How many flights depart from New South Wales to California on average per week?

The number of flights available between New South Wales and California is 198 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 15% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How long is the flight from New South Wales to California?

The flight from New South Wales to California depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Sydney (a popular airport in New South Wales) to Los Angeles (the most popular airport in California), then the flight time is 13h 40m on average. If you fly from Newcastle (another popular airport in New South Wales) to Los Angeles, then the average flight time is 16h 35m.

Which airlines fly to California?

Qantas Airways, Fiji Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from New South Wales according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 17 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New South Wales to California?

Sichuan Airlines, Fiji Airways, and Hawaiian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New South Wales to California

How many flights depart from New South Wales to California on average per day?

The number of flights available between New South Wales and California is 28 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 11:00, with 51% of daily flights leaving at midday.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New South Wales to California?

Prices for flights from New South Wales to California were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New South Wales to California?

The number of operators available for flights from New South Wales to California is 17 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from New South Wales to California?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New South Wales 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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LAX

23h 55m1 stop

23:55 - 22:10

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29h 15m1 stop

$1,107Fiji Airways

Fri, 22 May - Mon, 8 Jun

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28h 30m1 stop

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16h 10m1 stop

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17h 55m1 stop

$1,322Air New Zealand

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21h 50m1 stop

$1,325Air New Zealand

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17h 45m1 stop

$1,584Hawaiian Airlines

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19h 43m1 stop

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$1,590Air Canada

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17h 15m1 stop

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39h 55m1 stop

$1,608Hawaiian Airlines

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21h 27m1 stop

$1,663United Airlines

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Fiji Airways flights from New South Wales to California

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Fiji Airways

22 May

SYD06:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 55m

1 stop

LAX12:55Los Angeles

8 June

LAX23:55Los Angeles

29h 15m

1 stop

SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

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11 Feb

SYD06:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 00m

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LAX12:00Los Angeles

16 Feb

LAX22:35Los Angeles

19h 00m

1 stop

SYD12:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

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9 Mar

SYD14:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

17h 00m

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LAX13:00Los Angeles

13 Mar

LAX23:35Los Angeles

28h 30m

1 stop

SYD22:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

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1 Feb

SYD21:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 30m

SFO15:55San Francisco

15 Feb

SFO20:30San Francisco

14h 40m

SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

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1 Feb

SYD21:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 30m

SFO15:55San Francisco

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SFO10:22San Francisco

27h 38m

1 stop

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

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25 Dec

SYD06:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 55m

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7 Jan

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18h 40m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The cheapest month to fly to California from New South Wales is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,148, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit California in February, then you should wait until October to fly from New South Wales, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,154.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to California from New South Wales is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $1,592. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from New South Wales to California on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,730. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

Flying to California from New South Wales in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,359 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $1,744. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest New South Wales to California flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from New South Wales when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $1,243 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from New South Wales for as low as $1,169 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New South Wales to California flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New South Wales to California 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 New South Wales to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a New South Wales to California flight.

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Best price found	$1,002
Fastest flight time	13h 20m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from New South Wales in the past 72 hours is $1,002. The best return flight deal from New South Wales to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,391.

The fastest flight from New South Wales to California takes 13h 20m

Direct flights go from New South Wales to California on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Airline offering direct flights is Virgin Australia..

There are 418 airports in California. From New South Wales there are direct flights to Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New South Wales to California?
Prices for flights from New South Wales to California were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New South Wales to California?
The number of operators available for flights from New South Wales to California is 17 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from New South Wales to California?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New South Wales 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.
What is the most popular plane model from New South Wales to California?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New South Wales and California, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, making up 48.79% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A380-800 with 22.58%, Boeing 777 with 11.60%, and Airbus A380 with 10.20%.

Best airlines flying from New South Wales to California

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Delta	PriceFrom $677	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,019 reviews	Search Delta flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $719	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,820 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $840	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 210 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $946	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,050 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $961	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,486 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $978	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,547 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,001	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 948 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,013	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 556 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,031	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 131 reviews	Search Air China flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,041	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,096 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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What cabin class options are available on New South Wales to California flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New South Wales to California 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 New South Wales to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a New South Wales to California flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New South Wales to California?

Sichuan Airlines, Fiji Airways, and Hawaiian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New South Wales to California

Which airlines fly to California?

How many flights depart from New South Wales to California on average per day?

The number of flights available between New South Wales and California is 28 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 11:00, with 51% of daily flights leaving at midday.

How many flights depart from New South Wales to California on average per week?

The number of flights available between New South Wales and California is 198 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 15% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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