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Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours

Los Angeles
Los Angeles1 stop$1,080
New York
New York2 stops$1,441
Vancouver
Vancouver1 stop$1,144
San Francisco
San Francisco1 stop$1,130
Toronto
Toronto3 stops$1,554
Honolulu
Honoluludirect$499
Las Vegas
Las Vegas2 stops$1,289
Dallas
Dallas1 stop$989
Miami
Miami2 stops$1,407
Chicago
Chicago1 stop$1,277
Orlando
Orlando1 stop$1,826
Calgary
Calgary2 stops$1,211
Mexico City
Mexico City2 stops$1,673
Seattle
Seattle1 stop$1,338
Washington, D.C.
Baltimore3 stops$1,612
Boston
Boston1 stop$1,651
Houston
Houston1 stop$1,741
Denver
Denver1 stop$1,184
Montreal
Montreal2 stops$2,042
Cancún
Cancún2 stops$1,641

Cheap Flight Deals to North America

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to North America that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals to North America

Recommended return deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly to North America.
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Fiji Airways Logo
12:55 - 12:55MEL-LAX
17h 00m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
23:55 - 11:55LAX-MEL
19h 00m1 stop
$1,080Fiji Airways
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Thu, 8 May - Mon, 12 May
Fiji Airways Logo
11:35 - 12:55BNE-LAX
18h 20m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
23:55 - 10:35LAX-BNE
17h 40m1 stop
$1,083Fiji Airways
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Sun, 5 Oct - Mon, 20 Oct
United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 06:05SYD-LAX
13h 35mdirect
United Airlines Logo
19:25 - 06:55LAX-SYD
18h 30m1 stop
$1,353United Airlines
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Thu, 15 May - Wed, 28 May
United Airlines Logo
10:20 - 15:07SYD-LAX
21h 47m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
18:40 - 06:55LAX-SYD
19h 15m1 stop
$1,361United Airlines
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Thu, 15 May - Wed, 28 May
Qantas Airways Logo
17:45 - 14:25SYD-LAX
13h 40mdirect
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23:15 - 07:05LAX-SYD
14h 50mdirect
$1,399Qantas Airways
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Tue, 2 Sep - Tue, 16 Sep
Qantas Airways Logo
17:45 - 14:25SYD-LAX
13h 40mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
22:55 - 07:05LAX-SYD
15h 10mdirect
$1,413Qantas Airways
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Sat, 31 May - Sat, 14 Jun
American Airlines Logo
09:10 - 06:00SYD-LAX
13h 50mdirect
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23:15 - 07:05LAX-SYD
14h 50mdirect
$1,491American Airlines
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Thu, 15 May - Thu, 14 Aug
American Airlines Logo
09:10 - 06:00SYD-LAX
13h 50mdirect
American Airlines Logo
14:22 - 06:05LAX-SYD
22h 43m1 stop
$1,502American Airlines
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Tue, 10 Jun - Tue, 24 Jun
Air Canada Logo
07:10 - 21:28MEL-LAX
32h 18m2 stops
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17:15 - 12:05LAX-MEL
24h 50m2 stops
$1,610Air Canada
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Wed, 15 Oct - Wed, 22 Oct
Air Canada Logo
10:20 - 12:11SYD-SFO
19h 51m1 stop
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13:05 - 08:20SFO-SYD
49h 15m2 stops
$1,646Air Canada
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Mon, 13 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to North America

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to North America to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to North America?

These are the best return prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest ticket to North America from Australia found in the last 72 hours was to Los Angeles, at $630 return. The most popular route is Brisbane (BNE) to Los Angeles (LAX) and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $630.

What is the cheapest day to fly to North America?

The average price of all flights from Australia to North America clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to North America is Friday when return tickets can be as cheap as $1,515. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, when return prices are $1,816 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Australia to North America?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Australia to North America, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Australia to North America is October, when tickets cost $1,358 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,100 and $1,813 respectively.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to North America?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Australia to North America depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to North America is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost $1,067 on average. Morning departures are around 17% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to North America is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,588.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Australia to North America?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to North America, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below-average price on the flight from Australia to North America, you should book around 6 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in North America?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in North America is Honolulu Airport (HNL), with an average flight price of $709.

Good to know

Low season

March

High season

December

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Flights to North America: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew to North America 
AurianneFlew with United AirlinesSYD-SFOSept 2024
Ensure you have 2-3 hours layover You’ll likely need unless you don’t mind missing your next flight
KimberlyFlew with Qantas AirwaysSYD-DFWJuly 2024
Be prepared for a long flight & take what you absolutely must have in your carry on.
Verified travelerFlew with Air CanadaSYD-YVRDec 2023
Check your connecting flight and make sure the process to get there and what do do with your luggage is explained to you.
Verified travelerFlew with Air New ZealandSYD-SFOJan 2024
Fly air New Zealand. So pleasant and lovely experience

FAQs - booking North America flights

  • How can I find cheap flights to North America?

    Start planning your trip at least two months ahead, and if you plan on visiting a few places in North America, consider starting and ending your trip in a major hub like LA, Houston or Vancouver. If you want to boost your savings further, consider itineraries with a stop or two along the way. You could, for example, enjoy a layover in Manila (MNL) before starting your adventure in LA.

