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Fiji Airways
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Fiji Airways
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Fiji Airways
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SYD
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Fiji Airways
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Air New Zealand
12 Nov
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16h 10m
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Fiji Airways
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Fiji Airways
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Air New Zealand
27 Nov
MEL
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Air New Zealand
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SYD
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Air New Zealand
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Fiji Airways
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Air New Zealand
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Delta
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BNE
16h 14m
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SAN
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SAN
28h 20m
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United Airlines
10 Dec
MEL
26h 45m
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SAN
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Air New Zealand
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SYD
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Alaska Airlines
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29h 17m
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Air New Zealand
8 Nov
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United Airlines
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United Airlines
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SYD
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MEL
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SAN
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American Airlines
11 Mar
SYD
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SJC
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United Airlines
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United Airlines
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American Airlines
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United Airlines
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Hawaiian Airlines
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United Airlines
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Alaska Airlines
18 Jan
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19h 18m
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17h 30m
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20 Feb
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21h 03m
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14:15 - 12:50MEL-LAX
16h 35m1 stop
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22:45 - 13:15LAX-MEL
19h 30m1 stop
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22:45 - 13:15LAX-MEL
19h 30m1 stop
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12:00 - 07:25MEL-LAX
14h 25mdirect
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22:50 - 09:30LAX-MEL
15h 40mdirect
$1,145Qantas Airways
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Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb
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12:00 - 07:25MEL-LAX
14h 25mdirect
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22:50 - 09:30LAX-MEL
15h 40mdirect
$1,154Qantas Airways
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Thu, 22 Jan - Mon, 9 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
11:45 - 12:15SYD-LAX
18h 30m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
20:05 - 08:45LAX-SYD
18h 40m1 stop
$1,166Air New Zealand
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Thu, 30 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov
Air New Zealand Logo
12:10 - 12:15MEL-LAX
18h 05m1 stop
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20:10 - 10:55LAX-MEL
19h 45m1 stop
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Air Canada Logo
07:10 - 13:24MEL-LAX
24h 14m2 stops
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18:10 - 14:15LAX-MEL
26h 05m2 stops
$1,188Air Canada
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11:30 - 06:50MEL-LAX
14h 20mdirect
United Airlines Logo
22:35 - 09:30LAX-MEL
15h 55mdirect
$1,197United Airlines
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Air Canada Logo
07:10 - 13:24MEL-LAX
25h 14m2 stops
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18:10 - 17:40LAX-MEL
28h 30m2 stops
$1,199Air Canada
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11:30 - 06:50MEL-LAX
14h 20mdirect
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Locate flights to California that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, momondo users made a total of 78,305 searches and data was last updated on 13 October 2025.
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Return

Price

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sun 2/11

14:15-12:50

1 stop16h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 17/11

22:45-13:15

1 stop19h 30m

$1,077

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sun 2/11

14:15-12:50

1 stop16h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 17/11

22:45-13:15

1 stop19h 30m

$1,083

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

12:00-07:25

Nonstop14h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/2

22:50-09:30

Nonstop15h 40m

$1,145

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 22/1

12:00-07:25

Nonstop14h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/2

22:50-09:30

Nonstop15h 40m

$1,154

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/10

11:45-12:15

1 stop18h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/11

20:05-08:45

1 stop18h 40m

$1,166

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 31/10

12:10-12:15

1 stop18h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/11

20:10-10:55

1 stop19h 45m

$1,183

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

07:10-13:24

2 stops24h 14m

Los Angeles

Wed 25/3

18:10-14:15

2 stops26h 05m

$1,188

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Tue 13/1

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/2

22:35-09:30

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,197

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Sun 8/2

07:10-13:24

2 stops25h 14m

Los Angeles

Fri 13/2

18:10-17:40

2 stops28h 30m

$1,199

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 19/12

11:30-06:50

Nonstop14h 20m

Los Angeles

Fri 26/12

22:50-10:00

1 stop40h 10m

$1,205

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to California from Australia is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $1,707. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Australia to California on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,855. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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Summary info about California flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$599

Best Round-Trip Price

$1,077

Fastest flight time

14h 20m

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The best one-way flight price to California from Australia in the last 72 hours is $599 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Los Angeles).
The best round-trip flight price to California from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,077 (Melbourne to Los Angeles).
The fastest flight to California from Australia takes 14h 20m (Melbourne to Los Angeles).
December has the highest demand for flights to California, with a 15% price increase on average.

Frequently asked questions about 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, California 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.

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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.

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How much are flights to California?

Flights to California can be found for as cheap as $723 per ticket. However our users tend to find airfares to California for around $5,235 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 $4,649 or less.

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 Monday 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.

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 $723. You may also consider flying to San Francisco airport in San Francisco for the second cheapest option with an average airfare of $765.

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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.

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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.

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