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Cheap flights from the United States to Australia from £386

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 16/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SYD
29 Jul — 5 Aug1
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 29 June 2026.

Fri 27/1122:35
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Sat 23/114:00
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop17h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 24/6£598
Sat 26/923:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Thu 8/1006:05
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop25h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 26/6£601
Fri 30/1023:35
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop28h 30m
Fiji Airways
Thu 12/1114:00
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop17h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 28/6£601
Sat 26/923:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop29h 30m
Fiji Airways
Wed 7/1014:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 25/6£603
Tue 1/923:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Tue 8/913:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 25/6£604
Sun 9/823:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Fiji Airways
Wed 16/906:05
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop24h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 29/6£606
Tue 10/1122:35
LAX
-
SYD
Nonstop15h 25m
Qantas Airways
Thu 28/107:05
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop18h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 28/6£630
Thu 3/1223:50
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop22h 50m
Qantas Airways
Fri 18/1211:15
SYD
-
LAX
Nonstop14h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 27/6£642
Tue 18/823:55
LAX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 27/806:25
SYD
-
LAX
2 stops23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/6£651
Sun 29/1122:35
LAX
-
SYD
Nonstop15h 25m
Qantas Airways
Fri 11/1219:15
SYD
-
LAX
1 stop30h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 28/6£655
Wed 16/923:25
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop30h 00m
Fiji Airways
Fri 25/913:15
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 27/6£746
Fri 11/923:25
SFO
-
SYD
1 stop19h 25m
Fiji Airways
Sun 27/913:15
SYD
-
SFO
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 24/6£748

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 29 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£598

One-way from

£386

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£954

Good round-trip deal

£742 or less

Good one-way deal

£382 or less
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 30/11-25/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 00m total
  • USA to Australia
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 17/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 14m total
  • USA to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (£113 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£32 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 29 June 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Australia that are best for you.

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Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 1/9

22:55-06:50

Nonstop14h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 13/9

09:15-06:05

Nonstop13h 50m

£741

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Thu 3/12

17:27-09:20

1 stop20h 53m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/1

11:20-06:05

Nonstop13h 45m

£785

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Wed 2/9

05:50-06:50

2 stops32h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 12/9

09:15-15:54

1 stop23h 39m

£791

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Fri 21/8

11:45-06:55

1 stop26h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 17/9

10:20-19:18

1 stop25h 58m

£829

San FranciscoMelbourne

SFO - MEL

SFOMEL

San Francisco

Sat 17/10

23:10-13:05

1 stop19h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

14:25-13:40

1 stop17h 15m

£829

Los AngelesSydney

LAX - SYD

LAXSYD

Los Angeles

Tue 21/7

18:00-18:50

1 stop31h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/8

20:45-21:32

1 stop17h 47m

£849

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - SYD

SFOSYD

San Francisco

Sun 9/8

19:42-18:50

1 stop30h 08m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/8

20:45-20:28

1 stop16h 43m

£896

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Mon 27/7

16:00-07:00

1 stop25h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/8

10:20-01:10

1 stop28h 50m

£898

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Mon 3/8

13:59-06:50

2 stops26h 51m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/8

09:15-19:20

2 stops24h 05m

£901

OaklandSydney

OAK - SYD

OAKSYD

Oakland

Sat 1/8

08:25-18:50

1 stop17h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/8

20:45-20:25

1 stop16h 40m

£940

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Australia (average of £860). Flying from USA to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,188). 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 29 June 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 29 June 2026.

The most flights from US0 to AU0 are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

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

About 25% of weekly flights between United States and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 132 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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 Thursday 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 19% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from USA to Australia?

The best time to book flights from USA to Australia is 32 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 29 June 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways and Qantas 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
245 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

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
245 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
245 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

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
1,054 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
245 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

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 15 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 Delta, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines fly from USA to Australia in about 14h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 16h 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?

    £304 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qantas Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from £307 and £309, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Australia (average of £860). Flying from USA to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,188). 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
DeltaCheapest£394Average£792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest£538Average£775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£577Average£739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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