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Recent flights found to popular cities in California

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American Airlines
3 Dec
SYD
13h 45m
LAX
2 Feb
LAX
15h 00m
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Qantas Airways
25 Nov
SYD
13h 45m
LAX
15 Dec
LAX
15h 00m
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American Airlines
8 Dec
SYD
13h 45m
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16 Dec
LAX
15h 00m
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Qantas Airways
26 Nov
SYD
13h 45m
LAX
8 Dec
LAX
15h 00m
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American Airlines
4 Dec
SYD
32h 35m
2 stops
LAX
14 Dec
LAX
15h 15m
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American Airlines
2 Dec
SYD
13h 45m
LAX
18 Jan
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18h 10m
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Air Canada
25 Jan
SYD
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4 Feb
LAX
27h 30m
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American Airlines
20 Nov
SYD
13h 45m
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24 Nov
LAX
35h 56m
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United Airlines
3 Dec
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13h 40m
LAX
20 Jan
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15h 10m
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Air Canada
24 Feb
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26h 29m
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3 Mar
LAX
53h 18m
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Alaska Airlines
11 Dec
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20h 55m
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31 Dec
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17h 45m
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American Airlines
3 Dec
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25h 12m
1 stop
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18 Jan
LAX
21h 35m
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Fiji Airways
3 Dec
BNE
19h 05m
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SFO
10 Dec
SFO
18h 15m
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Air Canada
3 Dec
BNE
48h 44m
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SFO
10 Dec
SFO
54h 06m
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Air Canada
3 Dec
BNE
22h 50m
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10 Dec
SFO
54h 06m
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Air Canada
5 Mar
BNE
24h 46m
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SFO
19 Mar
SFO
31h 15m
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Air Canada
5 Mar
BNE
27h 49m
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Air Canada
11 Feb
BNE
17h 49m
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Air Canada
18 Feb
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Fiji Airways
18 Feb
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19h 00m
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SFO
18h 30m
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Air Canada
26 Jan
BNE
17h 49m
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SFO
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Air Canada
26 Jan
BNE
17h 49m
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SFO
20h 45m
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Air Canada
5 Mar
BNE
24h 46m
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SFO
30h 05m
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Air Canada
5 Mar
BNE
24h 46m
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19 Mar
SFO
30h 05m
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Air Canada
5 Mar
SYD
19h 43m
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SAN
9 Mar
SAN
26h 35m
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Air Canada
5 Mar
SYD
19h 43m
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SAN
29h 55m
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Multiple Airlines
13 Mar
SYD
25h 04m
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SAN
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Air Canada
13 Mar
SYD
25h 04m
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SAN
24h 30m
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Air Canada
5 Mar
SYD
22h 03m
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9 Mar
SAN
26h 30m
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Multiple Airlines
13 Mar
SYD
22h 33m
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SAN
19 Mar
SAN
24h 30m
2 stops
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Air Canada
13 Mar
SYD
22h 03m
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SAN
19 Mar
SAN
25h 30m
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Air Canada
5 Mar
SYD
25h 04m
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SAN
20h 30m
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Air Canada
5 Mar
SYD
19h 43m
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SAN
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Air Canada
13 Mar
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19h 43m
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Air Canada
4 Dec
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19h 43m
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SAN
44h 00m
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Air Canada
4 May
MEL
35h 33m
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SAN
7 May
SAN
25h 35m
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American Airlines
11 Mar
SYD
27h 26m
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15 Mar
SJC
43h 36m
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American Airlines
11 Mar
SYD
27h 26m
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SJC
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SJC
43h 36m
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American Airlines
11 Mar
BNE
33h 14m
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SJC
40h 36m
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American Airlines
12 Mar
BNE
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American Airlines
22 Apr
SYD
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American Airlines
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American Airlines
12 Mar
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American Airlines
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American Airlines
22 Apr
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American Airlines
22 Apr
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26h 30m
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American Airlines
13 Jan
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23h 29m
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18 Jan
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Alaska Airlines
13 Jan
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17h 08m
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17 Jan
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17h 45m
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11:20 - 06:05SYD-LAX
13h 45mdirect
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21:25 - 07:25LAX-SYD
15h 00mdirect
$987American Airlines
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11:20 - 06:05SYD-LAX
13h 45mdirect
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21:25 - 07:25LAX-SYD
15h 00mdirect
$990Qantas Airways
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Tue, 25 Nov - Mon, 15 Dec
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11:20 - 06:00SYD-LAX
13h 40mdirect
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22:55 - 09:05LAX-SYD
15h 10mdirect
$1,002United Airlines
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Wed, 3 Dec - Tue, 20 Jan
United Airlines Logo
12:10 - 10:43SYD-LAX
17h 33m1 stop
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17:20 - 09:15LAX-SYD
20h 55m1 stop
$1,011United Airlines
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Thu, 27 Nov - Wed, 4 Feb
Fiji Airways Logo
14:00 - 11:50SYD-LAX
16h 50m1 stop
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22:45 - 12:35LAX-SYD
18h 50m1 stop
$1,041Fiji Airways
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Fri, 28 Nov - Mon, 2 Feb
Fiji Airways Logo
11:25 - 12:50BNE-LAX
18h 25m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
23:45 - 10:20LAX-BNE
17h 35m1 stop
$1,045Fiji Airways
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Wed, 11 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
08:20 - 10:40BNE-LAX
20h 20m1 stop
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19:05 - 07:00LAX-BNE
17h 55m1 stop
$1,090Air New Zealand
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Fri, 21 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec
Air New Zealand Logo
08:35 - 11:15MEL-LAX
21h 40m1 stop
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19:05 - 09:25LAX-MEL
19h 20m1 stop
$1,093Air New Zealand
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Wed, 19 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
08:40 - 06:50MEL-SFO
17h 10m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
23:10 - 20:15SFO-MEL
26h 05m1 stop
$1,330Virgin Australia
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Thu, 27 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec
Virgin Australia Logo
13:00 - 08:25MEL-SFO
14h 25mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
23:05 - 10:00SFO-MEL
15h 55mdirect
$1,337Virgin Australia
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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 5 November 2025.
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Return

