Los Angeles to Sydney Flights
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD) connect United States and Australia. The great-circle distance is approximately 12,061 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 16 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include LAX and SYD. The reverse route is Sydney to Los Angeles. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Los Angeles, United States
- Destination
- Sydney, Australia
- Distance
- 12,061 km
- Typical duration
- about 16 hours
- Origin codes
- LAX
- Destination codes
- SYD
- Primary keyword
- flights from Los Angeles to Sydney
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Route overview
Los Angeles to Sydney is a city-pair air route between United States and Australia. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are LAX and SYD. Related codes: LAX → SYD.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 12,061 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 16 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Los Angeles airports and metro codes: LAX.
Sydney airports and metro codes: SYD.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Sydney to Los Angeles, other destinations from Los Angeles, and other origins into Sydney.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Sydney?
Direct flights from Los Angeles to Sydney typically take about 16 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Los Angeles to Sydney?
The great-circle distance between Los Angeles and Sydney is approximately 12,061 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Los Angeles to Sydney?
Los Angeles is commonly searched with code LAX (related: LAX). Sydney is commonly searched with code SYD (related: SYD).
Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to Sydney?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Sydney to Los Angeles?
The reverse city pair is Sydney to Los Angeles. Distance is the same great-circle measure (12,061 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Los Angeles to Sydney route connect?
This route connects United States (Los Angeles) with Australia (Sydney).
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