$433 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD)

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Popular airlines from Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) to Sydney Airport (SYD)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $433 for one-way flights and $855 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Philippine Airlines
Sun, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 14
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
$855 Roundtrip, just found
$855
Roundtrip
just found
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 7 from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $855 just found
Fiji Airways
Sat, Sep 13 - Thu, Sep 18
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
$869 Roundtrip, just found
$869
Roundtrip
just found
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $869 just found
Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jul 3 - Fri, Jul 17
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
$870 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$870
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 3 from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Fri, Jul 17, priced at $870 found 3 days ago
Air New Zealand
Wed, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 24
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
$888 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$888
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $888 found 1 day ago
Air Canada
Wed, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 16
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
$909 Roundtrip, just found
$909
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $909 just found
United
Wed, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 16
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
$971 Roundtrip, just found
$971
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $971 just found
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 9
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
$971 Roundtrip, just found
$971
Roundtrip
just found
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $971 just found
Delta
Wed, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 16
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
$971 Roundtrip, just found
$971
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $971 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Wed, Oct 1
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
$1,004 Roundtrip, just found
$1,004
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $1,004 just found
Qantas Airways
Wed, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 16
LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
$1,004 Roundtrip, just found
$1,004
Roundtrip
just found
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Los Angeles to Sydney, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $1,004 just found

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

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $744 - $1,057 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Sydney

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Kingsford Smith Intl. SYD. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $926
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $926
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD)
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Delta, Emirates, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Philippine Airlines, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$854
Distance
7494 mi
Average flight time
32 hours 7 mins

Los Angeles to Sydney Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles to Sydney

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Los Angeles to Sydney are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Sydney with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Sydney

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Sydney: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Los Angeles to Sydney

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Sydney in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $433 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Los Angeles to Sydney flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Los Angeles to Sydney airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $433 or cheap return flight from $855 from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
September is the most affordable month to fly from LAX to SYD. Traveling outside of peak seasons is often the key to landing a great deal.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
Avoid the layovers and fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) with 4 airlines, including:

  • Delta Air Lines
  • American Airlines
  • United Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
The cheapest airline to offer flights between Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) and Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) can vary based on your travel dates. Qantas and American Airlines are just some good options offering reasonable prices. Use Expedia's filter tool to compare airlines in one place and find the right LAX to SYD flight for your budget.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
Each day on average, 4 nonstop flights operate from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD). Choose the departure time that best suits your plans.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
More travelers fly between LAX and SYD at 10 PM than at any other time of day. Rather skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and there's a chance you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to SYD?
Travel on a Tuesday if you're after the largest selection of flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD).
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)'s earliest flight to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) leaves at approximately 8:35PM UTC-8. With a travel time of 15h 15m, you'll touch down at around 6:50AM UTC+11.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
The average flight time from LAX to SYD is 15 hours and 12 minutes, covering a total distance of 7,500 mi.
What airline has the least delays from LAX to SYD?
United Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD), with an on-time rating of 84%. Use the Expedia App to view your journey status before you go and get real-time alerts about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
To avoid possible delays on the Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Sydney from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
If you're flying on a direct flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Sydney, Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from LAX to SYD are generally more expensive. To lock in the best rates, start looking for flights as soon as possible. That said, if you can play around with your travel dates, you may find a cheap ticket just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to SYD flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by booking a LAX to SYD flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one place. Once you've selected your preferred accommodations and flights, consider other add-ons like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
In most cases, you're able to cancel or reschedule your LAX to SYD flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you want more information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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