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Cheap Flights from Australia to Los Angeles

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Australia to Los Angeles that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Australia to Los Angeles

Thu, Jul 30 - Mon, Aug 10
Fiji Airways Logo
1:15 pm - 1:05 pm
SYD
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LAX
16h 50m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
11:55 pm - 11:50 am
LAX
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SYD
18h 55m
1 stop
$627Fiji Airways
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
Fiji Airways Logo
2:00 pm - 12:00 pm
SYD
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LAX
17h 00m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
10:35 pm - 12:35 pm
LAX
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SYD
19h 00m
1 stop
$629Fiji Airways
Tue, Aug 18 - Sun, Aug 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 1:05 pm
OOL
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LAX
33h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:55 pm - 10:05 pm
LAX
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OOL
29h 10m
2 stops
$745Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Sun, Aug 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 1:05 pm
OOL
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LAX
33h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:55 pm - 10:05 pm
LAX
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OOL
29h 10m
2 stops
$751Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 3
Qantas Airways Logo
12:35 pm - 7:05 am
CNS
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LAX
35h 30m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
9:50 pm - 11:50 am
LAX
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CNS
21h 00m
1 stop
$987Qantas Airways
Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 24
Qantas Airways Logo
11:20 am - 5:05 pm
CNS
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LAX
22h 45m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
9:50 pm - 11:50 am
LAX
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CNS
21h 00m
1 stop
$988Qantas Airways
Mon, Sep 7 - Fri, Sep 11
Philippine Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 8:40 pm
PER
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LAX
27h 05m
1 stop
Philippine Airlines Logo
11:45 pm - 7:15 am
LAX
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PER
40h 30m
1 stop
$988Philippine Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 27
Philippine Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 1:45 pm
PER
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LAX
44h 10m
1 stop
Philippine Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 7:20 am
LAX
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PER
28h 10m
1 stop
$1,042Philippine Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11
Virgin Australia Logo
12:45 pm - 1:55 pm
BNK
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LAX
44h 10m
2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
3:18 pm - 12:05 pm
LAX
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BNK
49h 47m
2 stops
$1,150Virgin Australia
Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11
Virgin Australia Logo
12:45 pm - 10:21 am
BNK
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LAX
40h 36m
2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
3:18 pm - 12:05 pm
LAX
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BNK
49h 47m
2 stops
$1,160Virgin Australia
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Los Angeles

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Los Angeles to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Los Angeles?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 5 days.

In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Los Angeles was found on the route from Sydney, at $627 return. The most popular connection is from Melbourne to Los Angeles and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $694 in the last 5 days.

How much is a flight to Los Angeles?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Los Angeles from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

A flight to Los Angeles costs $928 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $434 and departed from Sydney. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Sydney to Los Angeles which costs $1,074 on average, and Brisbane to Los Angeles, which costs $1,835 on average.

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What is the cheapest day to fly to Los Angeles?

The average price of all round-trip flights to Los Angeles clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Los Angeles is Thursday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $1,070. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where round-trip prices are $1,233 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Los Angeles is August, where tickets cost $788 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets from Australia is $1,086 and $961 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is August with an average price of $512.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Los Angeles?

The average price for all round-trip flights to Los Angeles depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Los Angeles is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost $987 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Los Angeles is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,181.

What is a good deal for flights to Los Angeles?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Los Angeles, 25% of our users found tickets to Los Angeles for the following prices or less: From Sydney $851 round-trip, from Melbourne Airport $1,027 round-trip, from Brisbane $1,318 round-trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 9% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$434
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 20% increase in price.
Flight from Sydney to Los Angeles

Flights from Australia to Los Angeles: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Australia to Los Angeles 
CharlesFlew with WestJet
MEL
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LAX
Dec 2025
I had 5.5 hrs between my flight to LA and my flight from LA to Calgary. I barely made it! The plane to Calgary was loading by the time I got through in-flight delays, then inbound US customs, luggage pick-up, luggage drop-off, then TSA checks as I re-entered the secure zone, then fast-walk to the outbound gate. LAX is a difficult airport, designed last century when air travel was much more relaxed. So: plan for WAY more time there than you’d ever want.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
SYD
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LAX
Jan 2025
Bring some extra food! Long flight, you don’t get enough and quality is mediocre. No free snacks in between meals except for mini pretzels.

