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Cheap flights from Sydney to California from $521

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Fiji Airways Logo
06:00 - 13:00
SYD
-
LAX
25h 00m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
23:35 - 22:05
LAX
-
SYD
28h 30m
1 stop
$992Fiji Airways
Fri, 13 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar
Fiji Airways Logo
06:00 - 12:00
SYD
-
LAX
25h 00m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
23:35 - 12:35
LAX
-
SYD
19h 00m
1 stop
$997Fiji Airways
Sat, 7 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
09:55 - 12:55
SYD
-
SFO
20h 00m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
22:05 - 10:40
SFO
-
SYD
19h 35m
1 stop
$1,084Air New Zealand
Tue, 19 May - Tue, 2 Jun
Air New Zealand Logo
11:45 - 11:05
SYD
-
SFO
18h 20m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
19:50 - 12:40
SFO
-
SYD
21h 50m
1 stop
$1,085Air New Zealand
Tue, 24 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar
United Airlines Logo
12:10 - 12:18
SYD
-
ONT
18h 08m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
18:49 - 06:55
ONT
-
SYD
19h 06m
1 stop
$1,389United Airlines
Mon, 9 Mar - Mon, 13 Apr
United Airlines Logo
10:20 - 09:56
SYD
-
ONT
16h 36m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
18:59 - 06:55
ONT
-
SYD
18h 56m
1 stop
$1,395United Airlines
Tue, 28 Apr - Sun, 17 May
Qantas Airways Logo
11:20 - 15:50
SYD
-
SMF
22h 30m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
16:55 - 09:00
SMF
-
SYD
22h 05m
1 stop
$1,569Qantas Airways
Fri, 13 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar
Qantas Airways Logo
11:20 - 15:50
SYD
-
SMF
22h 30m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
16:55 - 09:00
SMF
-
SYD
22h 05m
1 stop
$1,582Qantas Airways
Fri, 13 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar
Air Canada Logo
11:20 - 11:25
SYD
-
SNA
19h 05m
1 stop
Air Canada Logo
12:25 - 16:40
SNA
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SYD
33h 15m
2 stops
$1,733Air Canada
Thu, 19 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
Air Canada Logo
11:20 - 11:25
SYD
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SNA
19h 05m
1 stop
Air Canada Logo
12:25 - 16:40
SNA
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SYD
33h 15m
2 stops
$1,740Air Canada
Thu, 19 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb

Fiji Airways flights from Sydney to California

Our best Fiji Airways deals on Sydney to California flight tickets
Fiji Airways
13 Mar
SYD06:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 00m
1 stop
LAX13:00Los Angeles
20 Mar
LAX23:35Los Angeles
28h 30m
1 stop
SYD22:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
$992
Fiji Airways
7 Mar
SYD06:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 00m
1 stop
LAX12:00Los Angeles
15 Mar
LAX23:35Los Angeles
19h 00m
1 stop
SYD12:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
$997
Fiji Airways
16 Apr
SYD13:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 40m
1 stop
LAX12:55Los Angeles
26 Apr
LAX23:55Los Angeles
18h 50m
1 stop
SYD11:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
$998

Air New Zealand flights from Sydney to California

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Sydney to California flight tickets
Air New Zealand
26 May
SYD11:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 25m
1 stop
LAX13:20Los Angeles
23 June
LAX21:10Los Angeles
18h 35m
1 stop
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,084
Air New Zealand
24 Feb
SYD11:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 20m
1 stop
SFO11:05San Francisco
3 Mar
SFO19:50San Francisco
21h 50m
1 stop
SYD12:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,085
Air New Zealand
20 May
SYD11:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 00m
1 stop
SFO12:55San Francisco
25 May
SFO22:05San Francisco
19h 35m
1 stop
SYD10:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,088

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Return

Price

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/3

06:00-13:00

1 stop25h 00m

Los Angeles

Fri 20/3

23:35-22:05

1 stop28h 30m

$992

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/3

06:00-12:00

1 stop25h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 15/3

23:35-12:35

1 stop19h 00m

$997

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/5

09:55-12:55

1 stop20h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 2/6

22:05-10:40

1 stop19h 35m

$1,084

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/2

11:45-11:05

1 stop18h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

19:50-12:40

1 stop21h 50m

$1,085

SydneyOntario

SYD - ONT

SYDONT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/3

12:10-12:18

1 stop18h 08m

Ontario

Mon 13/4

18:49-06:55

1 stop19h 06m

$1,389

SydneyOntario

SYD - ONT

SYDONT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/4

10:20-09:56

1 stop16h 36m

Ontario

Sun 17/5

18:59-06:55

1 stop18h 56m

$1,395

SydneySacramento

SYD - SMF

SYDSMF

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/3

11:20-15:50

1 stop22h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 20/3

16:55-09:00

1 stop22h 05m

$1,569

SydneySacramento

SYD - SMF

SYDSMF

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/3

11:20-15:50

1 stop22h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 20/3

16:55-09:00

1 stop22h 05m

$1,582

SydneySanta Ana

SYD - SNA

SYDSNA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/2

11:20-11:25

1 stop19h 05m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 23/2

12:25-16:40

2 stops33h 15m

$1,733

SydneySanta Ana

SYD - SNA

SYDSNA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/2

11:20-11:25

1 stop19h 05m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 23/2

12:25-16:40

2 stops33h 15m

$1,740

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The cheapest month to fly to California from Sydney is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,092, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit California in August, then you should wait until October to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,092.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to California from Sydney is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $1,518. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Sydney to California on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,647. 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 Sydney in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,292 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $1,670. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $1,183 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 Sydney for as low as $1,128 on momondo.

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

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

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sydney to California flight.

Cheap Sydney to California flight deals and tips

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Best price found

$989

Fastest flight time

13h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in California

418 airports
The best one-way flight to California from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $989. The best return flight deal from Sydney to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,444.
The fastest flight from Sydney to California takes 13h 20m
Direct flights go from Sydney to California every day.
There are 418 airports in California. From Sydney there are direct flights to San Francisco (SFO).
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to California?

    Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to California were last updated today.

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

Best airlines flying from Sydney to California

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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
DeltaPriceFrom $593Free cancellationRating
7.9
8,127 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $606Free cancellationRating
7.8
2,830 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $680Free cancellationRating
7.2
11,206 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $747Free cancellationRating
7.6
432 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $778Free cancellationRating
8.4
1,078 reviews
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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $795Free cancellationRating
8.0
223 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $893Free cancellationRating
8.0
11,808 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $923Free cancellationRating
7.1
10,667 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $940Free cancellationRating
7.5
981 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $960Free cancellationRating
8.0
577 reviews
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