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

Fiji Airways, Air Canada, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Which airlines fly to Sydney?

Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Fiji Airways 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 8 different airlines that fly to Sydney on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of February 2026, 165 flights take off from California and land in Sydney each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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 40m and 14h 55m, respectively.

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

As of February 2026, there are 23 flights per day flying from California to Sydney. The most common time of day flights depart is 22:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

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 8 operators available for flights from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport as of February 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

06:00 - 13:05

SYD

LAX

24h 05m

1 stop

$1,005Fiji Airways

Sat, 11 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr

23:55 - 11:50

LAX

SYD

18h 55m

1 stop

06:00 - 13:05

SYD

LAX

24h 05m

1 stop

$1,006Fiji Airways

Tue, 11 Aug - Wed, 16 Sep

23:05 - 07:05

LAX

SYD

15h 00mdirect

19:25 - 07:05

SYD

LAX

28h 40m

2 stops

$1,019Qantas Airways

Mon, 20 Apr - Mon, 11 May

23:05 - 07:05

LAX

SYD

15h 00mdirect

19:25 - 07:05

SYD

LAX

28h 40m

2 stops

$1,020Qantas Airways

Fri, 1 May - Wed, 6 May

07:45 - 11:50

LAS

SYD

35h 05m

2 stops

13:15 - 17:21

SYD

LAS

21h 06m

2 stops

$1,119Multiple Airlines

Wed, 27 May - Thu, 4 Jun

07:00 - 12:50

LAS

SYD

35h 50m

2 stops

06:00 - 18:28

SYD

LAS

29h 28m

2 stops

$1,158Multiple Airlines

Sun, 29 Mar - Tue, 14 Apr

06:15 - 08:20

LAS

SYD

32h 05m

1 stop

09:20 - 15:58

SYD

LAS

23h 38m

1 stop

$1,217Air Canada

Sun, 29 Mar - Tue, 14 Apr

06:15 - 07:20

LAS

SYD

32h 05m

1 stop

09:20 - 22:17

SYD

LAS

29h 57m

1 stop

$1,291Air Canada

Sun, 5 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr

10:49 - 10:40

SAN

SYD

30h 51m

2 stops

09:55 - 23:54

SYD

SAN

30h 59m

2 stops

$1,401Air New Zealand

Sun, 24 May - Mon, 1 Jun

18:26 - 10:40

SAN

SYD

23h 14m

2 stops

11:55 - 17:24

SYD

SAN

22h 29m

2 stops

$1,402Air New Zealand

Wed, 6 May - Wed, 13 May

Alaska Airlines flights from California to Sydney

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Alaska Airlines

18 May

OAK07:00Oakland

18h 50m

1 stop

SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

31 May

SYD20:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 50m

1 stop

OAK20:35Oakland

$1,464

Alaska Airlines

22 May

OAK07:00Oakland

18h 50m

1 stop

SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

31 May

SYD20:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 50m

1 stop

OAK20:35Oakland

$1,480

Alaska Airlines

2 Mar

SJC07:00San Jose

17h 45m

1 stop

SYD19:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

12 Mar

SYD21:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 35m

1 stop

SJC22:15San Jose

$1,501

Qantas Airways flights from California to Sydney

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Qantas Airways

20 Apr

LAX23:05Los Angeles

15h 00m

SYD07:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

11 May

SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 40m

2 stops

LAX07:05Los Angeles

$1,019

Qantas Airways

1 May

LAX23:05Los Angeles

15h 00m

SYD07:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

6 May

SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 40m

2 stops

LAX07:05Los Angeles

$1,020

Qantas Airways

21 Mar

LAX22:25Los Angeles

15h 00m

SYD07:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

23 Mar

SYD19:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 10m

2 stops

LAX08:25Los Angeles

$1,037

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23:55-11:50

1 stop18h 55m

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1 stop24h 05m

$1,005

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Tue 11/8

23:55-11:50

1 stop18h 55m

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Wed 16/9

06:00-13:05

1 stop24h 05m

$1,006

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LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Mon 20/4

23:05-07:05

Nonstop15h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 11/5

19:25-07:05

2 stops28h 40m

$1,019

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Fri 1/5

23:05-07:05

Nonstop15h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

19:25-07:05

2 stops28h 40m

$1,020

Las VegasSydney

LAS - SYD

LASSYD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 27/5

07:45-11:50

2 stops35h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/6

13:15-17:21

2 stops21h 06m

$1,119

Las VegasSydney

LAS - SYD

LASSYD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 29/3

07:00-12:50

2 stops35h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/4

06:00-18:28

2 stops29h 28m

$1,158

Las VegasSydney

LAS - SYD

LASSYD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 29/3

06:15-08:20

1 stop32h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/4

09:20-15:58

1 stop23h 38m

$1,217

Las VegasSydney

LAS - SYD

LASSYD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 5/4

06:15-07:20

1 stop32h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

09:20-22:17

1 stop29h 57m

$1,291

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Sun 24/5

10:49-10:40

2 stops30h 51m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/6

09:55-23:54

2 stops30h 59m

$1,401

San DiegoSydney

SAN - SYD

SANSYD

San Diego

Wed 6/5

18:26-10:40

2 stops23h 14m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/5

11:55-17:24

2 stops22h 29m

$1,402

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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 $1,214. 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 $1,287.

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 $1,270. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,749.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $1,363 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 $1,276 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Sydney Kingsford Smith 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?

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Sydney flight.

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Best price found	$748
Fastest flight time	14h 40m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Sydney	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Sydney from California in the past 72 hours is $748. The best return flight deal from California to Sydney found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,385.

The fastest flight from California to Sydney takes 14h 40m

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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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 8 operators available for flights from California to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport as of February 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 777-300ER, making up 31.05% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 28.55%, Airbus A380-800 with 18.30%, and Boeing 777 with 10.39%.

Best airlines flying from California to Sydney

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Delta	PriceFrom $664	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,244 reviews	Search Delta flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $713	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,837 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $967	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 228 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,105	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,760 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,106	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 999 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,132	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,366 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,181	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,370 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $1,235	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,971 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights

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