How long is the flight from United States to South Australia?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as Los Angeles or Miami, and flying into South Australia, then you can expect flight times to average 20h 25m and 30h 30m, respectively.

$521 Cheap Flights to South Australia in 2026/27

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Flights to Adelaide

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Air New Zealand

Jan 25

LAX

21h 15m

1 stop

ADL

Feb 22

ADL

17h 50m

1 stop

LAX

$941

Air New Zealand

Oct 28

LAX

20h 25m

1 stop

ADL

Nov 4

ADL

17h 50m

1 stop

LAX

$943

Air New Zealand

Jan 25

LAX

21h 15m

1 stop

ADL

Feb 22

ADL

22h 05m

2 stops

LAX

$965

Air New Zealand

Jan 25

LAX

21h 15m

1 stop

ADL

Feb 22

ADL

17h 50m

1 stop

LAX

$983

Air New Zealand

Feb 9

LAX

20h 25m

1 stop

ADL

Feb 22

ADL

17h 50m

1 stop

LAX

$988

Air New Zealand

Feb 1

LAX

20h 25m

1 stop

ADL

Feb 12

ADL

17h 50m

1 stop

LAX

$989

Air New Zealand

Oct 23

LAX

20h 15m

1 stop

ADL

Nov 8

ADL

17h 50m

1 stop

LAX

$990

Air New Zealand

Jan 18

LAX

26h 05m

2 stops

ADL

Feb 1

ADL

17h 50m

1 stop

LAX

$1,005

Air New Zealand

Jan 25

LAX

27h 55m

2 stops

ADL

Feb 22

ADL

22h 05m

2 stops

LAX

$1,007

Air New Zealand

Feb 9

LAX

20h 25m

1 stop

ADL

Feb 22

ADL

22h 05m

2 stops

LAX

$1,012

Air New Zealand

Jan 26

LAX

20h 25m

1 stop

ADL

Feb 22

ADL

22h 05m

2 stops

LAX

$1,014

Air New Zealand

Oct 23

LAX

21h 35m

2 stops

ADL

Nov 8

ADL

17h 50m

1 stop

LAX

$1,017

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7:10 pm - 10:55 amLAX Los Angeles-ADL Adelaide

21h 15m1 stop Auckland Intl

12:05 pm - 11:25 amADL Adelaide-LAX Los Angeles

17h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

$941Air New Zealand

Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 22

9:00 pm - 10:55 amLAX Los Angeles-ADL Adelaide

20h 25m1 stop Auckland Intl

12:05 pm - 11:25 amADL Adelaide-LAX Los Angeles

17h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

$943Air New Zealand

Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4

10:13 am - 12:15 pmSFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

31h 32m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi

1:15 pm - 1:40 pmADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

17h 55m1 stop Nadi

$1,146Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Mon, Mar 22

10:35 pm - 9:30 amLAX Los Angeles-ADL Adelaide

40h 25m1 stop San Francisco

2:55 pm - 6:01 pmADL Adelaide-LAX Los Angeles

21h 36m1 stop San Francisco

$1,172United Airlines

Sun, Jan 17 - Wed, Feb 3

9:35 pm - 9:30 amLAX Los Angeles-ADL Adelaide

41h 25m1 stop San Francisco

2:55 pm - 6:01 pmADL Adelaide-LAX Los Angeles

21h 36m1 stop San Francisco

$1,172United Airlines

Sun, Jan 17 - Mon, Feb 1

9:40 pm - 3:55 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-ADL Adelaide

27h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

10:00 pm - 3:00 pmADL Adelaide-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,190Qatar Airways

Sun, Oct 25 - Mon, Nov 9

10:40 pm - 1:45 pmLAX Los Angeles-ADL Adelaide

20h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:30 pm - 6:05 pmADL Adelaide-LAX Los Angeles

18h 05m1 stop Melbourne

$1,202American Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

8:25 pm - 1:45 pmLAX Los Angeles-ADL Adelaide

22h 50m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:25 am - 6:00 amADL Adelaide-LAX Los Angeles

