How long does it take to fly to Sydney?

Flight times from New York to Sydney vary, but if you’re flying out of New York and flying into Sydney (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 25h 51m on average. Another popular route from New York to Sydney is flying from Newark to Sydney, which will take roughly 32h 10m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

United Airlines and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Prices for flights from New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport were last updated today.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

£496 Cheap Flights from New York to Sydney in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Sydney?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £985 to £762. The lowest price recently found on this route was £794.

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16:00 - 07:20

LGA

SYD

25h 20m

2 stops

09:20 - 08:01

SYD

LGA

36h 41m

2 stops

£794Air Canada

Sun, 24 May - Sun, 7 Jun

16:00 - 07:20

LGA

SYD

25h 20m

2 stops

09:20 - 08:01

SYD

LGA

36h 41m

2 stops

£812Air Canada

Tue, 9 Jun - Tue, 16 Jun

14:30 - 07:20

LGA

SYD

26h 50m

2 stops

09:20 - 19:00

SYD

LGA

23h 40m

2 stops

£829Air Canada

Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun

09:15 - 07:00

EWR

SYD

31h 45m

1 stop

10:20 - 08:22

SYD

EWR

36h 02m

1 stop

£845United Airlines

Sun, 26 Jul - Tue, 4 Aug

17:30 - 07:00

EWR

SYD

23h 30m

1 stop

10:20 - 16:53

SYD

EWR

20h 33m

1 stop

£847United Airlines

Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun

16:59 - 07:00

LGA

SYD

48h 01m

2 stops

09:30 - 19:04

SYD

LGA

23h 34m

2 stops

£849United Airlines

Sat, 23 May - Wed, 27 May

14:15 - 07:00

EWR

SYD

26h 45m

1 stop

09:30 - 19:45

SYD

EWR

24h 15m

1 stop

£851United Airlines

Wed, 27 May - Wed, 10 Jun

18:45 - 07:00

EWR

SYD

22h 15m

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09:30 - 18:53

SYD

EWR

23h 23m

1 stop

£852United Airlines

Wed, 5 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

14:59 - 06:50

LGA

SYD

25h 51m

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09:15 - 19:01

SYD

LGA

23h 46m

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£889Delta

Sun, 24 May - Sat, 6 Jun

15:00 - 06:50

LGA

SYD

25h 50m

2 stops

09:15 - 20:30

SYD

LGA

25h 15m

2 stops

£924Delta

Thu, 30 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug

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Air Canada

24 May

LGA16:00New York LaGuardia

25h 20m

2 stops

SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

7 Jun

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 41m

2 stops

LGA08:01New York LaGuardia

£794

Air Canada

9 Jun

LGA16:00New York LaGuardia

25h 20m

2 stops

SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

16 Jun

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 41m

2 stops

LGA08:01New York LaGuardia

£812

Air Canada

2 Jun

LGA14:30New York LaGuardia

26h 50m

2 stops

SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

9 Jun

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 40m

2 stops

LGA19:00New York LaGuardia

£829

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United Airlines

26 Jul

EWR09:15Newark

31h 45m

1 stop

SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

4 Aug

SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 02m

1 stop

EWR08:22Newark

£845

United Airlines

2 Jun

EWR17:30Newark

23h 30m

1 stop

SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

9 Jun

SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

20h 33m

1 stop

EWR16:53Newark

£847

United Airlines

23 May

LGA16:59New York LaGuardia

48h 01m

2 stops

SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

27 May

SYD09:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 34m

2 stops

LGA19:04New York LaGuardia

£849

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£829

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£847

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New York LaGuardia

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16:59-07:00

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09:30-19:04

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£849

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Newark

Wed 27/5

14:15-07:00

1 stop26h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/6

09:30-19:45

1 stop24h 15m

£851

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EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Wed 5/8

18:45-07:00

1 stop22h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/8

09:30-18:53

1 stop23h 23m

£852

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LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Sun 24/5

14:59-06:50

2 stops25h 51m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/6

09:15-19:01

2 stops23h 46m

£889

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Thu 30/7

15:00-06:50

2 stops25h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/8

09:15-20:30

2 stops25h 15m

£924

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Sydney?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Sydney. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £89. If you don’t want to visit Sydney in September, then you should wait until January to fly from New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £90.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around £997 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from New York for as low as £867 on momondo.

How have New York to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of May 2026, prices for New York to Sydney flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?
There are 9929.5 mi between New York and Sydney Kingsford Smith. By plane, this route typically takes 25h 51m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to Sydney?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from New York to Sydney is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 100.00% of all bookings.

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