Flights from Los Angeles to Sydney

4 airlines fly nonstop from Los Angeles to Sydney.

Distance
7,502 mi
Nonstop flight
Varies
Time difference
+19h / +17h
Nonstop airlines
4

Fares from Los Angeles to Sydney

Checking today’s fares with the airlines.

Nonstop flights

AirlineFromTo
American AirlinesLAX Los Angeles International AirportSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport
Delta Air LinesLAX Los Angeles International AirportSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport
QantasLAX Los Angeles International AirportSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport
United AirlinesLAX Los Angeles International AirportSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport

Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.

Getting from the airport into Sydney

SYD

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport

6 miles (9 km) from the city centre. 42.5 million passengers in 2025

HowRouteTimeCost
TrainSydney Trains T8 Airport & South Line from the International or Domestic Airport station to Centralabout 13mabout A$21-22 to Central including the airport station access fee, by Opal or contactless card

Before you go

US citizens need a valid passport and an approved Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) or visa to enter Australia for tourism.

Sydney is 19 hours ahead of Los Angeles in January and 17 hours ahead of it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently. Sydney uses the Australian dollar (AUD).

Read the Sydney guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Sydney?

Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.

Which airlines fly nonstop from Los Angeles to Sydney?

As of October 2026, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Qantas and United Airlines fly this route nonstop.

How far is Sydney from Los Angeles?

About 7,502 miles (12,073 km), measured between the city centres.

What is the time difference?

Sydney is 19 hours ahead of Los Angeles in January and 17 hours ahead of it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently.

Do I need a passport to fly to Sydney?

US citizens need a valid passport and an approved Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) or visa to enter Australia for tourism.

How do I get from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport into Sydney?

Sydney Trains T8 Airport & South Line from the International or Domestic Airport station to Central, about 13 minutes, about A$21-22 to Central including the airport station access fee, by Opal or contactless card.

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Sources

Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.