  • Which visa do Australians need to fly to North America?

    Australians generally do not need a visa for 90-day visits to the US and 180-day visits to Canada. However, you must obtain a visa waiver before your departure (an ESTA for the US and an ETA for Canada). Australian citizens are eligible for a visa on arrival in Mexico. For all North American nations, you will need a valid passport with available blank pages. You should also have proof of accommodation and funds to support your trip plus a return or onward flight.

  • What direct flights are there to North America from Australia?

    You will find plenty of direct flights to North America from Australia’s major airports – Melbourne and Sydney – landing at US hubs like Honolulu (HNL), Los Angeles, Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and Houston (IAH). Direct flights are generally offered by Qantas, Delta, American Airlines and Virgin Atlantic. If you plan on visiting Mexico, Canada or other states in the US, you’ll generally have to transit through at least one airport along the way. However, Air Canada does offer some direct flights from Australia to Vancouver.

  • Which airlines offer quicker routes from Australia to North America?

    You’ll generally find shorter flight times with American, Australian and Canadian airlines like Qantas, Air Canada and American Airlines. However, you’ll also find plenty of fast and efficient single-stop itineraries with carriers like Fiji Airways. For example, a flight from Sydney to Los Angeles with Fiji Airways would come with just one quick stop at Nadi Airport (NAN).  

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Australia to North America?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Australia to North America.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Australia to North America?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Australia to North America is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Australia to North America?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Australia to North America with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Australia to North America?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Australia to North America up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to North America

  • Looking for cheap airfare to North America? 25% of our users found return tickets to North America for the following prices or less: From Melbourne $3,199, from Brisbane $3,532, from Sydney $4,348
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest North America flight deals.
  • If you’re planning on exploring the redwood forests of California, the bohemian vibes of Portland, Oregon, and the stunning Olympic Ranges of Washington state, you’ll usually find better flight deals from Australia by entering and exiting via major west coast hubs like Los Angeles (LAX) and San Francisco (SFO).
  • Those hoping to explore as much of Canada as possible may wish to consider flying into Toronto (YYZ) and out of Vancouver (YVR) to secure better deals. How you explore the middle is up to you.
  • If you're heading to Disneyworld, Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the recommended airport to fly to from Australia. This is close to Disneyworld, and you'll generally find good flight deals from Sydney (SYD), Melbourne (MEL) and Brisbane (BNE).
  • Australians wishing to visit Mexico can find good deals and fast flight times by heading to major hubs like Mexico City (MEX) and Cancun (CUN). Cancun is ideal for the Caribbean Coast, while Mexico City is ideal for exploring the country’s central, southern and western states.
  • Mexico City now has two airports receiving flights from Australia. Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is generally more convenient as it lies within the city limits. Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) is outside Mexico City in the State of Mexico.
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Top 5 airlines flying to North America

Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Australia to North America? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Fiji AirwaysOverall score based on 188 reviews
8.1Comfort
7.5Food
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
7.5Entertainment
Airline reviews

See previous comments. Didn’t take this flight because my other flight was so delayed. Ending up on two other flights as a result and was more than a day late.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Dec 2024NAN - CHC
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See previous comments. Didn’t take this flight because my other flight was so delayed. Ending up on two other flights as a result and was more than a day late.

6 hour delay and they didnt try to make up any time during an over 10 hour flight

Very good; seat made ready for bed after meal, a plus since one airline covered the seat at the start.

Entertainment was not good. Seems like liquor should’ve been advertised only beer and wine was even though I saw others getting liquor didn’t realize I could. And the food to me could’ve been a little bit.

Food choices perhaps not the best. Only offered beer and wine, when it appeared other liquor was available. Entertainment wasn’t so good.

They charged me over a $1000 dollars to bring two surfboard bags as check baggage. Inappropriate and I would avoid flying sgain

The experience on Fiji Airways was absolutely amazing. Streamlined. All staff was amazing. Pleasant. Friendly. Extremely helpful.

Business class Seats on the A350 from Nan to YVR were wonderful. The flight crew was okay but could do with better training. Toilets were clean but ran out of paper towels towards the end of the flight. The food/menu and the wine offered really needs considerable improvement. Dinner options were either Bolani, a beef sandwich (even this could be made much better), or paneer butter masala. Unfortunately, if you are not a fan of Fijian food, there isn’t much choice. Dessert was either turmeric ice cream or fruits but unfortunately, they were out of fruit! So the only option was turmeric ice cream. I’m not certain how many passengers like turmeric but I am not one of them. They need to cater to a more diverse group of people. Perhaps they need a new chef? The movies& tv shows were mostly older so I didn’t find that interesting either. It was however, fun to view the plane’s exterior cameras as we take off and land. The best thing about this flight are the business class seats.

Comfortable as one can get in Economy, food was very good, staff were super friendly & efficient.

Really liked the plane and business class seat. Food was ok but could be better. Service was very good.

