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

Direct flights cover the 19,397 km separating Sydney to Los Angeles in about 13h 35m . Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

How many flights are there between Sydney and Los Angeles per day?

Each day, there are 4 nonstop flights that take off from Sydney and land in Los Angeles, with an average flight time of 13h 43m. The most common departure time is 9:00 a.m. and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 28 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day (4). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Los Angeles?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Los Angeles was C$ 459 for a one-way ticket and C$ 762 for a round-trip. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Which airlines fly most frequently between Sydney and Los Angeles?

Delta connects Sydney to Los Angeles with 7 flights per week and both Qantas Airways and United Airlines also offer 7 flights per week. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What’s the earliest departure time from Sydney to Los Angeles?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Sydney at 9:10 am and will be landing in Los Angeles at 6:00 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Sydney to Los Angeles?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Sydney to Los Angeles jets off at 5:45 pm and lands at 2:25 pm.

Which airlines fly direct between Sydney and Los Angeles?

There are 4 airlines that fly direc from Sydney to Los Angeles. They are: American Airlines, Delta, Qantas Airways and United Airlines . The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Qantas Airways at C$ 990 for a round-trip flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Qantas Airways.

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Sydney to Los Angeles?

American Airlines, Delta, Qantas Airways, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Sydney to Los Angeles flight route.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Los Angeles?

The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to Los Angeles flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Los Angeles?

oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and Los Angeles, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

On which days can I fly direct from Sydney to Los Angeles?

There are direct flights from Sydney to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

What public transport options are there between central Sydney and Kingsford Smith Airport?

The Airport Link train is a cost-effective way to get from Sydney’s central train stations to the airport. An adult ticket should cost around A$ 16 if you’re travelling at an off-peak time and around A$ 20 if it’s during the peak-traffic time. If you’d prefer the convenience of being picked up from your doorstep, a taxi or rideshare provider can get you from most central parts of Sydney to the airport in around 20min, depending on traffic. With the airport fee included, the trip usually costs between A$ 45 and A$ 55.

What layover options are there between Sydney and Los Angeles?

If you’d like to break up your trip from Sydney to Los Angeles into two shorter legs, you have quite a few options. Flights with Phillippine Airlines will allow you to stop and stretch your legs in Manila (MNL), while flights with Hawaiian Airlines will give you a break in Honolulu (HNL). If you fly with Fiji Airlines, you can enjoy a stop in Nadi (NAN), and if you go with Air New Zealand, you’ll have a stop in Auckland (AKL).

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Los Angeles?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Los Angeles. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Los Angeles?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Los Angeles?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Los Angeles?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Los Angeles from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Sydney and Los Angeles?

There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy . Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Sydney to Los Angeles?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Sydney to Los Angeles were found on Delta (C$ 1,042) and Alaska Airlines (C$ 1,051).

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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sydney to Los Angeles that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sydney to Los Angeles

Mon, 14 Jul - Sun, 27 Jul

9:25 a.m. - 6:20 a.m.SYD-LAX

13h 55mdirect

10:40 p.m. - 6:35 a.m.LAX-SYD

14h 55mdirect

C$ 1,042Delta

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Tue, 24 Jun - Tue, 8 Jul

9:25 a.m. - 6:10 a.m.SYD-LAX

13h 45mdirect

10:40 p.m. - 6:35 a.m.LAX-SYD

14h 55mdirect

C$ 1,049Delta

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Thu, 7 Aug - Sat, 9 Aug

9:40 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.SYD-LAX

19h 15m1 stop

8:30 a.m. - 7:45 p.m.LAX-SYD

18h 15m1 stop

C$ 1,051Alaska Airlines

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Sun, 24 Aug - Sun, 19 Oct

9:25 a.m. - 6:20 a.m.SYD-LAX

13h 55mdirect

10:30 p.m. - 7:35 a.m.LAX-SYD

15h 05mdirect

C$ 1,053Delta

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Thu, 31 Jul - Fri, 22 Aug

9:40 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.SYD-LAX

17h 35m1 stop

5:41 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.LAX-SYD

33h 04m1 stop

C$ 1,066Hawaiian Airlines

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Sun, 12 Oct - Sun, 9 Nov

2:15 p.m. - 12:55 p.m.SYD-LAX

16h 40m1 stop

10:45 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.LAX-SYD

18h 45m1 stop

C$ 1,068Fiji Airways

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Wed, 16 Jul - Thu, 7 Aug

1:15 p.m. - 12:55 p.m.SYD-LAX

16h 40m1 stop

11:55 p.m. - 12:15 p.m.LAX-SYD

19h 20m1 stop

C$ 1,069Fiji Airways

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Fri, 11 Jul - Wed, 20 Aug

9:40 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.SYD-LAX

19h 15m1 stop

7:00 a.m. - 7:45 p.m.LAX-SYD

19h 45m1 stop

C$ 1,105Alaska Airlines

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Thu, 31 Jul - Fri, 22 Aug

9:40 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.SYD-LAX

19h 15m1 stop

5:41 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.LAX-SYD

33h 04m1 stop

C$ 1,112Hawaiian Airlines

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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 20 Nov

