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Cheap flights from the United States to Australia from £279

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
11 May — 18 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from USA to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 April 2026.

Mon 20/423:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop19h 10m
Fiji Airways
Thu 14/506:00
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop24h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 8/4£562
Fri 14/823:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Tue 1/913:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/4£567
Thu 21/523:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Thu 28/506:00
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop24h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/4£568
Wed 6/523:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Thu 14/513:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 9/4£570
Wed 13/523:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Sat 16/506:00
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop24h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 9/4£570
Wed 6/523:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/506:10
SYD
-
LAX
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4£631
Mon 20/423:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/506:10
SYD
-
LAX
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4£646
Fri 8/523:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Sun 24/513:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/4£663
Sun 30/823:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Fri 18/913:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/4£664
Wed 13/523:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Thu 21/506:00
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop24h 05m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/4£665
Sun 9/823:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Wed 16/913:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/4£666
Mon 11/523:55
LAX
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SYD
1 stop29h 15m
Fiji Airways
Fri 22/513:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 7/4£666

Find flight deals from USA to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 11 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£567

One-way from

£279

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£885

Good round-trip deal

£697 or less

Good one-way deal

£375 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 14/8-1/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 45m total
  • USA to Australia
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 21/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 55m total
  • USA to Australia
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£31 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from USA to Australia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 11 April 2026.
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Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 10/8

23:55-22:10

1 stop29h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/8

06:00-13:05

1 stop24h 05m

£666

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 16/8

23:55-22:10

1 stop29h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/8

13:15-13:05

1 stop16h 50m

£666

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 7/5

22:40-07:00

Nonstop15h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/6

09:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

£803

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 14/8

18:45-06:55

1 stop19h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/9

09:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

£805

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 7/5

20:05-06:55

1 stop17h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/6

10:20-11:57

1 stop18h 37m

£814

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 21/5

10:55-06:55

1 stop27h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

09:30-06:10

Nonstop13h 40m

£839

OaklandSydney

OAK - SYD

OAKSYD

Oakland

Fri 22/5

07:00-18:50

1 stop18h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 29/5

20:45-20:35

1 stop16h 50m

£866

OaklandSydney

OAK - SYD

OAKSYD

Oakland

Thu 4/6

07:00-18:50

1 stop18h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 16/6

20:45-20:25

1 stop16h 40m

£866

OaklandSydney

OAK - SYD

OAKSYD

Oakland

Fri 5/6

07:00-18:50

1 stop18h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 12/6

20:45-20:25

1 stop16h 40m

£923

OaklandSydney

OAK - SYD

OAKSYD

Oakland

Fri 5/6

07:00-18:50

1 stop18h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 16/6

20:45-20:25

1 stop16h 40m

£923

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Australia

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Australia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to Australia?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Australia (average of £123). Flying from USA to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of £458). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from US to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from USA to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 April 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from USA to Australia as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from USA to Australia

Explore weekly flight availability from USA to Australia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 11 April 2026.

The most flights from US0 to AU0 are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

How often are flights from the United States to Australia delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between United States and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 138 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Australia flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Australia flights?

Over the past year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Australia. Reviews last updated 11 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways from the United States to Australia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
239 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
239 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
239 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,018 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
239 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
239 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this USA to Australia flight route?

    This flight path from United States to Australia was viewed by 19 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Australia?

    Airlines like Fiji Airways, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines fly from USA to Australia in about 15h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 55m. The distance between USA and Australia is about 7489 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from USA to Australia one-way?

    £154 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qantas Airways and Delta, with prices starting from £294 and £301, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from USA to Australia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on USA to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from USA to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from USA to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from USA to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA to Australia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to Australia?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Australia (average of £123). Flying from USA to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of £458). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest£283Average£636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£566Average£704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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