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Cheap Flights to Australia

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Sydney
Sydneynonstop$849
Melbourne
Melbourne1 stop$929
Brisbane
Brisbane1 stop$822
Perth
Perth1 stop$953
Cairns
Cairns1 stop$954
Adelaide
Adelaide2 stops$896
Hobart
Hobart1 stop$1,003
Coolangatta
Coolangatta1 stop$988
Canberra
Canberra1 stop$976
Darwin
Darwin2 stops$1,448
Yulara
Yulara2 stops$2,099
Hamilton Island
Hamilton Island1 stop$1,243
Launceston
Launceston2 stops$1,423
Proserpine
Proserpine2 stops$1,743
Townsville
Townsville2 stops$1,377
Ballina
Ballina2 stops$1,442
Alice Springs
Alice Springs1 stop$1,366
Mackay
Mackay1 stop$3,167
Broome
Broome2 stops$1,837
Sydney
Sydneynonstop$849
Melbourne
Melbourne1 stop$929
Brisbane
Brisbane1 stop$822
Perth
Perth1 stop$953
Cairns
Cairns1 stop$954
Adelaide
Adelaide2 stops$896
Hobart
Hobart1 stop$1,003
Coolangatta
Coolangatta1 stop$988
Canberra
Canberra1 stop$976
Darwin
Darwin2 stops$1,448
Yulara
Yulara2 stops$2,099
Hamilton Island
Hamilton Island1 stop$1,243
Launceston
Launceston2 stops$1,423
Proserpine
Proserpine2 stops$1,743
Townsville
Townsville2 stops$1,377
Ballina
Ballina2 stops$1,442
Alice Springs
Alice Springs1 stop$1,366
Mackay
Mackay1 stop$3,167
Broome
Broome2 stops$1,837

Book Cheap Australia Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights to Australia 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 to Australia

ons, mar 4 - ons, mar 25
Air Canada Logo
2:50 pm - 4:55 pmLAX-BNE
32h 05m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
9:45 am - 2:09 pmBNE-LAX
21h 24m1 stop
$842Air Canada
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ons, feb 11 - tors, mar 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 4:55 pmLAX-BNE
34h 05m2 stops
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6:10 am - 11:48 amBNE-LAX
23h 38m2 stops
$844Multiple Airlines
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sön, nov 16 - lör, dec 13
Qantas Airways Logo
8:50 pm - 5:00 amLAX-BNE
14h 10mnonstop
Qantas Airways Logo
7:40 pm - 2:30 pmBNE-LAX
12h 50mnonstop
$845Qantas Airways
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sön, mar 8 - fre, mar 20
Fiji Airways Logo
11:45 pm - 10:20 amLAX-BNE
17h 35m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
11:50 am - 12:50 pmBNE-LAX
18h 00m1 stop
$849Fiji Airways
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tis, maj 5 - tis, maj 19
United Airlines Logo
6:51 pm - 6:55 amLAX-SYD
19h 04m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 6:10 amSYD-LAX
13h 40mnonstop
$850United Airlines
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tis, feb 10 - mån, feb 16
American Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 5:00 amLAX-BNE
14h 10mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
9:40 am - 2:47 pmBNE-LAX
23h 07m1 stop
$850American Airlines
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sön, nov 23 - tors, dec 4
American Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 9:00 amLAX-SYD
15h 15mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
11:20 am - 6:05 amSYD-LAX
13h 45mnonstop
$851American Airlines
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sön, nov 16 - mån, dec 8
United Airlines Logo
10:40 pm - 9:05 amLAX-SYD
15h 25mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
11:20 am - 6:00 amSYD-LAX
13h 40mnonstop
$852United Airlines
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sön, feb 8 - mån, feb 16
Qantas Airways Logo
8:50 pm - 5:00 amLAX-BNE
14h 10mnonstop
Qantas Airways Logo
7:40 pm - 2:30 pmBNE-LAX
12h 50mnonstop
$859Qantas Airways
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mån, feb 16 - tors, maj 14
Fiji Airways Logo
10:45 pm - 10:20 amLAX-BNE
17h 35m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
11:40 am - 12:55 pmBNE-LAX
18h 15m1 stop
$863Fiji Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Australia

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

What is the cheapest flight to Australia?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

The cheapest ticket to Australia from the United States found in the last 72 hours was to Brisbane, at $782 round-trip. The most popular route is New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) to Sydney (SYD) and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $797.

How much is a flight to Australia?

