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

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

Which airlines fly to California?

Qantas Airways, Fiji Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Sydney according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 18 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

169 flights are operational weekly from Sydney to California as of September 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

As of September 2025, 24 flights take off from Sydney and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 09:00, with 77% of daily flights taking off at midday.

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.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to California is 18 as of September 2025.

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.

$516 Cheap Flights from Sydney to California in 2025

1 adult

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Sydney to California

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Direct

Cheap return flights

11:20 - 18:08SYD-SNA

24h 48m2 stops

08:30 - 06:55SNA-SYD

27h 25m1 stop

$991American Airlines

Find Deal

Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov

11:20 - 18:22SYD-SNA

25h 02m2 stops

13:27 - 09:00SNA-SYD

24h 33m2 stops

$1,001American Airlines

Find Deal

Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov

18:45 - 14:25SYD-LAX

13h 40mdirect

22:10 - 07:30LAX-SYD

15h 20mdirect

$1,050Qantas Airways

Find Deal

Wed, 8 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct

13:15 - 12:55SYD-LAX

16h 40m1 stop

23:55 - 12:45LAX-SYD

18h 50m1 stop

$1,057Fiji Airways

Find Deal

Mon, 22 Sep - Sat, 11 Oct

22:00 - 06:00SYD-LAX

26h 00m1 stop

23:50 - 09:00LAX-SYD

15h 10mdirect

$1,059Qantas Airways

Find Deal

Sun, 19 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct

13:15 - 12:55SYD-LAX

16h 40m1 stop

23:55 - 11:45LAX-SYD

18h 50m1 stop

$1,063Fiji Airways

Find Deal

Mon, 22 Sep - Fri, 26 Sep

11:20 - 12:13SYD-ONT

18h 53m1 stop

13:53 - 07:55ONT-SYD

24h 02m1 stop

$1,066United Airlines

Find Deal

Mon, 6 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct

11:20 - 14:57SYD-LAX

21h 37m1 stop

21:30 - 09:15LAX-SYD

41h 45m1 stop

$1,078United Airlines

Find Deal

Sat, 25 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov

10:20 - 20:36SYD-LAS

27h 16m1 stop

18:28 - 06:55LAS-SYD

19h 27m1 stop

$1,273Virgin Australia

Find Deal

Mon, 15 Sep - Mon, 22 Sep

14:00 - 12:17SYD-SNA

17h 17m1 stop

17:50 - 09:15SNA-SYD

20h 25m1 stop

$3,411Virgin Australia

Find Deal

Tue, 16 Dec - Tue, 6 Jan

Air Canada flights from Sydney to California

Our best Air Canada deals on Sydney to California flight tickets

Air Canada

18 Sept

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 48m

1 stop

LAX16:08Los Angeles

22 Sept

LAX17:15Los Angeles

21h 05m

1 stop

SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,059

Find similar

Air Canada

30 Sept

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 08m

1 stop

LAX13:28Los Angeles

7 Oct

LAX14:30Los Angeles

23h 50m

1 stop

SYD08:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,060

Find similar

Air Canada

30 Oct

SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 28m

1 stop

LAX11:48Los Angeles

20 Nov

LAX18:10Los Angeles

20h 25m

1 stop

SYD09:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,068

Find similar

Qantas Airways flights from Sydney to California

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Sydney to California flight tickets

