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Cheap flights from Sydney to California from $561

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Fiji Airways Logo
06:00 - 12:00
SYD
-
LAX
25h 00m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
22:35 - 12:35
LAX
-
SYD
19h 00m
1 stop
$1,027Fiji Airways
Mon, 9 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb
Fiji Airways Logo
13:15 - 12:55
SYD
-
LAX
16h 40m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
23:55 - 11:45
LAX
-
SYD
18h 50m
1 stop
$1,033Fiji Airways
Sat, 18 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr
Air New Zealand Logo
19:15 - 11:05
SYD
-
SFO
34h 50m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
20:50 - 12:40
SFO
-
SYD
21h 50m
1 stop
$1,132Air New Zealand
Thu, 5 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
09:55 - 12:05
SYD
-
SFO
20h 10m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
20:50 - 10:30
SFO
-
SYD
19h 40m
1 stop
$1,168Air New Zealand
Tue, 10 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
21:40 - 20:37
SYD
-
OAK
17h 57m
1 stop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
08:41 - 19:45
OAK
-
SYD
40h 04m
1 stop
$1,362Hawaiian Airlines
Fri, 13 Feb - Fri, 20 Feb
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
21:40 - 20:37
SYD
-
OAK
17h 57m
1 stop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
08:41 - 19:45
OAK
-
SYD
40h 04m
1 stop
$1,364Hawaiian Airlines
Fri, 13 Feb - Fri, 20 Feb
United Airlines Logo
11:20 - 12:38
SYD
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ONT
20h 18m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
06:15 - 09:15
ONT
-
SYD
33h 00m
1 stop
$1,551United Airlines
Mon, 2 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar
United Airlines Logo
12:10 - 12:48
SYD
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ONT
19h 38m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
13:40 - 06:20
ONT
-
SYD
22h 40m
1 stop
$1,555United Airlines
Wed, 4 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar
Air Canada Logo
06:30 - 15:20
SYD
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SMF
25h 50m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
16:00 - 07:20
SMF
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SYD
22h 20m
1 stop
$1,693Air Canada
Tue, 9 Jun - Sun, 14 Jun
Air Canada Logo
10:20 - 11:52
SYD
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SMF
19h 32m
1 stop
Air Canada Logo
12:30 - 08:35
SMF
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SYD
26h 05m
1 stop
$1,715Air Canada
Fri, 13 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar

Fiji Airways flights from Sydney to California

Our best Fiji Airways deals on Sydney to California flight tickets
Fiji Airways
9 Feb
SYD06:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 00m
1 stop
LAX12:00Los Angeles
16 Feb
LAX22:35Los Angeles
19h 00m
1 stop
SYD12:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,027
Fiji Airways
18 Apr
SYD13:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 40m
1 stop
LAX12:55Los Angeles
30 Apr
LAX23:55Los Angeles
18h 50m
1 stop
SYD11:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,033
Fiji Airways
2 Feb
SYD14:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 00m
1 stop
LAX12:00Los Angeles
15 Feb
LAX22:35Los Angeles
19h 00m
1 stop
SYD12:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,035

Air New Zealand flights from Sydney to California

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Sydney to California flight tickets
Air New Zealand
27 Jan
SYD09:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
19h 45m
1 stop
LAX10:40Los Angeles
27 Jan
LAX20:10Los Angeles
19h 20m
1 stop
SYD10:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,101
Air New Zealand
10 Mar
SYD11:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 55m
1 stop
LAX11:40Los Angeles
18 Mar
LAX21:10Los Angeles
19h 20m
1 stop
SYD10:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,102
Air New Zealand
3 June
SYD11:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 25m
1 stop
LAX13:20Los Angeles
24 July
LAX21:10Los Angeles
18h 35m
1 stop
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,104

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Depart

Return

Price

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/2

06:00-12:00

1 stop25h 00m

Los Angeles

Mon 16/2

22:35-12:35

1 stop19h 00m

$1,027

SydneyLos Angeles

SYD - LAX

SYDLAX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/4

13:15-12:55

1 stop16h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 30/4

23:55-11:45

1 stop18h 50m

$1,033

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

19:15-11:05

1 stop34h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 12/3

20:50-12:40

1 stop21h 50m

$1,132

SydneySan Francisco

SYD - SFO

SYDSFO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/3

09:55-12:05

1 stop20h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 25/3

20:50-10:30

1 stop19h 40m

$1,168

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/2

21:40-20:37

1 stop17h 57m

Oakland

Fri 20/2

08:41-19:45

1 stop40h 04m

$1,362

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/2

21:40-20:37

1 stop17h 57m

Oakland

Fri 20/2

08:41-19:45

1 stop40h 04m

$1,364

SydneyOntario

SYD - ONT

SYDONT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/3

11:20-12:38

2 stops20h 18m

Ontario

Mon 9/3

06:15-09:15

1 stop33h 00m

$1,551

SydneyOntario

SYD - ONT

SYDONT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/3

12:10-12:48

1 stop19h 38m

Ontario

Wed 11/3

13:40-06:20

1 stop22h 40m

$1,555

SydneySacramento

SYD - SMF

SYDSMF

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/6

06:30-15:20

2 stops25h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 14/6

16:00-07:20

1 stop22h 20m

$1,693

SydneySacramento

SYD - SMF

SYDSMF

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/3

10:20-11:52

1 stop19h 32m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 20/3

12:30-08:35

1 stop26h 05m

$1,715

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The cheapest month to fly to California from Sydney is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,142, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit California in October, then you should wait until August to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,145.

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 $1,593. 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 $1,715. 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 $1,349 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $1,738. 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 $1,240 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 $1,177 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?

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

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

$1,143

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 $1,143. The best return flight deal from Sydney to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,555.
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 Los Angeles (LAX), 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.

  • 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?

    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 $621Free cancellationRating
7.9
8,075 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $635Free cancellationRating
7.8
2,829 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $712Free cancellationRating
7.2
11,160 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $814Free cancellationRating
8.4
1,077 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $825Free cancellationRating
7.6
430 reviews
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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $829Free cancellationRating
8.0
217 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $903Free cancellationRating
8.0
11,746 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $967Free cancellationRating
7.1
10,635 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $985Free cancellationRating
7.5
973 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,003Free cancellationRating
8.0
572 reviews
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