18h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,213American Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

10:50 pm - 7:05 amLAX Los Angeles-ADL Adelaide

37h 45m1 stop Melbourne

7:50 am - 6:05 pmADL Adelaide-LAX Los Angeles

28h 45m1 stop Melbourne

$1,277Qantas Airways

Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22

8:25 pm - 1:45 pmLAX Los Angeles-ADL Adelaide

22h 50m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

7:10 pm - 6:05 amADL Adelaide-LAX Los Angeles

29h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,288Qantas Airways

Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23

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8:32 pm - 10:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-ADL Adelaide

32h 33m2 stops Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith

2:25 pm - 9:25 pmADL Adelaide-LAX Los Angeles

24h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu

$1,370Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 17

7:00 am - 8:05 amLAX Los Angeles-ADL Adelaide

31h 35m2 stops Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith

2:25 pm - 9:25 pmADL Adelaide-LAX Los Angeles

24h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu

$1,390Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 17

8:50 pm - 9:25 amLAX Los Angeles-ADL Adelaide

19h 05m1 stop Melbourne

2:25 pm - 2:30 pmADL Adelaide-LAX Los Angeles

17h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,563American Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 17

8:50 pm - 9:25 amLAX Los Angeles-ADL Adelaide

19h 05m1 stop Melbourne

2:25 pm - 10:45 pmADL Adelaide-LAX Los Angeles

25h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu

$1,568American Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 17

10:50 pm - 10:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-ADL Adelaide

30h 15m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:00 am - 6:05 amADL Adelaide-LAX Los Angeles

17h 35m1 stop Melbourne

$1,747Qantas Airways

Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 19

10:30 pm - 7:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-ADL Adelaide

27h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Melbourne

6:00 am - 6:05 amADL Adelaide-LAX Los Angeles

17h 35m1 stop Melbourne

$1,757Qantas Airways

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 19

9:35 pm - 11:50 amSFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

44h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:10 am - 6:30 amADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

18h 50m1 stop Brisbane

$1,889United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Nov 7

9:35 pm - 11:50 amSFO San Francisco-ADL Adelaide

44h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:00 am - 12:31 pmADL Adelaide-SFO San Francisco

25h 01m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles

$1,898United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Nov 7

7:55 pm - 8:05 amDFW Dallas/Fort Worth-ADL Adelaide

44h 40m2 stops San Francisco Sydney Kingsford Smith

12:05 pm - 10:59 pmADL Adelaide-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth

26h 24m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,913Air New Zealand

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

5:05 pm - 1:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-ADL Adelaide

27h 20m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:10 am - 4:00 pmADL Adelaide-LAX Los Angeles