FAQs - booking Los Angeles flights

  • What are the layover options on my way to Los Angeles?

    If your flight booking is not direct, your options for airport layovers on the way will likely be Dubai International Airport (DXB) or Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), though some other options include Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH).

  • Where can I pick up an American SIM card when I arrive at Los Angeles Airport?

    There is an extensive range of shopping at Los Angeles Airport, and you will find prepaid SIM cards available at multiple convenience stores and multiple telecommunications providers to set you up with a new service before you head out into Los Angeles.

  • Which ATMs and currency exchanges are available at Los Angeles Airport?

    There are Bank of America ATMs in both the arrivals and departures area of every terminal, and there are ICE Currency Exchange booths located in the arrivals area of Tom Bradley International Terminal, as well as Terminals 2, 5 and 6.

  • How do I get to the centre of Los Angeles from Los Angeles Airport?

    To get to the city centre of Los Angeles, use the LAX FlyAway bus service that operates 24/7 and stops at every terminal. Those who wish for a convenient door-to-door service that’s less expensive than taking a taxi should consider Share Ride Vans, which will pick you up at the airport and drop you off at your hotel.

  • Is there an on-site airport hotel at Los Angeles Airport?

    There are no on-site hotels on Los Angeles Airport’s grounds, but those who are between flights or want to go straight to bed after their flight to Los Angeles can easily find hotels in close proximity to the airport. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles Airport is located next to the airport car parks and has a free shuttle service. For travellers on a budget, Travelodge Hotel at LAX is just a short drive from the airport and also has an airport shuttle available.

  • Does Los Angeles Airport provide services for families?

    Breastfeeding mothers who are travelling to Los Angeles with infants will find some basic nursing stations in all the airport terminals, where they can feed their baby in more comfortable and private surroundings. When it comes to occupying older children it is possible to take them to the observation desk or purchase a pass to the Alaska Lounge, which has a children’s play area.

  • Are there any facilities for pets at Los Angeles Airport?

    Travellers who are flying to Los Angeles with their four-legged companions can rest assured that there are outdoor and indoor Pet Parks located throughout all terminals at Los Angeles Airport, which can be accessed before and after check-in.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Los Angeles?

    In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Los Angeles was found on the route from Sydney, at $627 return. The most popular connection is from Melbourne to Los Angeles and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $694 in the last 5 days.

  • How far is Los Angeles Airport from central Los Angeles?

    The city center of Los Angeles is 9 miles from Los Angeles Airport.

  • What is the name of Los Angeles’s airport?

    Los Angeles is served by Los Angeles Airport, also commonly referred to as Los Angeles or Los Angeles Intl. The airport code is LAX.

  • How much is a flight to Los Angeles?

    On average, a flight to Los Angeles costs $928. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $434 and departed from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Los Angeles.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Los Angeles?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Los Angeles?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Los Angeles

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Los Angeles? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Los Angeles for the following prices or less: From Brisbane $2,765, from Melbourne $2,973, from Sydney $3,950
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Los Angeles flight deals.
  • As one of California’s largest airports and also one of the biggest in the US, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has a total of nine terminals and well over 100 passenger gates. Its passenger volume ratio to its number of gates is one of the highest in the world, making this one of the most efficient airports to transit through.
  • To find your way around this airport, you can rely on the friendly and helpful staff, if you are in need of assistance, as well as multiple information points around the airport. The official website for Los Angeles Airport has an excellent interactive map to help you navigate through the busy terminals as well.
  • Most direct flights to Los Angeles depart from Sydney, so if you are heading to Los Angeles from another Australian city, you may find that your first connection is via Sydney Airport (SYD). Well equipped with facilities, shopping, dining and lounges, there is plenty to do during a layover in Sydney Airport.
  • Feeling stressed out before or after your flight to Los Angeles? Reap the benefits of the LAX Pets Unstressing Passengers Program, which is organized to create a relaxing and positive experience for passengers. You can spend some time with volunteer dogs, hug them, take photos with them and use the connection to calm your nerves.
  • If you want to enjoy a cup of coffee or have a bite to eat after your flight to Los Angeles, you have a few Starbucks, as well as The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf spots. There is also Cantina Laredo for fans of a Mexican twist.
  • Those who appreciate art and have some time to spare at Los Angeles Airport can head to art exhibitions and admire regional artworks that are displayed in the public areas of the airport. Los Angeles Airport participates in the Art Program, which means that if you are there at the right time you may also get the chance to see a live performance.
  • People who wish to wait for their flight in a quiet and high-quality environment can purchase a pass to enter one of the airport lounges, such as the United Club lounge. During your time at the lounge you will be provided with complimentary snacks and drinks, as well as magazines, Internet access and a TV.
  • Business travellers who have to catch up on some work while waiting at Los Angeles Airport can use one of the workstations that can be found around the terminals. Los Angeles Airport also provides free Internet connection in 45-minute blocks. The workstations are equipped with power outlets where you can charge your device.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Australia to Los Angeles

