Can I fly direct from Los Angeles to Sydney?

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Sydney are available, but they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight options. Historically, approximately 12.7% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include connections, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options exist, many routes will involve at least one stop.

What's the flight time from Los Angeles to Sydney?

The typical direct flight time from Los Angeles to Sydney is approximately 15 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 12,061 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging around 24 hours and 30 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey, as a connecting flight can add an additional 9 hours or more to the total travel time.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Los Angeles to Sydney?

Historically, good prices on flights from Los Angeles to Sydney have been frequent. This route is classified as one with consistent deal availability across the trailing 30 days. Travelers can often find favorable pricing when planning their trips between these two cities. The consistent availability of good prices makes this a reliable route for finding value.

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September 2 - September 15

Cheapest

LAX - Sydney

$853

$798

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November 1 - November 17

Best

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$934

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Los Angeles to Sydney: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Sydney

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Los Angeles to Sydney, the most affordable time to fly is typically November, with a median fare of $661. Other cost-effective months include April, where the median fare is $739, and May, with a median of $797. These months offer the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this long-haul route.

Right now, fares from Los Angeles to Sydney typically range from $979–$2084, with a median price of $1465. Current fares are above the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial for this route.

When considering how long is the flight from Los Angeles to Sydney, a typical journey, including connections, takes about 15h 10m. However, most itineraries connect at least once, and the median connecting flight takes 28h 45m. Only 12.7% of recent fares were for direct flights from Los Angeles to Sydney, meaning travelers should expect to make at least two connections on most itineraries.

The route from Los Angeles to Sydney covers a significant distance of 12,061 kilometers. This classifies it as a long-haul journey, indicating a substantial travel time and typically requiring more extensive planning.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Sydney

Regular price: $823 - $1,416

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Sydney are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Sydney is $823 to $1416. The current lowest deal is $799 with All Nippon Airways, for travel from Nov 2-Nov 15.

now $799

Low $823

High $1,416

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Sydney

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Sydney is May, with a median price of $797. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $2468. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

May

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Flights from $797

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,468

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Direct flights from Los Angeles to Sydney

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Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Sydney

4 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 6

$1,199 → $809

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3 nights

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$1,187 → $811

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$1,185 → $811

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$1,173 → $813

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Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Sydney

Los Angeles - Sydney route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Los Angeles to Sydney are above the typical level over the last 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for prices as low as $661.

Historically, November, April, and May offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 15h 10m.

The median flight time for direct flights is 15h 10m, while connecting flights average 28h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Direct flights make up 12.7% of routes, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

QantasLink offers direct flights.

QantasLink is one airline that historically offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Deals for flights from Los Angeles to Sydney appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International is a convenient departure point for flights to Sydney.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$798

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Los Angeles to Sydney.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$798

Western Sydney International Airport (WSI)

Western Sydney International Airport offers an alternative arrival point for your trip to Sydney.

📍 ~46 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,107

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Canberra (CBR)

Cheapest

Canberra Airport is a major domestic and international-capable airport, providing a full range of cabin classes.

📍 ~240 km from Sydney (approximately 3 hours drive from Sydney city center)

💸 Flights from ~$1,096

Newcastle (NTL)

Newcastle Airport is a significant regional hub with frequent domestic service and premium cabin options.

📍 ~135 km from Sydney

💸 Flights from ~$1,127

Coffs Harbour (CFS)

Coffs Harbour Airport is an established regional airport with reliable commercial service and premium cabin options.

📍 ~440 km from Sydney (significant distance of over 400km from Sydney)

💸 Flights from ~$1,459

Albury (ABX)

Albury Airport is a key regional gateway with a consistent commercial schedule and business class service.

📍 ~460 km from Sydney (long distance from Sydney makes it less practical for short trips)

💸 Flights from ~$1,245

Illawarra Regional (WOL)

Illawarra Regional Airport is geographically the closest alternative, offering easy road access to southern Sydney.

📍 ~80 km from Sydney (extremely limited commercial flight schedule compared to other candidates)

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Los Angeles to Sydney have been found when booking between 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price was $809. Booking 7-13 days out also offered relatively low prices, averaging $833. Prices tend to be significantly higher for bookings made 28-59 days out, with an average of $1856, or 0-6 days before departure, averaging $1804.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Los Angeles to Sydney was considered to be $979 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $1465. Prices above $2084 were in the more expensive range. Therefore, if you find a flight for $979 or below, it is typically considered a favorable deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Los Angeles to Sydney have been November, April, and May. In November, the median price was $661, while April saw a median of $739, and May had a median of $797. These prices are considerably lower than the annual median price of $1465 for this route. Travelers looking for better value may consider planning their trips during these months.

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