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Multiple Airlines
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Hawaiian Airlines
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Recent return flight deals from Australia to California

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21:40 - 17:14SYD-ONT
38h 34m1 stop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
09:45 - 19:45ONT-SYD
39h 00m1 stop
$1,090Hawaiian Airlines
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Fri, 14 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
21:40 - 17:14SYD-ONT
38h 34m1 stop
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09:45 - 19:45ONT-SYD
39h 00m1 stop
$1,092Hawaiian Airlines
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Sat, 15 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
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20:30 - 05:00MEL-LAX
49h 30m2 stops
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07:00 - 23:15LAX-MEL
23h 15m2 stops
$1,107
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Mon, 8 Sep - Fri, 12 Sep
Fiji Airways Logo
11:35 - 12:55BNE-LAX
18h 20m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
23:55 - 10:35LAX-BNE
17h 40m1 stop
$1,113Fiji Airways
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Fri, 10 Oct - Wed, 22 Oct
Fiji Airways Logo
11:35 - 12:55BNE-LAX
18h 20m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
22:45 - 10:20LAX-BNE
17h 35m1 stop
$1,115Fiji Airways
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Tue, 21 Oct - Wed, 19 Nov
United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 06:45MEL-LAX
14h 15mdirect
United Airlines Logo
20:20 - 08:15LAX-MEL
18h 55m1 stop
$1,176United Airlines
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Fri, 22 Aug - Fri, 5 Sep
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 12:24MEL-LAX
18h 29m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
20:20 - 08:15LAX-MEL
18h 55m1 stop
$1,179United Airlines
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Fri, 22 Aug - Fri, 5 Sep
Air New Zealand Logo
12:05 - 12:20MEL-LAX
18h 15m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
21:10 - 10:50LAX-MEL
19h 40m1 stop
$1,181Air New Zealand
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Thu, 16 Oct - Mon, 20 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
11:20 - 07:05SYD-LAX
13h 45mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
22:45 - 09:00LAX-SYD
15h 15mdirect
$1,182Qantas Airways
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Mon, 27 Oct - Tue, 11 Nov
Air New Zealand Logo
12:05 - 12:20MEL-LAX
18h 15m1 stop
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21:10 - 20:35LAX-MEL
29h 25m1 stop
$1,213Air New Zealand
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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 18 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to California that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

SydneyOntario

SYD - ONT

SYDONT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/11

21:40-17:14

1 stop38h 34m

Ontario

Tue 18/11

09:45-19:45

1 stop39h 00m

$1,090

SydneyOntario

SYD - ONT

SYDONT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/11

21:40-17:14

1 stop38h 34m

Ontario

Wed 19/11

09:45-19:45

1 stop39h 00m

$1,092

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Mon 8/9

20:30-05:00

2 stops49h 30m

Los Angeles

Fri 12/9

07:00-23:15

2 stops23h 15m

$1,107

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

Fri 10/10

11:35-12:55

1 stop18h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 22/10

23:55-10:35

1 stop17h 40m

$1,113

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

Tue 21/10

11:35-12:55

1 stop18h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 19/11

22:45-10:20

1 stop17h 35m

$1,115

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 22/8

09:30-06:45

Nonstop14h 15m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/9

20:20-08:15

1 stop18h 55m

$1,176

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 22/8

10:55-12:24

1 stop18h 29m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/9

20:20-08:15

1 stop18h 55m

$1,179

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Thu 16/10

12:05-12:20

1 stop18h 15m

Los Angeles

Mon 20/10

21:10-10:50

1 stop19h 40m

$1,181

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/10

11:20-07:05

Nonstop13h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/11

22:45-09:00

Nonstop15h 15m

$1,182

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

12:05-12:20

1 stop18h 15m

Los Angeles

Sun 19/10

21:10-20:35

1 stop29h 25m

$1,213

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What is the cheapest flight I can find to California?

The average flight to California costs $2,244/per person and the cheapest flight to California is $44/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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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 $1,770. 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 $1,932. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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Cheap California flight deals and tips

Summary info about California flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$547

Best Round-Trip Price

$1,090

Fastest flight time

16h 55m

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The best one-way flight price to California from Australia in the last 72 hours is $547 (Brisbane to San Francisco).
The best round-trip flight price to California from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,090 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Ontario).
The fastest flight to California from Australia takes 16h 55m (Melbourne to San Francisco).
December has the highest demand for flights to California, with a 11% 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 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.

Which airlines fly to California?

How much are flights to California?

Flights to California can be found for as cheap as $704 per ticket. However our users tend to find airfares to California for around $5,509 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 $4,934 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 $704. You may also consider flying to San Francisco airport in San Francisco for the second cheapest option with an average airfare of $757.

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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.

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