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Cheap flights from California to Australia from £357

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
26 Jan — 2 Feb1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from California to Australia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Australia (AU0). 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 21 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£586

One-way from

£357
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 15/2-21/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 45m total
  • California to Australia
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 19/6
  • Nonstop
  • 15h 10m total
  • California to Australia
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Cheapest flights from California to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2025.

Sat 15/222:35LAX - SYD
1 stop18h 55mFiji Airways
Fri 21/214:00SYD - LAX
1 stop16h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/1£586
Tue 4/221:45SFO - SYD
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/217:25SYD - SFO
2 stops39h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1£610
Tue 26/823:00SFO - SYD
1 stop19h 45mFiji Airways
Tue 2/906:15SYD - SFO
1 stop24h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/1£635
Mon 10/323:35LAX - SYD
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/314:00SYD - LAX
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1£684
Thu 20/221:45SFO - MEL
1 stop20h 00mFiji Airways
Sun 16/313:45MEL - SFO
1 stop18h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 20/1£684
Mon 10/323:45LAX - SYD
Nonstop15h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 23/311:15SYD - LAX
Nonstop13h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/1£687
Mon 3/207:45SFO - SYD
1 stop17h 00mAlaska Airlines
Fri 14/221:40SYD - SFO
1 stop21h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 20/1£691
Tue 21/117:00LAX - SYD
1 stop31h 45mAlaska Airlines
Tue 28/121:40SYD - LAX
1 stop21h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 20/1£705
Tue 25/217:10LAX - SYD
2 stops26h 30mAir Canada
Thu 13/310:20SYD - LAX
1 stop23h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 20/1£716
Sun 13/422:45SFO - MEL
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 19/412:55MEL - SFO
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1£726
Mon 3/207:00LAX - SYD
1 stop17h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 9/221:40SYD - LAX
1 stop26h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 21/1£728
Wed 5/207:45SFO - SYD
1 stop17h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 11/221:40SYD - SFO
1 stop21h 27mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 20/1£728

Find flights from California to Australia within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from California to Australia 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 January 2025.

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Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sat 15/2

22:35-12:30

1 stop18h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/2

14:00-11:50

1 stop16h 50m

£586

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Tue 4/2

21:45-21:50

1 stop29h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/2

17:25-13:47

2 stops39h 22m

£610

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sun 13/4

22:45-11:45

1 stop20h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 19/4

13:45-13:50

1 stop17h 05m

£681

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 10/3

23:35-16:15

2 stops22h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/3

14:00-12:50

1 stop16h 50m

£684

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Thu 20/2

21:45-12:45

1 stop20h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 16/3

13:45-13:50

1 stop18h 05m

£684

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 10/3

23:45-09:00

Nonstop15h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/3

11:15-07:05

Nonstop13h 50m

£687

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

07:45-19:45

1 stop17h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/2

21:40-23:59

1 stop21h 19m

£691

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 25/2

17:10-14:40

2 stops26h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/3

10:20-16:06

1 stop23h 46m

£716

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sun 13/4

22:45-16:15

2 stops24h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 19/4

12:55-13:50

1 stop17h 55m

£726

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

07:00-19:45

1 stop17h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/2

21:40-05:00

1 stop26h 20m

£728

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Best time to book a flight from California to Australia

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Travel insights for flights from California to Australia

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Australia (average of £985). Flying from California to Australia in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,728). 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 AU?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 January 2025.

When flying from California to Australia, 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 Australia

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Australia. 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 21 January 2025.

The most flights from USCA to AU0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

Rainfall in Australia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Australia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, 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 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 21 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways, Delta and Qantas Airways from California to Australia. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

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
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

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
852 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

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
1,449 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

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.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

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
737 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.3

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 California to Australia. 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 California to Australia flight route?

    This flight path from California to Australia was viewed by 33 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 Australia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £357. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from California to Australia for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Australia (average of £985). Flying from California to Australia in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,728). 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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