12,060 km · ~15h westbound
Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD)
One of the longest scheduled flights. Qantas runs the A380 with Business Suite + First; United operates 787-9; Delta operates A350-900 with Delta One Suite.
Last updated 2026-05-01
Key facts
- Origin
- Los Angeles (LAX)
- Destination
- Sydney (SYD)
- Distance
- 12,060 km
- Flight time
- ~15h westbound
- Airlines
- Qantas, United Airlines, Delta
- Aircraft types
- Airbus A380, Boeing 787-9, Airbus A350-900
- Last updated
- 2026-05-01
Aircraft typically flying this route
Qantas — Airbus A380
Share: Most QF · Cabin: Business Suite + First
United Airlines — Boeing 787-9
Share: Daily UA · Cabin: Polaris
Delta — Airbus A350-900
Share: Daily DL · Cabin: Delta One Suite
Best business class on this route
Qantas A380 First if you can book it; otherwise Delta One Suite.
Common flight numbers
Frequently asked questions
What plane flies from LAX to SYD?
The Los Angeles–Sydney route is operated on Airbus A380, Boeing 787-9, Airbus A350-900 by Qantas, United Airlines, Delta.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Sydney?
Los Angeles to Sydney is 12,060 km and takes approximately ~15h westbound.
Which airlines fly LAX to SYD?
Qantas, United Airlines, Delta operate scheduled flights from Los Angeles to Sydney.
What is the best business class from LAX to SYD?
Qantas A380 First if you can book it; otherwise Delta One Suite.