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Cheap flights from California to Australia from $439

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Qantas Airways Logo
11:30 pm - 8:50 pmLAX-SYD
26h 20m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
5:45 pm - 12:30 pmSYD-LAX
13h 45mnonstop
$805Qantas Airways
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Mon, Feb 16 - Mon, Feb 23
Qantas Airways Logo
10:45 pm - 9:00 amLAX-SYD
15h 15mnonstop
Qantas Airways Logo
7:05 am - 6:55 amSYD-LAX
18h 50m1 stop
$810Qantas Airways
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Mon, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 19
Fiji Airways Logo
11:55 pm - 12:45 pmLAX-SYD
18h 50m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
6:00 am - 11:50 amSYD-LAX
24h 50m1 stop
$827Fiji Airways
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Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 5
Fiji Airways Logo
11:45 pm - 10:10 amLAX-BNE
17h 25m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
11:35 pm - 11:50 amBNE-LAX
30h 15m1 stop
$830Fiji Airways
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Sat, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 15
Air Canada Logo
5:15 pm - 8:20 amLAX-SYD
21h 05m1 stop
Air Canada Logo
10:20 am - 4:29 pmSYD-LAX
24h 09m1 stop
$835Air Canada
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Tue, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 27
Air New Zealand Logo
7:05 pm - 7:00 amLAX-BNE
17h 55m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
8:20 am - 11:15 amBNE-LAX
20h 55m1 stop
$849Air New Zealand
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Mon, Feb 9 - Sun, Feb 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:10 pm - 10:05 amLAX-BNE
41h 55m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 pm - 11:50 amBNE-LAX
30h 15m1 stop
$850Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Oct 26 - Sat, Nov 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:20 pm - 8:20 amLAX-SYD
26h 00m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 11:48 amSYD-LAX
22h 18m2 stops
$850Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 27
Air New Zealand Logo
8:10 pm - 10:30 amLAX-SYD
19h 20m1 stop
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11:45 am - 10:40 amSYD-LAX
17h 55m1 stop
$866Air New Zealand
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Sun, Nov 9 - Tue, Feb 3
Air Canada Logo
12:50 pm - 7:45 amLAX-BNE
25h 55m1 stop
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10:45 am - 4:29 pmBNE-LAX
23h 44m1 stop
$919Air Canada
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Fiji Airways flights from California to Australia

Our best Fiji Airways deals on California to Australia flight tickets
Fiji Airways
Oct 29
LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles
18h 50m
1 stop
SYD12:45 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
Nov 5
SYD6:00 amSydney Kingsford Smith
24h 50m
1 stop
LAX11:50 amLos Angeles
$827
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Fiji Airways
Nov 1
LAX11:45 pmLos Angeles
17h 25m
1 stop
BNE10:10 amBrisbane
Nov 15
BNE11:35 pmBrisbane
30h 15m
1 stop
LAX11:50 amLos Angeles
$830
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Fiji Airways
Oct 28
LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles
17h 30m
1 stop
BNE10:25 amBrisbane
Nov 20
BNE11:25 amBrisbane
18h 25m
1 stop
LAX11:50 amLos Angeles
$832
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Philippine Airlines flights from California to Australia

Our best Philippine Airlines deals on California to Australia flight tickets
Philippine Airlines
Oct 14
LAX12:50 pmLos Angeles
26h 10m
1 stop
SYD9:00 amSydney Kingsford Smith
Oct 21
SYD11:10 amSydney Kingsford Smith
27h 30m
1 stop
LAX8:40 pmLos Angeles
$876
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Philippine Airlines
Oct 16
LAX12:50 pmLos Angeles
28h 05m
1 stop
BNE9:55 amBrisbane
Oct 30
BNE11:05 amBrisbane
26h 00m
1 stop
LAX8:05 pmLos Angeles
$882
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Philippine Airlines
Sep 23
LAX12:50 pmLos Angeles
26h 10m
1 stop
SYD8:00 amSydney Kingsford Smith
Oct 15
SYD11:10 amSydney Kingsford Smith
27h 30m
1 stop
LAX8:40 pmLos Angeles
$898
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Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 2/16

11:30 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop26h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/23

5:45 pm-12:30 pm

Nonstop13h 45m

$805

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 2/9

10:45 pm-9:00 am

Nonstop15h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/19

7:05 am-6:55 am

1 stop18h 50m

$810

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Wed 10/29

11:55 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/5

6:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop24h 50m

$827

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

Sat 11/1

11:45 pm-10:10 am

1 stop17h 25m

Brisbane

Sat 11/15

11:35 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 15m

$830

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 10/21

5:15 pm-8:20 am

1 stop21h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/27

10:20 am-4:29 pm

1 stop24h 09m

$835

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

Mon 2/9

7:05 pm-7:00 am

1 stop17h 55m

Brisbane

Sun 2/22

8:20 am-11:15 am

1 stop20h 55m

$849

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

Sun 10/26

11:10 pm-10:05 am

1 stop41h 55m

Brisbane

Sat 11/8

11:35 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 15m

$850

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 10/21

12:20 pm-8:20 am

1 stop26h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/27

7:30 am-11:48 am

2 stops22h 18m

$850

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Sun 11/9

8:10 pm-10:30 am

1 stop19h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/3

11:45 am-10:40 am

1 stop17h 55m

$866

Los AngelesBrisbane

LAX - BNE

LAXBNE

Los Angeles

Fri 10/31

12:50 pm-7:45 am

1 stop25h 55m

Brisbane

Fri 11/14

10:45 am-4:29 pm

1 stop23h 44m

$919

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Australia

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Australia from California, with most prices found around $900. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Australia from California during August instead. Flights to Australia in August, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $923.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Australia?

The cheapest day to depart from California to Australia is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Australia on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,047. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,105.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Australia?

Flying to Australia from California in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $949 when looking at flights departing in the morning. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $1,126 on average. Flights to Australia from California at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest California to Australia flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Australia?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Australia from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Australia for around $1,004 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Australia from California for as low as $907 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Australia flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Australia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Australia flights?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Australia flight.

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Best Price Found

$499

Fastest flight time

14h 05m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Australia

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Australia from California in the past 72 hours is $499. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Australia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $965.
The fastest flight from California to Australia takes 14h 05m
Direct flights go from California to Australia every day.
There is 1 airport near Australia: Brisbane (BNE)
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Australia?

    Prices for flights from California to Australia are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Australia?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Australia.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Australia may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Australia. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from California to Australia?

Best airlines flying from California to Australia

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Philippine AirlinesPriceFrom $145Free CancellationRating
7.2
911 reviews
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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $377Free CancellationRating
8.0
205 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $418Free CancellationRating
8.4
963 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $455Free CancellationRating
7.5
416 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $497Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,957 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $499Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,724 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $644Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $722Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,924 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $741Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $796Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Flights from California to Australia with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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