How many flights depart from California to Sydney on average per day?

As of June 2026, there are 23 flights per day flying from California to Sydney. The most common time of day flights depart is 23:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from California to Sydney on average per week?

As of June 2026, 162 flights take off from California and land in Sydney each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and ANA are the most popular carriers operating from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith

How long does it take to fly to Sydney?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as San Francisco or Los Angeles, and flying into Sydney, then you can expect flight times to average 14h 50m and 14h 55m, respectively.

Which airlines fly to Sydney?

Qantas Airways, Fiji Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sydney from California according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Sydney. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Sydney on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

There are 6 operators available for flights from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

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 from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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23:55 - 11:50

LAX

SYD

18h 55m

1 stop

13:15 - 13:05

SYD

LAX

16h 50m

1 stop

$1,140Fiji Airways

Fri, 31 Jul - Fri, 14 Aug

23:55 - 11:50

LAX

SYD

18h 55m

1 stop

13:15 - 13:05

SYD

LAX

16h 50m

1 stop

$1,143Fiji Airways

Mon, 22 Jun - Fri, 26 Jun

11:15 - 11:50

SFO

SYD

31h 35m

2 stops

06:15 - 20:45

SYD

SFO

31h 30m

2 stops

$1,310Multiple Airlines

Wed, 22 Jul - Fri, 31 Jul

07:00 - 18:50

LGB

SYD

18h 50m

1 stop

20:45 - 20:46

SYD

LGB

17h 01m

1 stop

$1,374Alaska Airlines

Mon, 27 Jul - Tue, 11 Aug

07:00 - 18:50

ONT

SYD

17h 50m

1 stop

21:40 - 21:01

SYD

ONT

17h 21m

1 stop

$1,374Multiple Airlines

Mon, 19 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

07:25 - 18:50

LGB

SYD

18h 25m

1 stop

20:45 - 20:30

SYD

LGB

16h 45m

1 stop

$1,377Alaska Airlines

Wed, 26 Aug - Sun, 6 Sep

16:55 - 07:20

SAN

SYD

21h 25m

1 stop

09:20 - 11:53

SYD

SAN

19h 33m

1 stop

$1,433Air Canada

Sun, 21 Jun - Tue, 7 Jul

07:05 - 09:35

SAN

SYD

31h 30m

1 stop

11:20 - 13:04

SYD

SAN

20h 44m

1 stop

$1,451Air Canada

Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov

07:00 - 06:50

BUR

SYD

30h 50m

2 stops

09:15 - 16:08

SYD

BUR

23h 53m

2 stops

$1,463Delta

Sun, 26 Jul - Mon, 24 Aug

16:54 - 06:50

BUR

SYD

44h 56m

2 stops

09:15 - 16:08

SYD

BUR

23h 53m

2 stops

$1,482Delta

Sat, 25 Jul - Tue, 25 Aug

United Airlines flights from California to Sydney

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United Airlines

7 June

LAX22:45Los Angeles

15h 15m

SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

21 June

SYD09:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 40m

LAX06:10Los Angeles

$1,371

United Airlines

14 June

LAX18:45Los Angeles

19h 10m

1 stop

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

6 Sept

SYD09:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 40m

LAX06:10Los Angeles

$1,373

United Airlines

7 June

LAX16:14Los Angeles

21h 41m

1 stop

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

21 June

SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

20h 35m

1 stop

LAX13:55Los Angeles

$1,380

ANA flights from California to Sydney

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ANA

27 Sept

LAX00:50Los Angeles

25h 20m

1 stop

SYD19:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

14 Oct

SYD12:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 31m

2 stops

LAX23:16Los Angeles

$1,172

ANA

28 Sept

LAX17:37Los Angeles

32h 33m

2 stops

SYD19:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

14 Oct

SYD12:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 31m

2 stops

LAX23:16Los Angeles

$1,179

ANA

28 Sept

LAX00:50Los Angeles

25h 20m

1 stop

SYD19:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

14 Oct

SYD12:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 00m

1 stop

LAX18:45Los Angeles

$1,228

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Los Angeles

Fri 31/7

23:55-11:50

1 stop18h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/8

13:15-13:05

1 stop16h 50m

$1,140

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LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 22/6

23:55-11:50

1 stop18h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 26/6

13:15-13:05

1 stop16h 50m

$1,143

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Wed 22/7

11:15-11:50

2 stops31h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/7

06:15-20:45

2 stops31h 30m

$1,310

Long BeachSydney

LGB - SYD

LGBSYD

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 27/7

07:00-18:50

1 stop18h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/8

20:45-20:46

1 stop17h 01m

$1,374

OntarioSydney

ONT - SYD

ONTSYD

Ontario

Mon 19/10

07:00-18:50

1 stop17h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/10

21:40-21:01

1 stop17h 21m

$1,374

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Long BeachSydney

LGB - SYD

LGBSYD

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 26/8

07:25-18:50

1 stop18h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/9

20:45-20:30

1 stop16h 45m

$1,377

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Sun 21/6

16:55-07:20

1 stop21h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/7

09:20-11:53

1 stop19h 33m

$1,433

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Wed 11/11

07:05-09:35

1 stop31h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/11

11:20-13:04

1 stop20h 44m

$1,451

BurbankSydney

BUR - SYD

BURSYD

Burbank Bob Hope

Sun 26/7

07:00-06:50

2 stops30h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/8

09:15-16:08

2 stops23h 53m

$1,463

BurbankSydney

BUR - SYD

BURSYD

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 25/7

16:54-06:50

2 stops44h 56m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 25/8

09:15-16:08

2 stops23h 53m

$1,482

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from California, with most prices found around $1,179. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,186.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Sydney. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,303. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,551.

What is the cheapest California to Sydney Kingsford Smith flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Sydney?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around $1,345 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from California for as low as $1,271 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Sydney flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Sydney flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Sydney flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to Sydney.

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Best price found	$771
Fastest flight time	14h 50m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Sydney	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Sydney from California in the past 72 hours is $771. The best return flight deal from California to Sydney found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,438.

The fastest flight from California to Sydney takes 14h 50m

Direct flights go from California to Sydney every day.

There is 1 airport in Sydney. From California there are direct flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Sydney

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
There are 6 operators available for flights from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
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 from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Sydney?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between California and Sydney, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, making up 32.21% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 777-300ER with 27.12%, Airbus A380-800 with 17.08%, and Airbus A350-900 with 11.46%.

Best airlines flying from California to Sydney

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Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $707	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,831 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $835	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,395 reviews	Search Delta flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $969	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 243 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,093	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,042 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,154	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,772 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,172	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,639 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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