27h 20m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

$3,998Air New Zealand

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14

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Depart

Return

Price

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Los AngelesAdelaide

LAX Los Angeles - ADL Adelaide

LAXADL

Los Angeles

Mon 1/25

7:10 pm-10:55 am

1 stop21h 15m

Adelaide

Mon 2/22

12:05 pm-11:25 am

1 stop17h 50m

$941

Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesAdelaide

LAX Los Angeles - ADL Adelaide

LAXADL

Los Angeles

Wed 10/28

9:00 pm-10:55 am

1 stop20h 25m

Adelaide

Wed 11/4

12:05 pm-11:25 am

1 stop17h 50m

$943

San FranciscoAdelaide

SFO San Francisco - ADL Adelaide

SFOADL

San Francisco

Tue 1/26

10:13 am-12:15 pm

2 stops31h 32m

Adelaide

Mon 3/22

1:15 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$1,146

Los AngelesAdelaide

LAX Los Angeles - ADL Adelaide

LAXADL

Los Angeles

Sun 1/17

10:35 pm-9:30 am

1 stop40h 25m

Adelaide

Wed 2/3

2:55 pm-6:01 pm

1 stop21h 36m

$1,172

Los AngelesAdelaide

LAX Los Angeles - ADL Adelaide

LAXADL

Los Angeles

Sun 1/17

9:35 pm-9:30 am

1 stop41h 25m

Adelaide

Mon 2/1

2:55 pm-6:01 pm

1 stop21h 36m

$1,172

New YorkAdelaide

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ADL Adelaide

JFKADL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/25

9:40 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Adelaide

Mon 11/9

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$1,190

Los AngelesAdelaide

LAX Los Angeles - ADL Adelaide

LAXADL

Los Angeles

Tue 11/3

10:40 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Adelaide

Tue 11/10

6:30 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$1,202

Los AngelesAdelaide

LAX Los Angeles - ADL Adelaide

LAXADL

Los Angeles

Tue 11/17

8:25 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Adelaide

Tue 11/24

6:25 am-6:00 am

1 stop18h 05m

$1,213

Los AngelesAdelaide

LAX Los Angeles - ADL Adelaide

LAXADL

Los Angeles

Tue 11/17

10:50 pm-7:05 am

1 stop37h 45m

Adelaide

Sun 11/22

7:50 am-6:05 pm

1 stop28h 45m

$1,277

Los AngelesAdelaide

LAX Los Angeles - ADL Adelaide

LAXADL

Los Angeles

Tue 11/17

8:25 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Adelaide

Mon 11/23

7:10 pm-6:05 am

1 stop29h 25m

$1,288

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What is the cheapest flight I can find to South Australia?

Flights to South Australia vary based on month, airline, when you book, where you are departing from and many more variables, but on average momondo users can expect to spend about $752/pp. The absolute cheapest flight to South Australia is $75/pp

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Summary info about South Australia flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$521
Best Round-Trip Price	$941
Fastest flight time	26h 20m

The best one-way flight price to South Australia from United States in the last 5 days is $521 (Los Angeles to Adelaide).

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The best round-trip flight price to South Australia from United States in the last 5 days is $941 (Los Angeles to Adelaide).

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The fastest flight to South Australia from United States takes 26h 20m (Los Angeles to Adelaide).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to South Australia

What is the best airport to fly into to visit Adelaide?

Adelaide is about 99% more popular to visit than any other city in South Australia, according to momondo users. When visiting Adelaide, it is recommended to fly into Adelaide Airport, where you can typically get the cheapest prices and the most convenient travel options into the city.

I plan on visiting Adelaide Oval. Which airport is the quickest drive?

For the quickest drive from an arrival airport to Adelaide Oval, fly into Adelaide Airport or Kingscote Airport, which are closest to the area.

What are the most popular landmarks in South Australia?

When visiting South Australia, the majority of people tend to find Adelaide Oval, Adelaide Convention Centre and Adelaide Festival Centre to be the most notable landmarks in the area.

What is the weather like in South Australia?

The temperatures in South Australia range from 51.8 °F to 69.8 °F depending on the time of year. The warmest month in South Australia is January, and the coldest month in South Australia is June. Those looking for a drier month during their visit should travel during the months of January, January, or March, when rain is least likely compared to the rest of the year.

What airlines fly to South Australia?

Qantas Airways is the most popular airline offering flights to South Australia, with 60% of our users opting to fly with them when traveling to South Australia. Other popular options include United Airlines and Fiji Airways. There are a total of 5 different airlines flying to South Australia.

How much are flights to South Australia?

Flights to South Australia can be found for as cheap as $1,276 per ticket. However our users tend to find airfares to South Australia for around $1,819 on average. If you’re looking to find a good deal on your flight to South Australia, then you should consider booking if you find anything for $1,314 or less.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to South Australia?

Prices for flights to South Australia were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to South Australia?

As of October 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights to South Australia.

How old do you have to be to fly to South Australia?

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 to South Australia.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Australia trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Can I find flights to South Australia with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to South Australia which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights to South Australia?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to South Australia.

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Yes. momondo can track flight prices for South Australia and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.