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

A flight to Australia costs $1,073 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $277 for the route Honolulu (HNL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL). The most popular routes on KAYAK are Honolulu to Melbourne which costs $1,163 on average, and Los Angeles to Brisbane, which costs $1,225 on average.

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What is the cheapest month to fly from the United States to Australia?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from the United States to Australia, 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 from the United States to Australia is March, when tickets cost $811 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,368 and $1,176 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from the United States to Australia?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Australia, 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 on the flight from the United States to Australia, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 17% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Australia?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Australia is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), with an average flight price of $715.

Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$439
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 31% increase in price.
Flight from Los Angeles to Sydney

Flights to Australia: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew to Australia 
RobertFlew with Qantas AirwaysLAX-MELJun 2025
Make sure you’ve got enough time to switch terminals if needbe
Verified travelerFlew with Qantas AirwaysLAX-MELApr 2024
Arrive earlier than recommended. You'll never know what awaits you!
Verified travelerFlew with Qantas AirwaysLAX-SYDFeb 2024
Use swimmers ear wax for ear plugs and be sure to have a good neck pillow and sleep mask

FAQs - booking Australia flights

  • Should I get a visa for Australia?

    Yes, all US citizens are required to obtain a visa to enter Australia. The process is done electronically and allows for multiple entries for a maximum of three months per trip and up to a year from the date of issue. Since Australia is a member of the British Commonwealth, citizens of member nations may not require visas but you should check to be sure.

  • What’s the best airport to visit Tasmania?

    Tasmania lies off the southern tip of Australia and is easily reachable from Sydney Airport and Canberra Airport (CBR), but Melbourne Airport (MEL) is much closer. You can also get a flight from any of these into Hobart International Airport (HBA) on Tasmania which should reduce your travel time.

  • Can I buy Australian dollars at the airports in Australia?

    Yes, you can. There is a full-service branch of ANZ Bank at the International Terminal of Sydney Airport while Qudos Bank operates similar services at Melbourne Airport. In addition, agencies like Travelex and Global Exchange are on hand to make simple currency transactions at Brisbane Airport if that is your flight’s destination.

  • If I want to visit Bondi Beach, which airport is best?

    The surfers’ heaven and famous enclave that is Bondi Beach is a section along the coast of New South Wales, a short 30 min drive from Sydney, making Sydney Airport the best choice. You can fly there from either Los Angeles (LAX) via Virgin Australia or Long Beach Airport (LGB) via Hawaiian Airlines. Jetstar also operates flights from Honolulu to Sydney.

  • What other cities are accessible to visitors that arrive at SYD Airport from the US?

    You may quickly fly to Australia from the US using direct flights and then visit a number of other cities close to SYD Airport. It is easy to travel from Sydney Airport to nearby cities, like Botany, Mascot, and Brighton-Le-Sands, using car rentals, taxis, or bus services.

  • To stay near sporting events in Australia, which airport should I fly into?

    When visiting Australia, American sports fans should think about flying into Melbourne Airport (MEL). Numerous athletic facilities, including Keilor Basketball Netball Stadium and Marvel Stadium, are closer to this airport. Visitors from MEL Airport have the opportunity to support their favorite local teams in this stadium, especially on weekends.

  • Does the USO-AU0 airline route offer any special amenities for pet owners?

    Yes. Passengers taking the USO-AU0 airline route ought not to be worried about the safety of their dogs while traveling to Australia. Most US airports, including LAX and SLC Airports, which serve international flights to Australia, have a pet-friendly policy that enables travelers to bring their four-legged friends with them. All pets must be on a leash at all times in the majority of US airports that provide flights to Australia.

  • How can I get to LAX Airport if they want to take the earliest flight to Australia?

    The best method for catching an earlier flight on the LAX-AU0 flight route is to stay at a nearby hotel. LAX Airport is located near several hotels, which enables travelers to arrive at this airport within the shortest time possible. Some of these hotels offer a free airport shuttle.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from the United States to Australia?

    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 from the United States to Australia.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from the United States to Australia?

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from the United States to Australia?

    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 from the United States to Australia 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 from the United States to Australia?

