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Route Reference

Los Angeles to Sydney

LAX
Los Angeles
SYD
Sydney
Distance12,061 km / 7,494 miles
Estimated Flight Time≈ 14.2 hours nonstop
Origin Time ZoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Destination Time ZoneAustralia/Sydney

Airlines Based in United States or Australia

These carriers are headquartered in one of the two countries on this route — check directly for current route-specific availability:

How This Route Appears in a GDS PNR

A segment on this route typically looks like this in a raw PNR:

2  BA 287 Y 15JUL 2*LAXSYD HK1  800A  2000P

The six-letter pair LAXSYD tells you the flight departs Los Angeles and arrives in Sydney.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Los Angeles from Sydney?

Los Angeles (LAX) is approximately 12,061 km (7,494 miles) from Sydney (SYD).

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Sydney?

A nonstop flight from LAX to SYD takes roughly 14.2 hours, based on typical long-haul cruise speed. Actual time varies by aircraft, routing, and wind.

What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Sydney?

Los Angeles is on America/Los_Angeles and Sydney is on Australia/Sydney — check both before planning connections or calling clients.

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