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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air New Zealand
Wed, 29 Oct. - Mon, 10 Nov.
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
AU$1,359 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,359
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Wed, 29 Oct. from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Mon, 10 Nov., priced at AU$1,359 found 6 days ago
Air Canada
Fri, 24 Oct. - Sun, 2 Nov.
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
AU$1,425 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$1,425
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Fri, 24 Oct. from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Sun, 2 Nov., priced at AU$1,425 found 5 days ago
United
Thu, 2 Oct. - Mon, 3 Nov.
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
AU$1,463 Return, found 4 hours ago
AU$1,463
Return
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, 2 Oct. from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Mon, 3 Nov., priced at AU$1,463 found 4 hours ago
Philippine Airlines
Sun, 31 Aug. - Tue, 30 Sep.
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
AU$1,493 Return, found 4 hours ago
AU$1,493
Return
found 4 hours ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Sun, 31 Aug. from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Tue, 30 Sep., priced at AU$1,493 found 4 hours ago
Fiji Airways
Mon, 1 Jun. - Mon, 22 Jun.
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
AU$1,497 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,497
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Mon, 1 Jun. from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Mon, 22 Jun., priced at AU$1,497 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, 3 Sep. - Thu, 18 Sep.
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
AU$1,576 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,576
Return
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, 3 Sep. from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Thu, 18 Sep., priced at AU$1,576 found 6 days ago
United
Wed, 3 Sep. - Thu, 18 Sep.
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
AU$1,602 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,602
Return
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, 3 Sep. from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Thu, 18 Sep., priced at AU$1,602 found 6 days ago
Delta
Wed, 3 Sep. - Thu, 18 Sep.
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
AU$1,602 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,602
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, 3 Sep. from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Thu, 18 Sep., priced at AU$1,602 found 6 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Fri, 24 Oct. - Sun, 2 Nov.
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
AU$1,608 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$1,608
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, 24 Oct. from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Sun, 2 Nov., priced at AU$1,608 found 5 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Mon, 1 Sep. - Sun, 7 Sep.
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
AU$1,630 Return, found 6 hours ago
AU$1,630
Return
found 6 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Mon, 1 Sep. from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Sun, 7 Sep., priced at AU$1,630 found 6 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD)

July is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$1,141 - AU$2,045 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Los Angeles to Sydney route information
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Delta, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Philippine Airlines, Qantas Airways, United
Return price
AU$1,358
Distance
11991 km
Average flight time
32 hours 7 mins

Your quick guide to flights from Los Angeles to Sydney

Pick up great flights from Los Angeles to Sydney

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Find cheap flights from Los Angeles to Sydney

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$1,359 to AU$1,630, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Sydney around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Sydney is normally in October.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from LAX to SYD?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price available for a round-trip journey between LAX and Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) was AU$1,359. Fares this good don't last forever, so make sure you book yours today. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from LAX to Mascot Airport?
Most flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee varies between airlines. If you do need to cancel your holiday, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to SYD that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for LAX to Sydney Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How many hours is the flight from LAX to Sydney Airport?
From LAX to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD), you'll be in your seat for about 15 hours and 15 minutes. If you've been wanting to get stuck into that bestselling novel, now's a great time to do it.
How far is the flight from LAX to Mascot Airport?
You'll have 12 100 kilometres to cover on the long-haul Los Angeles to Sydney route. Wear layers of comfy clothes and consider taking some noise-cancelling headphones and a sleep mask.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Sydney Airport?
It's a breeze to fly directly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Sydney Airport. Here are the most sought-after carriers that offer nonstop services on this route:

  • Qantas - (QF) with 34 monthly flights
  • American Airlines - (AA) with 30 monthly flights
  • United Airlines - (UA) with 30 monthly flights
  • Delta Air Lines - (DL) with 30 monthly flights

Are LAX to Mascot Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight tickets from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) are available up to 12 months prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may occasionally pick up a great last-minute deal, it's never something you can count on. Also, booking your flights in advance means you'll have more choices — and you can avoid being wedged in the dreaded middle seat! We regularly update our fares to bring you the biggest bargains, so check back often for all the latest specials.

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