Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is 13 hours 50 minutes.
Los Angeles is 18 hours behind Sydney and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Flights from SYD to LAX start from 09:10 — the first with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 18:35 with Qantas. In total, there are 40 weekly Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your SYD to LAX flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
With direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Los Angeles International Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Los Angeles (and then other destinations in United States) is a snap. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is American Airlines.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier that offers SYD to LAX flights. An impressive 90.67% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SYD and LAX:
San Francisco International Airport
Brisbane Airport
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Right now, R 6,706 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 14,081. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SYD to LAX.
The cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.62% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're coming in on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore Los Angeles and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport to central Los Angeles has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Los Angeles in May.
Before locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SYD to LAX around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. Around 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in United States, head for San Jose, about 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.