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Flights from Los Angeles to Sydney

Nonstop flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD) take about 15h 35m (12,061 km). United Airlines, American Airlines and Qantas fly it. Lowest fare seen: $539 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Sydney

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Air New Zealand Boeing 787 Dreamliner on the tarmac at Mascot Airport, Sydney, Australia. — arriving in Sydney

Airport transfer

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Airplane landing over LAX airport parking with cityscape and blue skies. — lounges at LAX Airport

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Airlines flying Los Angeles to Sydney

Carriers on LAX–SYD 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

Best time to fly to Sydney

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Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Peak season: September – November, March – May

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Frequently asked questions — Los Angeles to Sydney flights

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Sydney?

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD) 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 Los Angeles from Sydney by air?

The great-circle distance between Los Angeles International Airport and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is 12,061 km (7,494 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Sydney?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LAX–SYD 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 Los Angeles to Sydney cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LAX–SYD was $539 USD with United Airlines (nonstop), departing 4 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

Do I need a visa to travel from USA to Australia?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Australia 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 Sydney?

Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

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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