Their aircraft are old and amenities lack way behind other international carriers leaving from BNE. Even in economy

Airport and crew experience was excellent. We had to queue for the runway - no one’s fault, but it did mean we were 30 minutes late leaving

Overall good experience with flight and airport wheelchair staff. Also got Indian food in the flights

Friendly staff, surprisingly good premium economy seats allowing good sleep/ snooze opportunity and very good menu.

Very good as always, stand out airline. The passengers whom choose to stuff baggage that otherwise should be checked-in is a real bother but that's not the airlines doing. A real frustration that passengers just don't want to check-in luggage. This is a pet hate unfortunately.

It’s a two prop flight so I had problems with my ears on re- entering ! But otherwise fine

I love flying with Qantas. There was no onscreen entertaining on this flight, and only a snack provided (not a meal) but still better than Jetstar or Virgin (in my opinion) so still happy.

Wheelchair assistance to move through the terminals and to/from the plane door was excellent. No vegan snack on the flight, only something with salami and cheese in it.

The old Plane had not been cleaned properly in a long time.

Planes was old - business class seats looked like they were installed in the 80s

Gluten free options less explicit on business class, but great service

Very good… seems the virgin staff particularly in the lounge and in flight exceeded expectations.

I liked everything about the experience but would have liked some free snacks!

Crew was great but flight was delayed almost three hours due to a technical issue and we had to go back to the terminal and wait for another one.

Being told why we delayed three hours and not even given an apology by someone. Not a word. Not my airline of choice ever.

Checked Baggage line up was long but moved quickly, rest of the process, boarding, crew was excellent

Virgin has always provided a smooth and comfortable flight. This one was no different. Seats are comfortable. Staff are great. This is my favourite airline.

Virgin changed the flight to an Alliance flight. Smaller plane, tea coffee and water the only refreshments available and not sure what happened to the extra money I paid to sit in a selected seat with extra leg room. This is obviously a regular switch as it happened on our flight there and back. Do not recommend.

Late boarding, late departure due to weather and slow boarding, packed 5+hour flight, only 2 toilets for main cabin, tight leg room, no free food except tea, coffee, and water, arrived 75 minutes late.

Cramped, crowded flight, with no complimentary food except coffee, tea, or water.

Great. Food going from Australia to the US was better than other way around, but still needs improvement in terms of quality and quantity!!!

Plane 3 hours late. Missed connection. No help from gate staff. App horrible. Lost connection repeatedly. No service desk. Finally got help from young girl driving cart.

Flight attendant gave incorrect information and no immigration/customs forms!

My flight was delayed. They boarded us, then no sooner were we on the plane, they made us get off again and wait another 45 minutes before doing it all over again.

Checkin was painful and slow! Lady didn’t seem to know what was going on and couldn’t explain the delay. Seemed ahe couldnt see the computer scree and we couldn’t hear her talk through her mask.

Late out of the gate, late to takeoff. No screens on plane. Uncomfortable window seat.

The senior flight attendants were amazing. Totally different vibe from other carriers. Easy 10 hour flight in Business Class. Great food. Good humor as well.

Boarding in Paris was a nightmare for us. Why passengers have to get checked luggage tickets and then to go to counter to get luggage weight and send to the conveyor? We counted 14 security and airline checks before getting in the plane. We will never again use United or travel to France, neither stop by IAD airport.

Being stick waiting for gate at ORD cause me to almost miss my connecting flight…being deaf United made no no effort to keep me updated as I couldn’t hear the PA

The ground crew in Houston were not friendly. The security staff were very rude and reflected an attitude of superiority with rude remarks.

Poor planning meant the plane was delayed an hour, then a thunder storm started and the ground staff couldn't work. Eventual arrival in Santiago was 3 hours late resulting in missed connections and the need to buy new tickets.

Previous flight from Melbourne to Brisbane was late. I had 1 hr 40 min to get to the connecting flight. That was not enough time as I had to take a shuttle bus to change terminal. Then needed to get through security and customs. The airline was announcing my name to board at 9:10. The take off time was scheduled for 9:40 but I was again one of the last to board at about 9:20. Kayak needs to allow more time for these connections

Almost missed boarding, mass line up made me be the last person. Wish the announcement was more loud, didn’t hear what seats or zones were ready. Being last also made finding space for my roller bag. Fortunately the flight attendants made it work!

Facilities and staff were great, but the company let us down. Just four hours into the flight, they ran out of ALL snacks. Perhaps this was the first time they ever did this run and had no idea afar might be needed? Or maybe they didn't know how many passengers would be abourd? Or did they just not care? (Oh, and the meals were very sub-par. One was so bad that I didn't finish it. )

Service is pretty good. Sandwiches have to be purchased but I’ve bought my own food. Seat was comfortable and various movies to chose from.

Good service was quite limited but that is due to short flight.

Terrible experience. Flight was delayed then canceled. They had no clue how to rebook us. Had to wait in line to take to a gate agent for 2 hours. Absolutely terrible from start to finish.

On time, comfort, service. No breakfast available as per menu, the chicken wrap I got instead was poor and poorly presented (in Saran wrap, as if made at home by the pilot)

Very good once you’re in the system. The kiosk never works for passports

Full compliments to Captain for all four landing. Crew could be more polite and nice.

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