How many flights depart from California to Sydney on average per day?

28 flights are operational daily from California to Sydney as of March 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from California to Sydney on average per week?

The number of flights available between California and Sydney is 196 per week as of March 2026. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What airlines fly to Sydney?

Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Fiji Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sydney from California according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Sydney. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Sydney on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Sydney?

Flight times from California to Sydney vary, but if you’re flying out of San Francisco and flying into Sydney (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 14h 40m on average. Another popular route from California to Sydney is flying from Los Angeles to Sydney, which will take roughly 14h 55m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Fiji Airways, Air Canada, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of March 2026, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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11:55 pm - 11:50 am

LAX

SYD

18h 55m

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6:00 am - 1:05 pm

SYD

LAX

24h 05m

1 stop

$715Fiji Airways

Sat, Apr 11 - Tue, Apr 21

11:55 pm - 12:50 pm

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SYD

18h 55m

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1:15 pm - 1:05 pm

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16h 50m

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$716Fiji Airways

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11:05 pm - 7:05 am

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15h 00mnonstop

7:25 pm - 7:05 am

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28h 40m

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$725Qantas Airways

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11:05 pm - 7:05 am

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15h 00mnonstop

7:25 pm - 7:05 am

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28h 40m

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$726Qantas Airways

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7:45 am - 11:50 am

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SYD

35h 05m

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1:15 pm - 5:21 pm

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21h 06m

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$796Multiple Airlines

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35h 50m

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6:00 am - 6:28 pm

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29h 28m

2 stops

$824Multiple Airlines

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6:15 am - 8:20 am

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SYD

32h 05m

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9:20 am - 3:58 pm

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LAS

23h 38m

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$866Air Canada

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6:15 am - 8:20 am

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32h 05m

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9:20 am - 3:58 pm

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23h 38m

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23h 14m

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11:55 am - 5:24 pm

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22h 29m

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$998Air New Zealand

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

6:05 pm - 10:40 am

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SYD

23h 35m

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11:55 am - 8:03 pm

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SAN

25h 08m

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$1,009Air New Zealand

Tue, May 5 - Wed, May 13

Alaska Airlines flights from California to Sydney

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May 18

OAK7:00 amOakland

18h 50m

1 stop

SYD6:50 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

May 31

SYD8:45 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

16h 50m

1 stop

OAK8:35 pmOakland

$1,042

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May 22

OAK7:00 amOakland

18h 50m

1 stop

SYD6:50 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

May 31

SYD8:45 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

16h 50m

1 stop

OAK8:35 pmOakland

$1,053

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Mar 2

SJC7:00 amSan Jose

17h 45m

1 stop

SYD7:45 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

Mar 12

SYD9:40 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

18h 35m

1 stop

SJC10:15 pmSan Jose

$1,068

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Mar 8

LAX11:35 pmLos Angeles

19h 00m

1 stop

SYD12:35 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

Mar 23

SYD6:00 amSydney Kingsford Smith

25h 00m

1 stop

LAX1:00 pmLos Angeles

$713

Fiji Airways

Mar 8

LAX11:35 pmLos Angeles

19h 00m

1 stop

SYD12:35 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

Mar 23

SYD2:00 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

17h 00m

1 stop

LAX1:00 pmLos Angeles

$715

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Mar 8

LAX11:35 pmLos Angeles

19h 00m

1 stop

SYD12:35 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

Mar 23

SYD6:00 amSydney Kingsford Smith

25h 00m

1 stop

LAX1:00 pmLos Angeles

$716

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11:05 pm-7:05 am

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7:25 pm-7:05 am

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$725

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Los Angeles

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$796

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Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 3/29

7:00 am-12:50 pm

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$824

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Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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1 stop32h 05m

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$866

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Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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1 stop32h 05m

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9:20 am-3:58 pm

1 stop23h 38m

$904

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San Diego

Wed 5/6

6:26 pm-10:40 am

2 stops23h 14m

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Wed 5/13

11:55 am-5:24 pm

2 stops22h 29m

$998

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SANSYD

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6:05 pm-10:40 am

2 stops23h 35m

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Wed 5/13

11:55 am-8:03 pm

2 stops25h 08m

$1,009

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from California to Sydney. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $864. If you are unable to visit Sydney during the month of February, then departing from California during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $928.

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

The cheapest day to depart from California to Sydney is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $995. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,076.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around $972 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from California for as low as $908 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	14h 40m
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The best one-way flight to Sydney from California in the past 72 hours is $532. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Sydney found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $946.

The fastest flight from California to Sydney takes 14h 40m

Direct flights go from California to Sydney every day.

There is 1 airport in Sydney. From California there are direct flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

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As of March 2026, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Sydney?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to Sydney is Boeing 777-300ER (31.05% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (28.55%), Airbus A380-800 (18.30%), and Boeing 777 (10.39%).

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Delta	PriceFrom $137	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,237 reviews	Search Delta flights
ANA	PriceFrom $400	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,107 reviews	Search ANA flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $467	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,764 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $499	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,837 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $627	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 445 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $669	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 228 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $740	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,974 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $758	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 962 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights
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American Airlines	PriceFrom $796	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,369 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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