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Los Angeles. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from Australia to Los Angeles. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Los Angeles? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Fiji AirwaysOverall score based on 248 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.5Crew
7.5Food
7.5Entertainment
Airline reviews

Left on time , arrived on time. Staff was awesome!!!!! Great flight!!!!

10.0 ExcellentNick, Mar 2026
NAN - LAX
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Left on time , arrived on time. Staff was awesome!!!!! Great flight!!!!

A bit cramped in economy and the people in front wouldn’t put their seats up during meal service, crew did not help with that and I felt they could have done more about it.

The airline is ok, but it needs to improve it schedules.

In-flight entertainment options could use a refresh, Consider a tie-up with Spotify for more current music and with IMDB or other service for newer selections/movie ratings.

6 hour delay and they didnt try to make up any time during an over 10 hour flight

Entertainment was not good. Seems like liquor should’ve been advertised only beer and wine was even though I saw others getting liquor didn’t realize I could. And the food to me could’ve been a little bit.

Better connections, much better cabin crew, much cleaner cabin that Qantas, American and probably other carriers.

The flight attendants were extremely friendly and helpful. Everything ran on time. I highly recommend Fiji Airways.

Very clean aircraft. Friendly staff. New plane. Food quality was good. Not my flavor but I saw the effort.

I never went and I’ve tried calling to cancel the flight see if I can postpone for another date but every time they’ll transfer me to another personal.

We got stuck on the tarmac taxiing after landing early so we didn’t get off the plane until an hour later than we thought we would

It was okay. We were delayed for weather reasons, but the pilots and the flight control staff figured a way around the storm and were able to get us to Los Angeles safely. Not all the staff members were polite, but the entertainment on the flight was good.

I am a Diamond Medallion Delta traveller and this was a disappointing flight. They allowed half the flight to preboard before Delta One and Diamond Medallion. Once on the plane in my Delta Premium Select seat we were not given any welcome or greeting. Throughout the flight the flight attendant also did not make us feel any sort of special service or attention and even rushed us when she did bring us a snack to pick in the dark not even offering a light to look at what it was -- she was overall not helpful and not accommodating. for the extra cost of the seat it was honestly not a special experience this flight. heads up that even the warm cookies are now packaged. I ate nothing. There really was nothing that was special, stood out or exceptional. Luckily I mostly slept. But I was disappointed and question if I may try a different flight next time I go to Tokyo. The last few Delta flights have been less than great. which makes me very sad.

Love me some Delta. One of the few airlines to recognize and support veterans. Easy boarding, flight was on time and arrived early and the flight attendants were excellent on this flight.

Flight delayed four separate times. I’m now one hour hours late to landing.

worst flight ever from Delta, it got delayed and kept on delaying..

While they turned off most cabin lights to allow people to sleep, I was bothered by how bright the side lights still were. It was still quite bright for me in a window seat, when I wish I could have slept!

The crew bent over backwards to thank us for flying and make us comfortable. The food service was quick and efficient. The Captain communicated and said goodbye and thank you as we departed. They really stood out!

The crew was not very visible. This might be a good thing for people who wanted to sleep but seemed odd when compared to the Atlantic crossing where they are more present in the cabin. The Food (beef) was not good. Tough and tasteless. Would love to see more choices on a long flight like that.

The flight crew was friendly. I tried to adjust my seat online ahead of time but no option existed without additional fees. My friend asked at the gate about a seat change and was able to make it happen. That was great! The flight crew moved a very tall gentleman and his companion which allowed us to have more space which was nice. Overall, good experience. Appreciated the blanket and pillow.

