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Cheap flights from the United States to Australia from $489

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from the United States to Australia departing on 29/4. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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22:50 - 12:15DFW-MEL
22h 25m1 stop
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12:55 - 16:30MEL-DFW
18h 35m1 stop
$983Fiji Airways
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22:50 - 11:30DFW-MEL
21h 40m1 stop
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12:55 - 16:30MEL-DFW
18h 35m1 stop
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Thu, 8 May - Sat, 17 May
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22:10 - 08:45LAX-SYD
17h 35m1 stop
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09:55 - 13:20SYD-LAX
20h 25m1 stop
$1,289Air New Zealand
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Tue, 1 Jul - Tue, 8 Jul
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21:10 - 08:45LAX-SYD
18h 35m1 stop
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17:55 - 13:20SYD-LAX
36h 25m2 stops
$1,334Air New Zealand
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20:50 - 07:20LAX-SYD
41h 30m1 stop
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10:20 - 13:28SYD-LAX
21h 08m1 stop
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14:30 - 07:20LAX-SYD
23h 50m1 stop
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06:00 - 16:08SYD-LAX
27h 08m2 stops
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23:10 - 17:50LAX-BNE
25h 40m2 stops
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20:05 - 16:40BNE-LAX
13h 35mdirect
$1,430Qantas Airways
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21:35 - 05:25LAX-BNE
14h 50mdirect
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18:50 - 05:55BNE-LAX
28h 05m2 stops
$1,466Qantas Airways
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23:20 - 08:15SFO-MEL
15h 55mdirect
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10:55 - 08:10MEL-SFO
14h 15mdirect
$1,844United Airlines
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23:20 - 08:15SFO-MEL
15h 55mdirect
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10:55 - 08:10MEL-SFO
14h 15mdirect
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Air New Zealand flights from United States to Australia

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Air New Zealand
1 July
LAX22:10Los Angeles
17h 35m
1 stop
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
8 July
SYD09:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 25m
1 stop
LAX13:20Los Angeles
Air New Zealand
3 Aug
LAX21:10Los Angeles
18h 35m
1 stop
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
9 Aug
SYD17:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
36h 25m
2 stops
LAX13:20Los Angeles
Air New Zealand
11 Sept
LAX22:10Los Angeles
17h 35m
1 stop
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
21 Sept
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 15m
1 stop
LAX09:00Los Angeles

Alaska Airlines flights from United States to Australia

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Alaska Airlines
13 Aug
SFO09:40San Francisco
17h 05m
1 stop
SYD19:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
21 Aug
SYD21:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 15m
1 stop
SFO05:55San Francisco
Alaska Airlines
5 May
SFO07:00San Francisco
19h 45m
1 stop
SYD19:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
13 May
SYD21:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 40m
1 stop
SFO07:20San Francisco
Alaska Airlines
1 May
LAX19:59Los Angeles
30h 46m
2 stops
SYD19:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
10 May
SYD21:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 30m
2 stops
LAX12:10Los Angeles

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from United States to Australia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,414. If you don’t want to visit Australia in February, then you should wait until August to fly from United States, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,416.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Australia?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Australia from United States is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $1,516. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from United States to Australia on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,974. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Australia?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Australia is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from United States to Australia in the afternoon for as low as $1,517. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights to Australia are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of $2,011. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest United States to Australia flight route?

Fly from Los Angeles to Sydney Kingsford Smith for the best United States - Australia flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Australia?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Australia from United States when booking 16 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Australia for around $1,577 when searching 16 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Australia from United States for as low as $1,460 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on United States to Australia flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on United States to Australia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best price found

$489

Fastest flight time

14h 50m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Australia

3 airports
The best one-way flight to Australia from United States in the past 72 hours is $489. The best return flight deal from United States to Australia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $983.
The fastest flight from United States to Australia takes 14h 50m
Direct flights go from United States to Australia every day.
There are 3 airports near Australia: Melbourne (MEL), Brisbane (BNE), Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from United States to Australia?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from United States to Australia.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Australia can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Australia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Best airlines flying from United States to Australia

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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $651Free cancellationRating
7.5
398 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $895Free cancellationRating
7.9
2,389 reviews
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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $963Free cancellationRating
8.1
186 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,011Free cancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,118Free cancellationRating
7.4
8,677 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,196Free cancellationRating
7.0
9,160 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,203Free cancellationRating
8.0
7,920 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $1,245Free cancellationRating
8.0
9,897 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,289Free cancellationRating
7.5
822 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,341Free cancellationRating
8.0
467 reviews
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