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American Airlines
17 Mar
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Fiji Airways
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Fiji Airways
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Fiji Airways
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Fiji Airways
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Fiji Airways
7 May
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Fiji Airways
11 Mar
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Fiji Airways
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Air New Zealand
27 Nov
MEL
17h 55m
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SFO
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20h 05m
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Air New Zealand
26 Nov
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20h 45m
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Air New Zealand
27 Nov
MEL
21h 30m
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20h 05m
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Air New Zealand
20 Mar
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20h 00m
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Air New Zealand
2 Mar
BNE
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American Airlines
5 Mar
BNE
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American Airlines
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Air New Zealand
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BNE
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Air New Zealand
26 Nov
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Air New Zealand
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Air New Zealand
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Fiji Airways
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American Airlines
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American Airlines
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American Airlines
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Multiple Airlines
3 Dec
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American Airlines
19 Jan
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United Airlines
15 Dec
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American Airlines
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United Airlines
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Air Canada
4 May
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Air Canada
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American Airlines
11 Mar
BNE
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American Airlines
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Hawaiian Airlines
17 Jan
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Alaska Airlines
10 Feb
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Delta
12 Jan
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Multiple Airlines
12 Jan
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Multiple Airlines
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United Airlines
10 Feb
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Hawaiian Airlines
12 Jan
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Alaska Airlines
12 Jan
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11:20 - 07:10SYD-LAX
13h 50mdirect
American Airlines Logo
09:30 - 06:55LAX-SYD
27h 25m1 stop
$987American Airlines
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Tue, 17 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar
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13:05 - 15:28SYD-LAX
20h 23m1 stop
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17:00 - 06:10LAX-SYD
19h 10m1 stop
$1,005American Airlines
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Tue, 17 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar
Fiji Airways Logo
06:00 - 11:50SYD-LAX
24h 50m1 stop
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22:45 - 12:35LAX-SYD
18h 50m1 stop
$1,021Fiji Airways
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Tue, 20 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
Fiji Airways Logo
06:00 - 11:50SYD-LAX
24h 50m1 stop
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22:45 - 12:35LAX-SYD
18h 50m1 stop
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Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
08:35 - 13:20MEL-LAX
21h 45m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
22:10 - 10:50LAX-MEL
19h 40m1 stop
$1,085Air New Zealand
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Wed, 6 May - Sat, 23 May
Air New Zealand Logo
12:10 - 11:05MEL-SFO
17h 55m1 stop
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19:50 - 10:55SFO-MEL
20h 05m1 stop
$1,085Air New Zealand
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Thu, 27 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec
Qantas Airways Logo
19:40 - 14:30BNE-LAX
12h 50mdirect
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20:50 - 05:00LAX-BNE
14h 10mdirect
$1,091Qantas Airways
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Mon, 2 Feb - Tue, 10 Feb
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19:40 - 14:30BNE-LAX
12h 50mdirect
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20:50 - 05:00LAX-BNE
14h 10mdirect
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United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 06:40MEL-LAX
14h 10mdirect
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20:05 - 08:15LAX-MEL
19h 10m1 stop
$1,192United Airlines
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Wed, 8 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr
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09:30 - 06:40MEL-LAX
14h 10mdirect
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29h 00m1 stop
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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 November 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

11:20-07:10

Nonstop13h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 24/3

09:30-06:55

1 stop27h 25m

$987

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

13:05-15:28

1 stop20h 23m

Los Angeles

Tue 24/3

17:00-06:10

1 stop19h 10m

$1,005

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/1

06:00-11:50

1 stop24h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/2

22:45-12:35

1 stop18h 50m

$1,021

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

06:00-11:50

1 stop24h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/2

22:45-12:35

1 stop18h 50m

$1,024

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

08:35-13:20

1 stop21h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 23/5

22:10-10:50

1 stop19h 40m

$1,085

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 27/11

12:10-11:05

1 stop17h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 8/12

19:50-10:55

1 stop20h 05m

$1,085

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

Mon 2/2

19:40-14:30

Nonstop12h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/2

20:50-05:00

Nonstop14h 10m

$1,091

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

Sat 22/11

19:40-14:30

Nonstop12h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/12

20:50-05:00

Nonstop14h 10m

$1,122

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 8/4

09:30-06:40

Nonstop14h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 22/4

20:05-08:15

1 stop19h 10m

$1,192

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Fri 10/4

09:30-06:40

Nonstop14h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 27/4

10:15-08:15

1 stop29h 00m

$1,197

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What is the cheapest flight I can find to California?

The average flight to California costs $1,954/per person and the cheapest flight to California is $50/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 Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as $1,676. 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 $1,815. 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

$632

Best Round-Trip Price

$987

Fastest flight time

12h 50m

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The best one-way flight price to California from Australia in the last 72 hours is $632 (Brisbane to Los Angeles).
The best round-trip flight price to California from Australia in the last 72 hours is $987 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Los Angeles).
The fastest flight to California from Australia takes 12h 50m (Brisbane to Los Angeles).
December has the highest demand for flights to California, with a 14% 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.

Which airlines fly to California?

How much are flights to California?

Flights to California can be found for as cheap as $725 per ticket. However our users tend to find airfares to California for around $5,140 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 $4,504 or less.

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

Consider booking a flight to California on a Monday, which is the cheapest day of the week. You will also find that flying out on a Tuesday 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 $725. 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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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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