Jun 14, 2024 • 8 min read
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Flights to Australia are as cheap as they have been in a long time. Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines and United all have round-trip fares from Los Angeles to Sydney for as low as $629. This route typically sells for at least $1,250.
We found reduced prices for flights between now and March of next year. The cheapest fares involved routes with layovers in Fiji, but plenty of nonstop flights are available at significant discounts.
The fares in this deal are for basic economy tickets. A carry-on and checked bags may not be included.
Related: 7 outdoor activities in Sydney perfect for travelers who want to stay outdoors
Airlines: Fiji Airways, Hawaii, United
Routes: From Los Angeles to Sydney, Australia
How to book: Browse Google Flights, then book directly with the airline
Travel dates: Availability from May through March 2025
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We found several flights on Fiji Airways in September from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Sydney Airport (SYD) for just $629 round-trip. Even with a layover in Fiji, this is a fantastic deal.
Flights are a bit more expensive during the summer, but a round-trip ticket from LA to Sydney for $745 is still an excellent price. Bonus: You get a nonstop flight on the return.
We found this nonstop itinerary in August for a nine-day trip to Sydney for less than $800 through United.
According to Google Flights, this is a crazy low price for this route at the tail end of summer.
We also found good availability in November for flights from LAX to Sydney for less than $700 round-trip.
Nonstop flights on United are also available in March for just $795 round-trip.
Be sure to use a credit card that earns bonus points on airfare purchases, such as:
The prices in this deal are unusually low, and so is the widespread availability. But that doesn't mean they won't get booked, so make sure not to wait too long to check for flights.
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