Looking to book flights from Australia to the USA?
Read our helpful guide below to help you discover which airlines operate popular routes between Australia and the USA, which departure and arrival airports to consider using and many more FAQs.
Los Angeles is one of the most iconic cities in the world and a top destination for travellers flying from Australia. As a major West Coast hub, it's easily reachable with direct flights from Sydney, making it a popular route.
The peak travel season runs from March to September, when LA's warm temperatures contrast nicely with Australia's cooler winter months, often dipping to around 10.5°C (50.8°F).
Several airlines offer direct flights, including Delta and Qantas.
For travellers heading deeper into the US, the Sydney to Dallas-Fort Worth route offers great connections to the East Coast. Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is a major hub, making it easy to catch connecting flights to destinations across the US.
The best time to visit Dallas is from June to August, with temperatures reaching up to 36°C (96.8°F).
Currently, Qantas and American Airlines are the only airlines offering direct flights between Sydney and Dallas-Fort Worth.
San Francisco is a popular West Coast destination, and while you can fly from Sydney, many travellers opt for the direct route from Melbourne due to the slightly shorter flight time.
The best time to visit is June to August, when the weather is warm and perfect for exploring the city's unique neighbourhoods.
Currently, United Airlines is the only carrier offering direct flights between Melbourne and San Francisco.
If you're looking for a tropical getaway without heading to mainland USA, Honolulu, Hawaii is just 10 hours away from Melbourne. This route is popular with tourists who want to relax in paradise before continuing on to the mainland.
The best time to visit is between April and August, when temperatures hover around 31°C (87.8°F).
Currently, Jetstar Airways is the only airline offering direct flights between Melbourne and Honolulu. You can also fly to Honolulu from Sydney.
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If you're looking for a direct flight from Australia to the USA, several airlines offer regular, nonstop routes.
When flying from Australia to the US, the easiest airports to depart from are Sydney Airport and Melbourne Airport. From these airports, you can fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
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Yes, you can! There are several airlines offering direct flights between Australia and the USA. Major routes include:
Airlines like Qantas, United Airlines, Delta, American Airlines and Jetstar Airways provide direct flights to key destinations in the US, making it easy to travel without stopovers.
The flight time between Australia and the US depends on your departure and arrival cities. On average:
These times are for direct flights. If your flight includes layovers, total travel time will be longer.
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