Visit Australia
Fares from Los Angeles or San Francisco from $348* Each Way Based on Round Trip
Sydney Opera House

An optional stopover in Auckland is included at no extra charge.

With the US dollar its strongest in years against the Australian dollar, a down under getaway remains a much better value than a European vacation. We'll help you save money on your airfare now, and when you're traveling, you'll save heaps due to the favorable exchange rate!

This fare sale is valid for varying departure dates depending on departure/arrival city.
Offer ends Wednesday, 15 July 2009.

Book your flights today! Seats are limited.

* Taxes, fees and restrictions apply.

Prices listed below include the fare plus fuel and insurance charges. Following these links, the next prices displayed will be the Total Price (each way) which also includes the government-imposed taxes and fees (which can reach up to $150-$200, depending on routing selected).


US Gateway Departures

US Gateway Destination City
Valid for travel departing between
Each Way*
based on round trip travel
Round trip*
Percentage Saving**
Book without stopover Book with stopover
Los Angeles
(LAX)
Sydney
2 Aug - 21 Sep 09
$348
$696
Up to 50%
Melbourne
2 Aug - 21 Sep 09
$348
$696
Up to 55%
Brisbane
2 Aug - 21 Sep 09
$357
$714
Up to 50%
San Francisco
Sydney
2 Aug - 21 Sep 09
$348
$696
Up to 50%
Melbourne
2 Aug - 21 Sep 09
$348
$696
Up to 55%
Brisbane
2 Aug - 21 Sep 09
$357
$714
Up to 50%
New York
(JFK)
QF108/QF107 only
Sydney
2 Aug - 21 Sep 09
$428
$856
Up to 50%
Melbourne
2 Aug - 21 Sep 09
$428
$856
Up to 55%
Brisbane
2 Aug - 21 Sep 09
$437
$874
Up to 50%

* Prices include fuel surcharges of $160 from the US. US and foreign taxes, fees, including September 11th Security Fee, are up to an additional $150 to $200 depending upon itinerary.

** Percentage discount based on comparison to Qantas year-round published fare SLXRT from Los Angeles, San Francisco and New York (JFK) to Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne.

Booking Tip: For the best fare availability, select the "flexible with dates" option when starting your search. Fares displayed in your search results will be "each way" including all taxes & fees.



Why choose Qantas when flying to Australia~:

The A380 is being progressively introduced on selected flights between Los Angeles and Melbourne/Sydney but these great fares are available on both our A380 and B747 services from our US gateways.

> Tour the new Qantas A380

> View Qantas A380 Implementation Schedule


US Domestic Flights

If you are travelling from other US cities, we have negotiated special rates with American Airlines from select cities to get you to Los Angeles or San Francisco. Call Qantas reservations on 1 800 227 4341^ for further assistance if your departure city is not listed.

To Los Angeles or San Francisco Add-on Prices To Los Angeles or San Francisco Add-on Prices
San Diego, Las Vegas + $50 round trip New York (JFK)
Valid QF108/107 only
+ $160 round trip
Portland (OR), Seattle + $180 round trip Newark + $260 round trip
Austin, Denver, Dallas Fort Worth + $210 round trip Boston, Miami, Orlando + $320 round trip
Chicago, St. Louis + $240 round trip Washington DC + $360 round trip


After you book your airfare at qantas.com, take advantage of hotel and attraction offers from Qantas Vacations.

Contact Qantas Vacations on 1 866 459 4159 to speak with a specialist now for this amazing hotel offer that will ensure a memorable Australia experience!



If you'd like to contact Qantas Airways reservations, call 1 800 227 4341.^



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Information is correct as of 3 July 2009 and subject to change without notice.
All prices are quoted in US dollars.
Qantas flights operating on B747 or A380 equipment or a combination thereof depending on itinerary chosen.
A380 schedule subject to change and last minute change of aircraft.
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~ Available on our B747 and A330 aircraft, subject to last minute schedule change.
^$15 service fee applies when booking through Qantas reservations.
It is the passenger's responsibility to ensure all visa requirements are complied with.
Note: The US Department of Homeland Security and the US Department of State have suspended special international in-transit programs.

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