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There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Sydney. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 23% price drop
April
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Top layover airports
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,373 (round-trip)
Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ)
Shortest trip • 9h 28m (one-way)
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Los Angeles to Sydney flights

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What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Los Angeles to Sydney?

Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) is the most popular layover for the Los Angeles to Sydney route. 78% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via YYZ.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Los Angeles to Sydney?

Flights via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of C$ 1,373. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Los Angeles to Sydney, which airport offers the shortest layover?

Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) had the shortest average connection time for Los Angeles to Sydney layovers at 342 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Key details for Los Angeles to Sydney flights

Low season

July
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (45% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Sydney based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Los Angeles to Sydney flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How long does a flight from Los Angeles to Sydney take?

    A direct flight from Los Angeles to Sydney takes 0h 00m, covering 8,089 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Sydney?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Sydney flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Sydney range from C$ 1,116 to C$ 1,380, with an average of C$ 1,180 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,116 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Sydney?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Sydney usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Sydney (YQY).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Sydney pass through?

    Connecting flights from Los Angeles to Sydney most commonly pass through:

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 78% of one-stop connections
    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 22% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Sydney?

    On the Los Angeles to Sydney route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 60%. Sunday is the cheapest day at C$ 908 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 2,249 – a C$ 1,341 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Los Angeles to Sydney?

    Flying via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 28m, compared with 10h 21m via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Sydney?

    Sydney is 4 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Atlantic Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Sydney flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average C$ 908 – about C$ 1,341 less than Friday (60% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Sydney trip for November. Fares historically average C$ 908 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 2,507 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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