Qantas Airways

8 Oct

SYD18:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 40m

LAX14:25Los Angeles

15 Oct

LAX22:10Los Angeles

15h 20m

SYD07:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,050

Find similar

Qantas Airways

19 Oct

SYD22:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 00m

1 stop

LAX06:00Los Angeles

27 Oct

LAX23:50Los Angeles

15h 10m

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,059

Find similar

Qantas Airways

22 Nov

SYD17:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 45m

LAX12:30Los Angeles

6 Dec

LAX22:45Los Angeles

15h 15m

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,077

Find similar

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneySanta Ana

SYD - SNA

SYDSNA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/10

11:20-18:08

2 stops24h 48m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/11

08:30-06:55

1 stop27h 25m

$991

SydneySanta Ana

SYD - SNA

SYDSNA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/10

11:20-18:22

2 stops25h 02m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/11

13:27-09:00

2 stops24h 33m

$1,001

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/10

18:45-14:25

Nonstop13h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 15/10

22:10-07:30

Nonstop15h 20m

$1,050

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 22/9

13:15-12:55

1 stop16h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/10

23:55-12:45

1 stop18h 50m

$1,057

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/10

22:00-06:00

1 stop26h 00m

Los Angeles

Mon 27/10

23:50-09:00

Nonstop15h 10m

$1,059

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 22/9

13:15-12:55

1 stop16h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 26/9

23:55-11:45

1 stop18h 50m

$1,063

SydneyOntario

SYD - ONT

SYDONT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/10

11:20-12:13

1 stop18h 53m

Ontario

Sun 19/10

13:53-07:55

1 stop24h 02m

$1,066

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/10

11:20-14:57

1 stop21h 37m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/11

21:30-09:15

1 stop41h 45m

$1,078

SydneyLas Vegas

SYD - LAS

SYDLAS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/9

10:20-20:36

1 stop27h 16m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 22/9

18:28-06:55

1 stop19h 27m

$1,273

SydneySanta Ana

SYD - SNA

SYDSNA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 16/12

14:00-12:17

1 stop17h 17m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/1

17:50-09:15

1 stop20h 25m

$3,411

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to California

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

Other information

What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The cheapest month to fly to California from Sydney is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,155, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit California in May, then you should wait until February to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,160.

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 $1,711. 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 $1,857. 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 $1,537 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around $2,210. 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?

Fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Los Angeles for the best Sydney Kingsford Smith - California flight prices

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 $1,304 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 $1,193 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 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sydney to California flight.

Cheap Sydney to California flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Sydney to California

Best price found	$750
Fastest flight time	13h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	1 airport

The best one-way flight to California from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $750. The best return flight deal from Sydney to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,245.

The fastest flight from Sydney to California takes 13h 15m

Direct flights go from Sydney to California every day.

There is 1 airport near California: San Francisco (SFO)

Search flight deals

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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to California?
The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to California is 18 as of September 2025.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Sydney and California, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, making up 50.56% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A380-800 with 24.42%, Boeing 777 with 10.51%, and Airbus A380 with 6.43%.

Best airlines flying from Sydney to California

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Sydney to California with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $675	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,960 reviews	Search Delta flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $717	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,723 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $835	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $871	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 205 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,005	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,000 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,020	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 505 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,060	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 905 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,062	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,937 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,071	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 99 reviews	Search Air China flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,113	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Sydney to California?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from Sydney to California for you.

Can I find flights from Sydney to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches from Sydney to California on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from Sydney to California?

Once all potential Sydney to California flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Sydney to California right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are simply researching potential flights to California, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to California from Sydney and alert you when they change.

An easier way to manage your California trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.

Start using Trips

Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

1 adult

Sun 12/10

Sun 19/10

Email me momondo's favourite deals

By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to California

Popular Cities in California

Look for other cheap flights to Los Angelesfrom $784

Look for other cheap flights to New Yorkfrom $1,230

Look for other cheap flights to San Franciscofrom $911

Look for other cheap flights to Honolulufrom $588

Look for other cheap flights to Las Vegasfrom $1,101

Look for other cheap flights to Miamifrom $1,294

Look for other cheap flights to Chicagofrom $1,289

Look for other cheap flights to Orlandofrom $1,233

Look for other cheap flights to Dallasfrom $1,137

Look for other cheap flights to Washington, D.C.from $1,264

Look for other cheap flights to Bostonfrom $1,181

Look for other cheap flights to Seattlefrom $1,173

Sydney flight routes

Flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Ballina Byron

Flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne Avalon

Flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Launceston

Flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Coolangatta Gold Coast

Flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Adelaide

Cheap flights from Sydney to California from $516

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sydney to California departing on 17/10. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.

Big names, great deals

Big names, great deals

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Find the cheapest flights from Sydney to California

Cheap return flights

Cheap one-way flights

Cheap last-minute flights

Cheap direct flights

Air Canada flights from Sydney to California

Our best Air Canada deals on Sydney to California flight tickets

Qantas Airways flights from Sydney to California

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Sydney to California flight tickets

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to California that are best for you.

See travel insights to California from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to California

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

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

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

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

Fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Los Angeles for the best Sydney Kingsford Smith - California flight prices

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

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 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sydney to California flight.

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

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

Which airlines fly to California?

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

As of September 2025, 24 flights take off from Sydney and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 09:00, with 77% of daily flights taking off at midday.

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

169 flights are operational weekly from Sydney to California as of September 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Cheap Sydney to California flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Sydney to California

Best price found

Fastest flight time

Direct flights

Airports in California

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

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

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

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

What is the most popular plane model from Sydney to California?

Best airlines flying from Sydney to California

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Sydney to California with momondo

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Sydney to California?

Can I find flights from Sydney to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from Sydney to California?

I’m not ready to book a flight from Sydney to California right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

An easier way to manage your California trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

Find better results for your trip to California

Popular Cities in California

Popular flights according to clicks in the last 7 days on momondo