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Flight time
~15.5 hrs nonstop
Typical fare
$900–$1,800 roundtrip
Booking window
4–8 weeks ahead
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24/7 by phone
LAX to SYD is one of the world's great long-haul routes — Qantas operates the flagship service with their new Airbus A350s on the direct route (about 15.5 hours). Air New Zealand offers an alternative via Auckland. Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is only 8 km from the city center with excellent train service.
Sydney is Australia's global city — a harbor-wrapped metropolis of sun, surf, world-class restaurants, and an outdoor lifestyle that makes every day feel like a gift. The Opera House, the Harbour Bridge, the beaches of Bondi, and the vibrant restaurant scene in Surry Hills make Sydney one of the most immediately livable cities in the world.
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Departing from
Los Angeles
LAX
Los Angeles International
Arriving in
Sydney
SYD
Kingsford Smith
We compare all of the carriers below simultaneously and show you the lowest available fare on each — including business and first class.
Fares shift significantly throughout the year. Here's when to book and when to avoid overpaying on this route.
Australian autumn — mild and clear, low tourist numbers, and the lowest fares of the year. Ideal for city exploration.
Australian spring — warming up, wildflowers in bloom, Bondi beach becoming active again. Good fares.
Australian summer and school holidays. Sydney New Year's Eve fireworks are world-famous but flights sell out months ahead.
Australian winter — Sydney stays mild (14–17°C) but beach season is quiet. Vivid Sydney light festival (June) is worth timing for.
💡 Deal tip for this route
Sydney's shoulder seasons — May/June (Australian autumn) and September/October (Australian spring) — offer good weather, smaller crowds, and significantly lower fares than December/January. Book 10–14 weeks ahead for the best prices. Qantas business class on this route is excellent and frequently priced well for advance purchases. Call +1-800-779-8593.
Planning your trip? Here are the highlights most worth your time in Sydney.
Jørn Utzon's masterpiece is even more stunning in person. Take a guided tour of the interior, or better yet, book a performance — Opera Australia and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra both perform here. The Opera Bar below it for a pre-show drink is quintessential Sydney.
Scaling the iconic 'Coathanger' to its 134-meter summit is one of the world's great urban experiences. BridgeClimb offers guided ascents in all weather conditions. Dawn climbs are the most spectacular.
Sydney's most famous beach is a kilometer of golden sand backed by a surf-rescue culture that's uniquely Australian. The Bondi to Coogee coastal walk (6 km) passes clifftop cemeteries, rock pools, and ocean baths.
30 hectares of botanical garden on the harbor foreshore — free entry, spectacular Opera House and Harbour Bridge views, and a resident colony of flying foxes. Mrs. Macquarie's Chair offers the classic dual-landmark photo.
The world's best-situated zoo — a 15-minute ferry from Circular Quay with native Australian animals (koalas, kangaroos, wombats) against a backdrop of the Sydney Harbour skyline.
Sydney's historic birthplace — cobblestone streets, convict-era sandstone warehouses, excellent weekend markets, and the ferry terminal for harbor explorations. The weekend Rocks Markets are outstanding.
Local insider tip
Avoid the tourist restaurants at Circular Quay for seafood — they're expensive and unremarkable. Instead, head to the Sydney Fish Market in Pyrmont (open daily from 7am), where you can buy the same fresh catch the restaurants are serving at a fraction of the price and eat it on the waterfront.
Typical flight time is ~15.5 hrs nonstop. Exact duration varies by routing, stops, and wind. Our specialists can confirm times for your specific dates and find the fastest option. Call +1-800-779-8593.
Sydney's shoulder seasons — May/June (Australian autumn) and September/October (Australian spring) — offer good weather, smaller crowds, and significantly lower fares than December/January. Book 10–14 weeks ahead for the best prices. Qantas business class on this route is excellent and frequently priced well for advance purchases. Call +1-800-779-8593. Generally, mid-week departures (Tuesday–Thursday) price lower than weekends, and booking 4–8 weeks ahead captures the best available fares.
Major airlines serving this route include Qantas, United Airlines, Air New Zealand, American Airlines. We compare all of them simultaneously and show the full price — base fare, taxes, and fees — before you commit.
Fares typically range $900–$1,800 roundtrip roundtrip, depending on season, booking window, and cabin class. Sydney's shoulder seasons — May/June (Australian autumn) and September/October (Australian spring) — offer good weather, smaller crowds, and significantly lower fares than December/January. Book 10–14 weeks ahead for the best prices. Qantas business class on this route is excellent and frequently priced well for advance purchases. Call +1-800-779-8593.
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~15.5 hrs nonstop nonstop service is available on Qantas and United Airlines. One-stop options via connecting hubs are often significantly cheaper. Search above or call +1-800-779-8593 for both options.