Price

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/12

11:20-06:05

Nonstop13h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

21:25-07:25

Nonstop15h 00m

$987

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 25/11

11:20-06:05

Nonstop13h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 15/12

21:25-07:25

Nonstop15h 00m

$990

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/12

11:20-06:00

Nonstop13h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 20/1

22:55-09:05

Nonstop15h 10m

$1,002

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 27/11

12:10-10:43

1 stop17h 33m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/2

17:20-09:15

1 stop20h 55m

$1,011

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/11

14:00-11:50

1 stop16h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

22:45-12:35

1 stop18h 50m

$1,041

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

Wed 11/3

11:25-12:50

1 stop18h 25m

Los Angeles

Sun 15/3

23:45-10:20

1 stop17h 35m

$1,045

BrisbaneLos Angeles

BNE - LAX

BNELAX

Brisbane

Fri 21/11

08:20-10:40

1 stop20h 20m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/12

19:05-07:00

1 stop17h 55m

$1,090

MelbourneLos Angeles

MEL - LAX

MELLAX

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

08:35-11:15

1 stop21h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 22/11

19:05-09:25

1 stop19h 20m

$1,093

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Thu 27/11

08:40-06:50

1 stop17h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 8/12

23:10-20:15

1 stop26h 05m

$1,330

MelbourneSan Francisco

MEL - SFO

MELSFO

Melbourne

Tue 9/12

13:00-08:25

Nonstop14h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 29/12

23:05-10:00

Nonstop15h 55m

$1,337

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What is the cheapest flight I can find to California?

The average flight to California costs $1,963/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 $1,683. 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 $1,824. 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

$484

Best Round-Trip Price

$987

Fastest flight time

13h 20m

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The best one-way flight price to California from Australia in the last 72 hours is $484 (Melbourne to San Francisco).
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 13h 20m (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.

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 $728 per ticket. However our users tend to find airfares to California for around $5,163 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 $4,525 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 $728. You may also consider flying to San Francisco airport in San Francisco for the second cheapest option with an average airfare of $768.

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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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