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Recent flights found to popular cities in California

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California flights insights and trends

Explore insights for your California flight to craft the best travel plan

What is the cheapest flight I can find to California?

The average flight to California costs $1,931/per person and the cheapest flight to California is $34/per person. This price varies based on a multitude of factors such as departure airport, airline, time of booking and when you plan on travelling.
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How long is the flight from Australia to California?

The flight from Australia to California depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith (a popular airport in Australia) to Los Angeles (the most popular airport in California), then the flight time is 13h 45m on average. If you fly from Melbourne (another popular airport in Australia) to Los Angeles, then the average flight time is 14h 15m.

What is the best day of the week to fly to California?

Consider booking a flight to California on a Tuesday, which is the cheapest day of the week. You will also find that flying out on a Thursday is another low-cost option. Try to avoid booking your flight to California on Saturday, which tends to be the most expensive day of the week.

Which airlines fly to California?

You can find flights to California from 26 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with Fiji Airways, Qantas Airways or United Airlines as these are the most popular among our users. Fiji Airways is the most favoured with 42% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

Cheapest flights to cities in California

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Cheap California flight deals and tips

Summary info about California flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$468

Best Round-Trip Price

$952

Fastest flight time

17h 05m

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2 airlines
The best one-way flight price to California from Australia in the last 72 hours is $468 (Melbourne to Los Angeles).
The best round-trip flight price to California from Australia in the last 72 hours is $952 (Brisbane to San Francisco).
The fastest flight to California from Australia takes 17h 05m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Los Angeles).
There are 2 airlines operating flights to California, including Air Canada and Fiji Airways.

Useful information for your flight to California

Get up-to-date answers for some of the most frequently asked questions regarding flying to California

What is the best airport to fly into to visit Los Angeles?

I plan on visiting Disneyland Park. Which airport is the quickest drive?

The closest airport to Disneyland Park is Santa Ana Airport, and would make for the quickest drive. For those interested in a secondary airport to fly into, consider looking at flights heading to Los Angeles Airport.

What are the most popular landmarks in California?

What is the weather like in California?

The temperatures in California range from 14 °C to 23 °C depending on the time of year. The warmest month in California is July, and the coldest month in California is January. Those looking for a drier month during their visit should travel during the months of July, August, or June, when rain is least likely compared to the rest of the year.

How much are flights to California?

Flights to California can be found for as cheap as $792 per ticket. However our users tend to find airfares to California for around $5,788 on average. If you’re looking to find a good deal on your flight to California, then you should consider booking if you find anything for $4,930 or less.

Where is it cheapest to fly into California?

To save money on airfare when visiting California, consider Los Angeles airport in Los Angeles, which has the cheapest flights with an average airfare of $792. You may also consider flying to San Francisco airport in San Francisco for the second cheapest option with an average airfare of $895.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to California?

Prices for flights to California refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to California?

How old do you have to be to fly to California?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to California can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to California?

momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights to California. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good company.

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

All flight searches to California on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to California?

Once you have performed a search for flights to California, momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

I’m not ready to book a flight to California right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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Cheapest flight routes to California

These routes have the cheapest flights to California found by momondo users in Australia
DepartingDestinationBest TimeBest Price
MelbourneLos Angeles14h 15m$957
MelbourneSan Francisco14h 10m$964
BrisbaneLos Angeles13h 05m$966
SydneyLos Angeles13h 45m$966
SydneySan Francisco13h 20m$970
BrisbaneSan Francisco12h 55m$975
SydneyOakland24h 48m$1,094
SydneyOntario16h 41m$1,121
AdelaideSan Francisco17h 20m$1,191
BrisbaneOakland18h 02m$1,197
AdelaideLos Angeles17h 40m$1,233
SydneySan Diego17h 27m$1,233
SydneySan Jose16h 35m$1,241
SydneyPalm Springs44h 07m$1,241
SydneyBurbank25h 27m$1,291
SydneyLong Beach20h 00m$1,291