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Cheap flights from New York to Sydney from $741

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SYD
26 Jan — 2 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in February or March, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Sydney (SYD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,528

One-way from

$747

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,562
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 8/2-21/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 13m total
  • New York to Sydney
4/2
  • 4/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 34m total
  • New York to Sydney
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($552 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($122 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from New York to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2025.

Sun 2/210:05JFK - SYD
3 stops55h 30mAir Canada
Thu 13/211:20SYD - JFK
2 stops27h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 21/1$1,530
Fri 7/219:35LGA - SYD
2 stops46h 00mAir Canada
Wed 19/211:20SYD - LGA
2 stops24h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 20/1$1,538
Sat 8/213:55EWR - SYD
2 stops27h 40mAir Canada
Fri 21/211:20SYD - EWR
1 stop21h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 20/1$1,539
Sat 8/206:55EWR - SYD
3 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/214:00SYD - EWR
3 stops35h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,562
Sat 8/206:37LGA - SYD
3 stops37h 53mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/214:00SYD - LGA
3 stops34h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,571
Mon 5/502:00JFK - SYD
1 stop41h 25mANA
Tue 13/511:50SYD - JFK
1 stop25h 05mANA
Deal found 20/1$1,581
Sun 9/306:00LGA - SYD
1 stop34h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 15/311:50SYD - LGA
1 stop26h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,598
Sun 9/317:29EWR - SYD
1 stop22h 31mUnited Airlines
Sat 15/311:20SYD - EWR
1 stop20h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,598
Thu 1/506:00LGA - SYD
2 stops47h 15mANA
Mon 19/511:50SYD - LGA
2 stops46h 25mANA
Deal found 20/1$1,605
Sat 8/214:00LGA - SYD
1 stop25h 00mLufthansa
Fri 21/211:50SYD - LGA
1 stop23h 09mLufthansa
Deal found 20/1$1,632
Sun 9/315:55JFK - SYD
1 stop23h 10mDelta
Sat 15/310:05SYD - JFK
1 stop26h 11mDelta
Deal found 20/1$1,650
Thu 6/207:10JFK - SYD
1 stop31h 40mKLM
Mon 10/214:15SYD - JFK
1 stop22h 10mKLM
Deal found 20/1$1,674

Find flights from New York to Sydney within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to Sydney that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 January 2025.

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New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/2

10:05-09:35

3 stops55h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/2

11:20-22:38

2 stops27h 18m

$1,530

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Fri 7/2

19:35-09:35

2 stops46h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/2

11:20-19:42

2 stops24h 22m

$1,538

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Sat 8/2

13:55-09:35

2 stops27h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/2

11:20-16:51

1 stop21h 31m

$1,539

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Sat 8/2

06:55-12:30

3 stops37h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/2

14:00-09:08

3 stops35h 08m

$1,562

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Sat 8/2

06:37-12:30

3 stops37h 53m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/2

14:00-08:04

3 stops34h 04m

$1,571

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/5

02:00-09:25

1 stop41h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/5

11:50-22:55

1 stop25h 05m

$1,581

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Sun 9/3

17:15-09:15

2 stops25h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/3

11:50-18:48

1 stop21h 58m

$1,598

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Sun 9/3

17:29-07:00

1 stop22h 31m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/3

11:20-16:59

1 stop20h 39m

$1,598

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Thu 1/5

06:00-19:15

2 stops47h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 19/5

11:50-20:15

2 stops46h 25m

$1,605

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Sat 8/2

14:00-07:00

1 stop25h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/2

11:50-18:59

1 stop23h 09m

$1,632

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Travel insights for flights from New York to Sydney

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New York to Sydney including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Sydney, you should look to book at least 59 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Sydney?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from New York to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 January 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to Sydney in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New York to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Sydney flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Sydney. Reviews last updated 21 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines from New York to Sydney to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.5
Very Good
1,039 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.4
Very Good
852 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.3
Very Good
1,449 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney from New York?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 7.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New York to Sydney. 4 airlines have flights to Kingsford Smith from New York on a regular basis. Booking flights from New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from New York per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Sydney round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New York to Sydney is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,528 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Lufthansa, starting at $1,618 and $1,640 round-trip. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Sydney one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,022 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $1,056 and Air Canada from $1,077 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Sydney?

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Sydney?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Sydney by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Sydney?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from New York to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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