

2 stops45h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 1/31

5:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop25h 34m

$886

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Fri 4/11

11:55 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/1

1:15 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$889

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Thu 2/27

5:45 pm-8:35 am

1 stop19h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 3/15

10:05 am-10:13 am

1 stop18h 08m

$895

OntarioSydney

ONT - SYD

ONTSYD

Ontario

Sun 3/16

9:05 am-3:35 pm

1 stop36h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/31

5:20 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$897

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Best time to book a flight from California to Sydney

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Travel insights for flights from California to Sydney

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sydney (average of $1,062). Flying from California to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,318). 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 SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

When flying from California to Sydney, 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 California to Sydney

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Sydney. 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 20, 2024.

The most flights from USCA to SYD are scheduled on a Monday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in Sydney by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney 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 Sydney when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Sydney by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, 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 Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Air Canada from California to Sydney. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.5

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
1,460 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.5

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
476 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.5

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 California to Sydney. 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 into for flights to Sydney from California?

    For a flight from California to Sydney, you will be flying into Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 4.6 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this California to Sydney flight route?

    This flight path from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith was viewed by 75 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 Sydney one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $389 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hawaiian Airlines from $412 and Fiji Airways from $473 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Sydney?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Sydney Kingsford Smith or Ontario - Sydney Kingsford Smith, Los Angeles - Sydney Kingsford Smith is the most popular route from California to Sydney.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Sydney?

    Before booking your flight to Sydney from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (81%), Alaska Airlines (81%), Qantas Airways( 81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Sydney?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Sydney is $464. On average you can expect to pay $1,689. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for $667.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Sydney?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Sydney?

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sydney (average of $1,062). Flying from California to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,318). 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 Sydney

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Sydney. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$76Average$108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$440Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$493Average$836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$675Average$1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
ANACheapest$721Average$1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
LufthansaCheapest$724Average$725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$745Average$1,165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$759Average$1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$798Average$1,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
WestJetCheapest$819Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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