Flights Sydney – Los Angeles

Sydney to Los Angeles is one of the busiest long-haul routes out of Australia – the gateway to Hollywood, Santa Monica Pier, Griffith Observatory and the theme parks of Southern California. With four major carriers flying nonstop, it's also one of the easiest US routes to book, whether you're heading into LA itself or connecting onward to Ontario, Orange County or Burbank.

Which airlines fly direct from Sydney to Los Angeles?

Four carriers fly nonstop between Sydney and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), all on Boeing 787 Dreamliners.

• Qantas – Australia's flag carrier, with meals, baggage, entertainment and Qantas Points included, plus a strong onward US domestic network through its American Airlines partnership.
• United Airlines – A daily nonstop with meals, baggage and MileagePlus points bundled into the fare.
• Delta – Meals, baggage and SkyMiles included, with a well-regarded onboard product on this route.
• American Airlines – A Qantas oneworld partner, useful for through-checked baggage and shared frequent flyer benefits.

If your final stop is elsewhere in Greater LA, Ontario International (ONT), John Wayne/Orange County (SNA) and Hollywood Burbank (BUR) airports are all reachable with a connecting domestic flight from LAX.

Flight time from Sydney to Los Angeles

This is one of the more comfortable long-haul routes thanks to consistent nonstop service, taking around 13 hours 40 minutes in the air.

Average price of flights between Sydney and Los Angeles

With four airlines competing on this route, fares are generally competitive, occasionally dropping to AU$626 during a sale. Prices climb around Australian and US school holidays and the Northern Hemisphere summer, so booking ahead for those windows pays off.

Cheapest time to fly to Los Angeles

Shoulder months like April–May and September–October tend to be cheaper than the US summer peak or the Christmas/New Year rush, when demand from Australia surges alongside school holidays on both sides of the Pacific.

Where is the airport in Los Angeles?

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) sits about 26 km south-west of Downtown LA. The LAX FlyAway bus runs directly to Union Station downtown, the Metro C Line connects via the airport's people mover, and taxis or rideshares typically take 30–45 minutes depending on traffic, which can be heavy at peak times.

Visa and passport requirements for Australians flying to Los Angeles

Australians travelling for tourism or business under 90 days need an approved ESTA under the US Visa Waiver Program, applied for online before departure, along with an e-passport valid for the length of your stay. Apply a few days ahead of travel rather than at the airport.

Time difference between Sydney and Los Angeles

Los Angeles runs on US Pacific Time, which is around 17 to 19 hours behind Sydney depending on daylight saving in each hemisphere – so you'll typically land the same day you departed, by the local clock.

Our tips for getting the best price on flights

• Book 2–3 months ahead for US summer or Christmas travel, when demand is highest.
• Set a Price Alert on Traveloka to catch fare drops across all four nonstop carriers.
• Compare Qantas and American's oneworld connection against United or Delta – fare differences can be significant even on the same nonstop route.
• Travel midweek where possible, since weekend departures often price higher.

Why trust Traveloka with your flight booking?

• Price Alert: get notified when fares on this heavily-flown route drop.
• Easy Reschedule: change your plans without starting from scratch.
• Secure AUD payment: book and pay in Australian dollars, with no conversion surprises.
• One-stop platform: add an LA hotel stay or car rental to the same booking.

Ready for Hollywood and the California coast? Traveloka makes it easy to book your Sydney–Los Angeles flight alongside your LA accommodation.