    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 from the United States to Australia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Australia?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Australia is Tuesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $1,295. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Thursday, where round-trip prices are $1,362 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Australia?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Australia is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost $949 on average. Morning departures are around 1% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Australia is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,126.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Australia

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Australia? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Australia for the following prices or less: From San Francisco $1,701, from Los Angeles $2,527
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Australia flight deals.
  • The vast southern continent of Australia is served by a series of international airports that link its major regions with the outside world. Perth Airport (PER) and Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) are gateways to the plains of Western Australia, while Darwin International Airport (DRW) unlocks the region of the Northern Territory.
  • The more populous southern half of the continent is dominated by the cities of Brisbane, Adelaide, Sydney and Melbourne in the east, all of which provide numerous flights from the US to Australia. Virgin Australia offers nonstop service from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD) and Melbourne (MEL), while Jetstar provides flights from Honolulu (HNL) to Sydney and Brisbane.
  • The eastern territory of Queensland provides the longest uninterrupted stretch of coastland in Australia, anchored by Brisbane Airport (BNE) and its city at the most southern point. Brisbane Airport is a good starting point to explore northern points along the Australian coast of the Coral Sea, or you can stay closer to home after your flight from the US to Australia and discover the legendary Gold Coast.
  • There are no major airports that service the interior of the Australian continent, so if you wish to visit, you’ll have to fly from Brisbane Airport into a regional airport like Mt. Isa Airport or Charleville Airport. Both provide access to the Western reaches of Queensland, into the heart of the province of the Northern Territory and the state of South Australia.
  • To explore the northern reaches of Australia, it will be necessary to get a flight from Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne into Darwin International Airport (DRW), which is the gateway to the area. From there, you can set your sights on Derby and Wyndham in Western Australia as well as the coastal areas of the Northern Territory and Queensland.
  • When flying to Australia, disabled passengers should consider using the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) - Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) flight route. Travelers with disabilities, mobility issues, and special needs can receive airport special assistance based on their requests, like baggage assistance, medical and safety assistance, and specially equipped wheelchairs at LAX Airport.
  • Airport lounges are typically thought of as one of the best places to unwind for passengers as they wait for their flights. Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is the airport of choice for most economic travelers who wish to relax at an affordable lounge before boarding their flights from the US to Australia. Before takeoff, budget travelers can simply and affordably unwind in the Delta Sky Club.
  • Parents who want to take their children on vacation to Australia from the US can think about taking a flight on Virgin Australia from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD). This airline offers nonstop service between the airports of LAX and SYD. By using direct flights, you can travel from the US to Australia in the shortest amount of time feasible, lowering the risk that your children will become exhausted before they arrive in Australia.
  • If your flight from the US is scheduled to land in Australia at night, think about the possibility of lodging in a closer hotel to SYD Airport. The Aerotel Hotel, located inside the international Terminal 1, is one of the best and nearest places to stay when visitors arrive in Sydney late at night.
  • Los Angeles Airport or Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) are two major airport options for those travelers who want to go from the USA to Australia as quickly as possible. These are the main US airports that serve as the bases for airlines that operate direct flights to SYD Airport in Australia.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Australia

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from the United States to Australia? 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.
8.1
Fiji AirwaysOverall score based on 209 reviews
7.5Food
8.5Crew
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
8.2Boarding
Airline reviews

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

6.0 GoodHon, Oct 2025NAN - SFO
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The airline is ok, but it needs to improve it schedules.

Again, Fijian hospitality was genuine, very comfortable, only improvement would be the entertainment. Why Do they only have 5 episodes of TV shows and from like season three...

Fiji Airways was amazing, will definately be lfying them again. The "Fijian hospitality" is not a catch phrase, it is genuine. the only things that could be improved is the entertainment. Not a great choice of movies, and the TV shows only have about 5 or so episodes, and often of a random season.

They will look to squeeze every penny they can out of you!! Pick your seat$$...bring luggage$$$$... if they could charge you for the air on the plane they would!!

.very good and as I needed wheelchair assistance all staff excellent.. only suggestion is get rid of those plastic chairs hard to ride in and staff have trouble compared to others. Everything else very good experience. Will use Fiji Air again.

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.

See previous comments. Didn’t take this flight because my other flight was so delayed. Ending up on two other flights as a result and was more than a day late.

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

Very good; seat made ready for bed after meal, a plus since one airline covered the seat at the start.

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.

I truly love flying with Delta. They have always treated me with the upmost respect

Our flight attendant in FIRST CLASS was one of the worst I’ve ever had. She was not at all pleasant, nor particularly good at her service.

Everything went well and was good. Nothing exceptional, but no complaints either. Cheap seats are pretty comfortable.

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

They ended up paying for the bag twice, but the counter wouldn't take my baggage receipt. Left it to me to resolve. Not sure how to resolve the issue.