11:15 a.m. - 7:05 a.m.SYD-LAX

13h 50mdirect

10:45 p.m. - 9:00 a.m.LAX-SYD

15h 15mdirect

C$ 1,192Qantas Airways

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Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Sydney to Los Angeles

KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.

Airlines

American Airlines

Flagship Business offers suite-like seats and upgraded amenities for premium comfort.

Main Cabin Extra includes early boarding and complimentary drinks, enhancing travel experience.

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Delta

Delta One Suites offer sliding doors for privacy, ideal for long-haul comfort.

Premium Select seats have memory foam pillows and footrests for enhanced comfort.

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to Los Angeles flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to Los Angeles to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

Prices

Airlines

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Los Angeles on a Sunday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Sydney to Los Angeles. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Sunday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Los Angeles?

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Los Angeles is May, where tickets cost C$ 1,046 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 1,691 and C$ 1,255 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Los Angeles?

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Los Angeles, you should book around 6 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

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Low season	March
High season	December
Cheapest flight	C$ 628

Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)

Most popular time to fly (42% more expensive on average)

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When to book flights from Sydney to Los Angeles

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

Estimated round-trip price

KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

What public transport options are there between central Sydney and Kingsford Smith Airport?
The Airport Link train is a cost-effective way to get from Sydney’s central train stations to the airport. An adult ticket should cost around A$ 16 if you’re travelling at an off-peak time and around A$ 20 if it’s during the peak-traffic time. If you’d prefer the convenience of being picked up from your doorstep, a taxi or rideshare provider can get you from most central parts of Sydney to the airport in around 20min, depending on traffic. With the airport fee included, the trip usually costs between A$ 45 and A$ 55.
What layover options are there between Sydney and Los Angeles?
If you’d like to break up your trip from Sydney to Los Angeles into two shorter legs, you have quite a few options. Flights with Phillippine Airlines will allow you to stop and stretch your legs in Manila (MNL), while flights with Hawaiian Airlines will give you a break in Honolulu (HNL). If you fly with Fiji Airlines, you can enjoy a stop in Nadi (NAN), and if you go with Air New Zealand, you’ll have a stop in Auckland (AKL).
What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Los Angeles?
In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Los Angeles was C$ 459 for a one-way ticket and C$ 762 for a round-trip.
Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Sydney to Los Angeles?
American Airlines, Delta, Qantas Airways, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Sydney to Los Angeles flight route.
Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Los Angeles?
The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to Los Angeles flight route.
Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Los Angeles?
oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and Los Angeles, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.
On which days can I fly direct from Sydney to Los Angeles?
There are direct flights from Sydney to Los Angeles on a daily basis.
How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Los Angeles?
KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Los Angeles.
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Los Angeles?
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.
What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Los Angeles?
Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Los Angeles?
Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Los Angeles from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 708 or less one-way and C$ 1,089 or less round-trip.
If you need to freshen up before your flight from Sydney (SYD) to Los Angeles (LAX), you’ll find shower facilities in the departures lounge of the international terminal (T1). No toiletries are provided, but if you haven’t packed your own supplies, you can pick up travel-sized toiletries at Amcal Pharmacy.
If you want to cut down on plastic use and ensure you have plenty of water for your flight to Los Angeles, you can bring an empty, reusable bottle and fill it up at one of the many water fountains located throughout the international departures area.
After you touch down in Los Angeles, you will find yourself in Terminal B (the international terminal). The LA Airport has a thriving art program, so keep an eye out for art installations, like Air Garden and Bell Tower.

Direct departures

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Los Angeles

Monday

Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +8 more

Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Tuesday

Air France,Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Air France,Air New Zealand, +10 more

Wednesday

Air France,Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Air France,Air New Zealand, +10 more

Thursday

Air France,Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Air France,Air New Zealand, +10 more

Friday

Air France,Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Air France,Air New Zealand, +10 more

Saturday

Air France,Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Air France,Air New Zealand, +10 more

Sunday

Air France,Air New Zealand,Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Air France,Air New Zealand, +10 more

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday