California to Australia Flight Duration

Find flight duration times from California to Australia, compare live flight prices and book your tickets.

What is the flight duration from California to Australia?
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Average flight time is 15 hours 57 minutes

The fastest flight time from California to Australia is 15 hours 57 minutes

California to Australia flight duration breakdown

Average flight duration 15 hours 57 minutes
Shortest flight duration Not available
Longest flight duration Not available
The average flight time from California to Australia is 15 hours 57 minutes. However, the duration of flights can differ depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air. This means individual flight times can be quicker, but on occasion, they can also be longer.

The distance from California to Australia is 8,133 miles / 13,089 km

California airports

There are a number of airports nearby that fly to Australia: Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT), San Jose International Airport (SJC), Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), Oakland International Airport (OAK) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO).

Australia airports

There are a number of airports nearby that fly to California: Alice Springs Airport (ASP), Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ), Broken Hill Airport (BHQ), Adelaide Airport (ADL), Broome International Airport (BME), Darwin International Airport (DRW) and Townsville Airport (TSV).

We found some additional routes that may be of interest to you: and California to Sydney.

California & Australia local times and timezones

California
PST -08:00
ACST +9:30
Australia
California, United States is 17 hours behind of Australia, Australia

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California to Australia FAQs

How long does it take to fly from California to Australia?

On average, the flight time from California to Australia is 15 hours 57 minutes. But remember, flight times can vary slightly depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air.

This means that your flight from California to Australia could be longer or shorter than the average flight time.
What is the distance between California and Australia?

The distance between California and Australia is 8,133 miles or 13,089 km.
What is the shortest flight duration from California to Australia?

The shortest flight time from California to Australia is 15 hours 57 minutes. However, flight times can vary depending on weather conditions, air congestion and flight path, so this time is never guaranteed.
Can I fly from California to Australia?

The average flight time from California to Australia is 15 hours 57 minutes. Check ticket prices and review carrier requirements carefully before booking your trip.
What is the timezone difference between California and Australia?

The time zone difference between California and Australia is -17 hours.