Sydney to Los Angeles Flights
Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Los Angeles (LAX) connect Australia and United States. 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 SYD and LAX. The reverse route is Los Angeles to Sydney. 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
- Sydney, Australia
- Destination
- Los Angeles, United States
- Distance
- 12,061 km
- Typical duration
- about 16 hours
- Origin codes
- SYD
- Destination codes
- LAX
- Primary keyword
- flights from Sydney to Los Angeles
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Route overview
Sydney to Los Angeles is a city-pair air route between Australia and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SYD and LAX. Related codes: SYD → LAX.
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
Sydney airports and metro codes: SYD.
Los Angeles airports and metro codes: LAX.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Los Angeles to Sydney, other destinations from Sydney, and other origins into Los Angeles.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Sydney to Los Angeles?
Direct flights from Sydney to Los Angeles typically take about 16 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Sydney to Los Angeles?
The great-circle distance between Sydney and Los Angeles is approximately 12,061 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Sydney to Los Angeles?
Sydney is commonly searched with code SYD (related: SYD). Los Angeles is commonly searched with code LAX (related: LAX).
Are there direct flights from Sydney to Los Angeles?
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 Los Angeles to Sydney?
The reverse city pair is Los Angeles to Sydney. Distance is the same great-circle measure (12,061 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Sydney to Los Angeles route connect?
This route connects Australia (Sydney) with United States (Los Angeles).