How long does it take to fly to Sydney?

Flight times from New York to Sydney vary, but if you’re flying out of Newark and flying into Sydney (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 22h 35m on average. Another popular route from New York to Sydney is flying from New York to Sydney, which will take roughly 25h. 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?

Delta is the most popular carrier 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.

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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 £752 to £1,402. The lowest price recently found on this route was £729.

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12:47 - 07:30

EWR

SYD

27h 43m2 stops

17:50 - 05:27

SYD

EWR

25h 37m2 stops

£729American Airlines

Thu, 2 Apr - Fri, 10 Apr

18:30 - 07:00

EWR

SYD

22h 30m1 stop

09:30 - 16:44

SYD

EWR

21h 14m1 stop

£732United Airlines

Mon, 6 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr

14:45 - 06:55

EWR

SYD

26h 10m1 stop

09:30 - 16:16

SYD

EWR

20h 46m1 stop

£737United Airlines

Mon, 1 Jun - Sun, 5 Jul

15:20 - 08:30

LGA

SYD

25h 10m2 stops

10:40 - 21:43

SYD

LGA

27h 03m2 stops

£740Delta

Fri, 27 Feb - Sun, 8 Mar

09:43 - 07:35

EWR

SYD

30h 52m2 stops

09:15 - 00:04

SYD

EWR

28h 49m2 stops

£741Delta

Thu, 2 Apr - Sat, 11 Apr

15:30 - 07:00

LGA

SYD

25h 30m2 stops

10:20 - 19:13

SYD

LGA

22h 53m2 stops

£741United Airlines

Sun, 31 May - Tue, 30 Jun

20:18 - 07:00

LGA

SYD

42h 42m1 stop

11:50 - 20:51

SYD

LGA

24h 01m1 stop

£743United Airlines

Mon, 2 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar

20:49 - 07:00

EWR

SYD

42h 11m1 stop

11:50 - 18:10

SYD

EWR

21h 20m1 stop

£743United Airlines

Sat, 28 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar

18:00 - 08:20

EWR

SYD

23h 20m1 stop

09:20 - 16:29

SYD

EWR

21h 09m1 stop

£756Air Canada

Thu, 2 Apr - Fri, 10 Apr

06:30 - 08:20

EWR

SYD

34h 50m3 stops

07:00 - 16:29

SYD

EWR

23h 29m2 stops

£758Air Canada

Thu, 2 Apr - Fri, 10 Apr

Delta flights from New York to Sydney

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Delta

27 Feb

LGA15:20New York LaGuardia

25h 10m

2 stops

SYD08:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

8 Mar

SYD10:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 03m

2 stops

LGA21:43New York LaGuardia

£740

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Delta

2 Apr

EWR09:43Newark

30h 52m

2 stops

SYD07:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

11 Apr

SYD09:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 49m

2 stops

EWR00:04Newark

£741

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Delta

22 Jan

LGA15:20New York LaGuardia

25h 10m

2 stops

SYD08:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

29 Jan

SYD14:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 26m

2 stops

LGA22:41New York LaGuardia

£788

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United Airlines flights from New York to Sydney

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United Airlines

6 Apr

EWR18:30Newark

22h 30m

1 stop

SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

22 Apr

SYD09:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 14m

1 stop

EWR16:44Newark

£732

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United Airlines

1 Jun

EWR14:45Newark

26h 10m

1 stop

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

5 Jul

SYD09:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

20h 46m

1 stop

EWR16:16Newark

£737

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United Airlines

31 May

LGA15:30New York LaGuardia

25h 30m

2 stops

SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

30 Jun

SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 53m

2 stops

LGA19:13New York LaGuardia

£741

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EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Thu 2/4

12:47-07:30

2 stops27h 43m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/4

17:50-05:27

2 stops25h 37m

£729

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Mon 6/4

18:30-07:00

1 stop22h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

09:30-16:44

1 stop21h 14m

£732

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Mon 1/6

14:45-06:55

1 stop26h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/7

09:30-16:16

1 stop20h 46m

£737

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Fri 27/2

15:20-08:30

2 stops25h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/3

10:40-21:43

2 stops27h 03m

£740

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Thu 2/4

09:43-07:35

2 stops30h 52m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/4

09:15-00:04

2 stops28h 49m

£741

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Sun 31/5

15:30-07:00

2 stops25h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 30/6

10:20-19:13

2 stops22h 53m

£741

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/3

20:18-07:00

1 stop42h 42m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/3

11:50-20:51

1 stop24h 01m

£743

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Sat 28/2

20:49-07:00

1 stop42h 11m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/3

11:50-18:10

1 stop21h 20m

£743

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Thu 2/4

18:00-08:20

1 stop23h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/4

09:20-16:29

1 stop21h 09m

£756

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Thu 2/4

06:30-08:20

3 stops34h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/4

07:00-16:29

2 stops23h 29m

£758

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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, February 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 £748. If you don’t want to visit Sydney in February, then you should wait until March to fly from New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £888.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 £1,045 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 £891 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Sydney flight.

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

As of December 2025, prices for New York to Sydney flights are approximately 41% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	22h 35m
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The fastest flight from New York to Sydney takes 22h 35m

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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 22h 35m.
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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