The customer service before board was very rude and when I expressed my concerns about making the connecting flight she laughed and told me I bought the wrong ticket. I explained once it showed the flight was delayed it no longer let me change seats or anything. I was trying to upgrade to make sure I would get to the next gate on time.

Non stop on long haul is the way to go. Great experience

The aircraft interior is old and tired on this aircraft. The entertainment system never worked despite the crews attempt to reset the system.

The flight used a B767 with a very old interior from before 2014. The entertainment system did not work at all during the flight despite attempts to reset the system. It was like they flew this route just to be competitive.

Old plane and old configuration/seats but still comfortable for a morning flight

After already paying for excess luggage prior to flight, i was advised AT check in that i had to pay $816 or forfeit my flight! The lady at the counter was SO rude and had already started offboarding me when i said i would pay it after asking her three times for the exact amount! Have lodged a formal complaint yet heard nothing. Will not ever travel via Qantas again

A few more inches of legroom is all i ask

One of the best Qantas business flights I've had. Quality product

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

Airline running better than post Covid, proper boarding process now implemented, some aircraft feeling a bit old and tired, crew fine, online experience better.

Five hour flight instead of four hours due to westerly headwinds which wasn’t the fault of Qantas !

The wifi was out. Otherwise it was great flight. Richard, as CSM, was excellent.

Was bumped to a later flight because of inefficiency on part of the airline.

The Emerits/Qantas flight was cancelled to Wellington. We need a refund. Had to buy another airline ticket. How do we get the refund. Still not in Wellington.

Delayed QF59 flight once again, Qantas doesn't fail in maintaining there delayed departures and arrivals. USB points do not work nor do the power point sockets on the plane, Qantas staff admitted that on the flight. Don't expect to your charge devices. Saving grace, was the ice cream. Bottom line, if you expect to fly to HND and make it on time avoid Qantas and if you're interested in ice cream - visit 7/11.

Plane boarded early a quickly, was mostly full. We left close to on time. And landed early.

My experience on this United Airlines flight was highly uncomfortable, primarily due to two issues: Cabin Temperature: The temperature on the Boeing 737 MAX 8 was unacceptably high, feeling consistently around 80 degrees throughout the flight. This made sleeping impossible and significantly detracted from the experience. Seating Arrangement: Being stuck in a middle seat for a six-and-a-half-hour overnight flight compounded the discomfort. Moving forward, I will always purchase a seat assignment to avoid this situation.

Premium Plus is a really good idea for longer flights

7 hours delayed due to operational issues on United’s end. Basically laziness.

Short flight but an "eager to help" crew made the journey more enjoyable!

Flight was delayed only slightly before takeoff due to traffic control. However, the flight arrived early to ORD. Good flight. United has been very reliable for me.

The person I bought the ticket for didn’t make the flight.

Lately I like the planes have been exceptionally filthy. There’s lines of dust and dirt all across the ceiling in the vents, and the cracks in between the seats are literally full of food. It’s definitely not the quality of service that I was used to with United. I’m also very disappointed with the Wi-Fi! All I wanna do is knock out a few work jobs while I’m trapped in my seat And it spools so bad. They did provide me with a refund, but the process of getting that refund is so complicated. It’s unfortunate.

Another delayed flight. When the delays exceed the duration of the flight, it’s a problem.

Excellent flight. Smooth, efficient boarding. Quick flight. Arrived early at STL.

We loved the steward on the plane. He made the night enjoyable

I enjoyed the extra leg room compared to other airlines. The first stewards made my daughter’s birthday special by giving her an extra snack. Then the last one coming home from Chicago to Appleton made our night really enjoyable Thanks for making our trip enjoyable

The flight was smooth, the pilot kept us informed about delays and we arrived more of less on time

Flight delay was communicated before leaving for airport which caused it to be a non-event. Great flight and crew!

Did not get any refreshments. Crew was very nice but limited. Small seats

Wish some foods provided rather than just biscuit/cookie for flight more than 2 hours

Wish a flight with more than 2 hours with some snack rather than just cookie/biscuit.

The flight attendant, a black woman with curly hair who sat near Row 21, was wonderful and kind.

It was good..clean, comfy seat. Friendly warm welcoming crew. Was able to check my cabin luggage at the gate which I was able to pickup in a decent time from baggage claim. The app gave all updates from delays to baggage claim info. Overall smooth flight.

Flight was delayed leaving Dallas. Arrived about 2 hours later than scheduled.

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