Flight Routes from Sydney to Los Angeles

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Trip type
Cheapest roundtrip flight
from€1,642
Fastest outbound flight
Fastest inbound flight
non-stop flights
21x / week
Flight distance
12,075 km
Time difference
Most popular airlines
  1. American Airlines
  2. United Airlines
  3. Qantas Airways
  4. Delta Air Lines

Flight schedule from Sydney (SYD) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Matching outbound flightsSYD–LAX · 8 of 8
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  1. November 1 – 7, 2026
  2. November 8 – 14, 2026
  3. November 15 – 21, 2026
    1. SYDLAX
      1 stopover
      1. Emirates Airline
    2. SYDLAX
      nonstop
      1. Delta Air Lines
    3. SYDLAX
      nonstop
      1. American Airlines
    4. SYDLAX
      nonstop
      1. Qantas Airways
    5. SYDLAX
      nonstop
      1. United Airlines
    6. SYDLAX
      1 stopover
      1. China Eastern Airlines
    7. SYDLAX
      1 stopover
      1. Emirates Airline
    8. SYDLAX
      1 stopover
      1. China Eastern Airlines

      Tips and tricks to help you find cheap flights from Sydney to Los Angeles

      Favorite airline: Virgin Australia
      The favorite airline for flights from Sydney to Los Angeles is Virgin Australia.
      Virgin Australia
      27 %
      United Airlines
      20 %
      Delta
      13 %
      Direct flights are more expensive
      On this route, direct flights are $20.00 more expensive than flights with a stopover.
      non stop flight
      1 stop
      2 stops
      14h 00min
      38h 15min
      21h 19min
      US$771
      US$751
      US$1,120
      Favourite connection: via San Francisco
      On this route, flights with a stopover in San Francisco are the most popular.
      Route
      bookings
      1 stopover San Francisco International Airport, CA
      38h 15min, from US$751
      70 %
      Direct flights
      14h 00min, from US$771
      20 %
      1 stopover Vancouver International Airport, BC
      18h 59min, from US$802
      10 %

      Important flight information

      Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

      How long is the flight from Sydney to Los Angeles?
      A nonstop flight from Sydney to Los Angeles typically takes around 13 hours 45 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 22 hours 1 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.
      Are there nonstop flights from Sydney to Los Angeles?
      Yes, there are nonstop flights from Sydney to Los Angeles, averaging around 3 flights per day, operated by, among others, American Airlines, United Airlines and Qantas Airways. If you want to fly without a layover, it is worth filtering specifically for nonstop flights when searching.
      Which airlines fly from Sydney to Los Angeles?
      Direct flights from Sydney to Los Angeles are operated by, among others, American Airlines, United Airlines and Qantas Airways. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with Air Canada (via Vancouver), Fiji Airways (via Nadi) and Asiana Airlines (via Seoul Incheon). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.
      On which days are there nonstop flights from Sydney to Los Angeles?
      Nonstop flights from Sydney to Los Angeles operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.
      How many flights are there per day from Sydney to Los Angeles?
      On the route from Sydney to Los Angeles, there are on average around 3 flights per day. The number of flights can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.
      How many flights per week are there from Sydney to Los Angeles?
      On the route from Sydney to Los Angeles, there are around 21 flights per week. The number of flights can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days.
      When does the first flight from Sydney to Los Angeles depart?
      The earliest nonstop flight from Sydney to Los Angeles usually departs at 9:10 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Los Angeles.
      When does the last flight from Sydney to Los Angeles depart?
      The last nonstop flight from Sydney to Los Angeles usually departs at 5:55 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

      Discover more flights around Sydney and Los Angeles

      Departure airport Airport Sydney-Kingsford Smith International Airport, NSW (SYD)
      Departure country Flights from Australia
      Arrival airport Airport Los Angeles International Airport, CA (LAX)
      Destination country Flights to United States
      Departure country - Arrival airport Australia - Los Angeles International Airport, CA
      Departure airport - Destination country Sydney-Kingsford Smith International Airport, NSW - United States
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