Loved the food and beverages available, spacious economy class, excellent entertainment

Very good overall. Highly recommend for all flying to Australia

We had bulkhead seats in a A380 in the upper deck in seats 31 D and E. Storage was very limited other than in overhead bin - which is not within reach when in seat. Yet paying same price as others in premium economy who have a lot more storage within arm’s reach. Seems very unfair.

When I originally booked this flight, I was expecting to travel on Qantas. When the itinerary changed and the long-haul segment was operated by American Airlines, we were disappointed but remained open-minded. Unfortunately, the overall service experience fell far short of expectations. This was a long-haul international flight. Getting up periodically to use the restroom or stretch is inevitable, especially on flights of this duration. However, each time we stood up, we felt as though we were inconveniencing the crew. The tone and body language often suggested that we were in the way or disrupting something simply by moving about the cabin. As a result, I avoided getting up as often as I needed to and was physically very sore upon arrival. Meal service was similarly impersonal. The options were presented in single words “beef or veggie,” “pasta or beef” without any description of what was actually being served. There was little engagement or courtesy beyond that. Even simple expressions of gratitude were often not acknowledged. I am accustomed to no-frills travel and do not expect luxury. What was disappointing was not the absence of extras, but the absence of basic warmth and professionalism. On a long-haul international flight, small moments of courtesy and humanity make a significant difference. In this case, the experience felt transactional and dismissive rather than welcoming. I hope this feedback is taken constructively, as there is a meaningful difference between efficient service and indifferent service.

Business seats not as comfortable or private as most competitors (e.g. Qantas was outstanding), and movie selection was much more limited than Qantas or United has been recently

Hard to move and get out of my seat when the passenger in front is in recline position.

I tried to check in online but was unable to do so. I stood in line for nearly two hours to check in. American Airlines was understaffed. When I finally got to the kiosk to check in, I was still unable to check in. No AA staff was available to help. Finally one of the airport security agents who was helping passengers became of lack of AA Staff told me: “I think the reason you can’t check in is that you are starting your name with an upper case letter when you write it. Just write it with all lower case letters.” That did allow me to check in. HOW COULD ANYONE POSSIBLY KNOW THAT IF THEY USE AN INITIAL UPPER CASE LETTER TO SPELL THEIR OWN NAME, AA WOULD NOT ALLOW THEM TO CHECK IN?????? Then I had to wait in line over half an hour again to drop off my baggage. Although I arrived at the airport 3 hours early, by the time I got to the gate, they had already started boarding.

Their aircraft are old and amenities lack way behind other international carriers leaving from BNE. Even in economy

Friendly staff, surprisingly good premium economy seats allowing good sleep/ snooze opportunity and very good menu.

Top notch service, good selection of snack and meal options, generous accommodation for luggage, and great selection of in cabin entertainment. I really appreciate the offering of pillows, blankets, sleep mask, tb&paste, and earplugs. The only complaint I can make was that my seat was horribly uncomfortable and lacked cushion.

The seats were uncomfortable, as if the cushions haven't been switched out in many years. I felt like I was on an old bus. The food was delicious. thank you. Onboard entertainment, very limited. Unless you like violent movies. Why in the world would you have such severely violent movies on a plane? if you don't want to see such things, you don't have a choice. Have you considered that when choosing entertainment? Good god. Why would you have the Godfather? Or black women being brutally beaten with a club? Why in the hell would you put that kind of material on a plane? As for Kayak: Why when I ordered Qantas, was the plane on United?

Monitor control didn’t work & couldn’t figure out how to lay bed flat so I slept very poorly. Cabin was very cold

The airline was fine, but I did want to share about Kayak's error through Underpricer. The original booking was purchased with ANA, and Kayak booked it with United. This is a mistake that should not be happening, since the price I paid was with ANA and that was my preference. I appreciate the efforts done to make this right by paying for the seat preference, but sitting in the back of the airplane under economy is not enough to make this error right. ANA Airlines was the experience I wanted considering this was a life time experience that my family and I wanted to have as part of our Japanese experience. Please work on your affiliation with Underpricer to make the right bookings that the customer pays for. In my situation, I could of paid less for a United ticket versus my original payment with ANA Airlines.

