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Flights from Sydney to Los Angeles

Nonstop flights from Sydney (SYD) to Los Angeles (LAX) take about 15h 35m (12,061 km). United Airlines, American Airlines and Qantas fly it. Lowest fare seen: $417 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Los Angeles

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Airlines flying Sydney to Los Angeles

Carriers on SYD–LAX according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ United Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ American Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ Qantasnonstop fare seen

Sydney to Los Angeles fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $411 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $330. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$50224 Oct 2026 · American Airlines—
Nov 2026$41110 Nov 2026 · American Airlines$330 · 1 stop8 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$93522 Dec 2026 · United Airlines$622 · 1 stop22 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$14756 Jan 2027 · American Airlines$754 · 1 stop6 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$4332 Feb 2027 · American Airlines$350 · 1 stop2 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$4179 Mar 2027 · American Airlines$337 · 1 stop9 Mar 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $330 for November 2026, $337 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 5 of 5 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Sydney to Los Angeles, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Los Angeles

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USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Sydney to Los Angeles flights

How long is the flight from Sydney to Los Angeles?
A nonstop flight from Sydney (SYD) to Los Angeles (LAX) takes about 15h 35m, covering 12,061 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Sydney from Los Angeles by air?
The great-circle distance between Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport is 12,061 km (7,494 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Sydney to Los Angeles?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SYD–LAX route include United Airlines, American Airlines and Qantas. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Sydney to Los Angeles cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on SYD–LAX was $417 USD with United Airlines (nonstop), departing 1 Mar 2027, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Los Angeles?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $330 one-way, against $754 for January 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Australia to USA?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Los Angeles?
USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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