Know that the movies that you are going to be offered are the oldest be rated movies they could possibly get. They may have one or two new movies that they keep advertising but when you’re flying 15 hours, there is nothing to see past the first new movie.

Friendly crew, but we were delayed for more than an hour and had to change planes due to maintenance issues.

Service was professional and quick. Premium economy seat was comfortable given the class

Like: departed and arrived on time. Unlike: Food options for purchase allways bad, 1 of 2 of the crew members not very friendly at all. Seats and leg room aweful. At this point I am thinking on switching to AA.

Uncomfortable plastic seats even in premium economy. No free wifi. Even paid wifi was spotty to nonexistent. Bad food. Much worse than economy on foreign carriers like Qantas.

Great. Food going from Australia to the US was better than other way around, but still needs improvement in terms of quality and quantity!!!

Due to a cancelled flight the day before this flight only had 44 people. Best flight ever on international route. Food getting better. Can United provide fruit ex apples and bananas for snacks? Crew fantastic.

I was able to check into my flight through the app and online but had issues getting my boarding pass once I arrived to the airport.

I don’t like the music section but I believe it was a cost decision. I changed my flight last minute due to work issues and had to sit way in the back. The seats were way closer together than I would have preferred.

The plane was up-to-date, and the free wi-fi was very much appreciated! All of the ports functioned well, and the entertainment choices made the flight much more enjoyable. One of the flight attendants was unfriendly, but the flight was enjoyable overall.

I got bumped by Qantas to American Airlines incurring a 6 hr layover at lax. I was not happy

It was so much better than expected, Ohare is not such a pleasant experience but American Airlines with the new, clean aeroplane and free Wi-Fi was outstanding and the crew so pleasant and helpful.

This was my first flight on Aer Lingus and it was great. The plane wasn't full so I could move to a seat with extra room. The food was pretty good for airline food and the staff was nice and attentive. I enjoyed the media provided during my 10 hour flight. We arrived home early and it's always good to be home!

American delayed the flight for a crew rest period. The delay occurred late in the evening - the earliest i can find is 10:20 pm. With a 6 am flight anyone on the flight would have already have been asleep (unless you are insane, a vampire or on drugs) and at least for me i was already on the way to the airport at 445 am the next morning when i discovered they delayed the flight until 9 am. Given the incoming flight was in the air at 6 pm the evening before this should have been figured out a lot more timely that was there only crew to use. Just frustrating given there is no consideration for customer experience anymore in flying.

American Airlines is a miserable experience. It is predictably miserable, in the sense that every time I fly American, I brace myself for the certainty that it will be unpleasant and uncomfortable. But it is unpredictable in the sense that I never know if the flight will be on time or delayed nine hours (both happened to me this week). I never know if I will be able to sit in the seat that I selected when I purchased the ticket or if I will be told by Customer Service (!!!) that I must relocate from first class to a seat in the back of the aircraft with no explanation (both happened to me this week). Will the food be frozen and half defrosted, or scalding hot? Will the drinks be warm? Will the flight attendants be surly and mean? Will the toilets be cramped and foul? Will the seats be narrow and uncomfortable? Will there be a real electric outlet at the seat, or just an unreliable USB-2 port? Will there be enough seats in the boarding lounge or just a few? Will the boarding process be smooth and efficient, or will the gate agents mess it up and delay it needlessly for 30 or 40 minutes? Will the catering and cleaning crew be prompt or will they take an extra 30 minutes? Will the brakes on the aircraft work properly, or will the pilot delay takeoff for four hours while the ground crew attends to what can only be described as routine maintenance that should have been done the night before? I've eexperienced every one of these unpleasant things this year, 2026. The only thing I can reliably count on is that American will find a new way to make the experience of flying as miserable as they possibly can.

I have been flying with American most of my professional career. But the airline seems tired and becoming more and more subpar with older planes than other airlines, dirtier and less comfortable seating, and less and less amenities. Their WiFi seldom works and their food is becoming more and more mediocre. How do you fly from LAX to PHL with only being offered one drink and as a platinum customer. I am exploring delta here on out for more of my flying.

American Airlines canceled the flight twice and was unable to facilitate a change of city for us after our travel plans became affected. We lost alot of money due to this and it seems like the airline was trying their best not to facilitate this. Mind you, I am a very loyal member.

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