Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to Sydney?

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the lowest average return price of $1,629.

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

How long does it take to fly to Sydney?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in New York, such as New York or Newark, and flying into Sydney, then you can expect flight times to average 22h 28m and 22h 35m, respectively.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to Sydney?

Flights connecting via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 22h 35m.

How many flights depart from New York to Sydney on average per week?

As of July 2026, there are 14 flights per week flying from New York to Sydney. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between New York and Sydney?

Los Angeles (LAX) was the most common stop: 40% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which airlines fly to Sydney?

Qantas Airways, Air Canada and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sydney from New York according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 56% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Sydney. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Sydney on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from New York to Sydney on average per day?

As of July 2026, there are 2 flights per day flying from New York to Sydney. The most common time of day flights depart is 19:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to Sydney?

Los Angeles (LAX) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 32m.

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 are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

As of July 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

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 offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify 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 travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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18:05 - 07:20

EWR

SYD

23h 15m

1 stop

09:20 - 16:33

SYD

EWR

21h 13m

1 stop

$1,210Air Canada

Sun, 30 Aug - Sun, 13 Sep

07:35 - 07:20

EWR

SYD

33h 45m

2 stops

09:20 - 16:33

SYD

EWR

21h 13m

1 stop

$1,261Air Canada

Sun, 30 Aug - Sun, 13 Sep

18:05 - 07:20

EWR

SYD

23h 15m

1 stop

09:20 - 16:33

SYD

EWR

21h 13m

1 stop

$1,498Air Canada

Sun, 30 Aug - Sun, 13 Sep

18:05 - 09:00

EWR

SYD

22h 55m

1 stop

14:05 - 19:29

SYD

EWR

21h 24m

1 stop

$1,607Qantas Airways

Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

17:26 - 06:55

EWR

SYD

23h 29m

1 stop

12:00 - 19:15

SYD

EWR

21h 15m

1 stop

$1,610Qantas Airways

Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep

17:29 - 06:55

EWR

SYD

23h 26m

1 stop

12:00 - 19:15

SYD

EWR

21h 15m

1 stop

$1,610Qantas Airways

Sun, 6 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

18:15 - 09:05

EWR

SYD

22h 50m

1 stop

11:50 - 16:38

SYD

EWR

20h 48m

1 stop

$1,629United Airlines

Wed, 18 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

18:15 - 09:05

EWR

SYD

22h 50m

1 stop

11:50 - 16:38

SYD

EWR

20h 48m

1 stop

$1,629United Airlines

Mon, 16 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

18:59 - 06:55

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SYD

21h 56m

1 stop

12:00 - 18:29

SYD

LGA

20h 29m

1 stop

$1,646American Airlines

Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

18:01 - 06:55

LGA

SYD

22h 54m

1 stop

12:00 - 18:29

SYD

LGA

20h 29m

1 stop

$1,648American Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

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Qantas Airways flights from New York to Sydney

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Qantas Airways

9 Nov

EWR18:05Newark

22h 55m

1 stop

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

16 Nov

SYD14:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 24m

1 stop

EWR19:29Newark

$1,607

Qantas Airways

23 Aug

EWR18:17Newark

22h 48m

1 stop

SYD07:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

30 Aug

SYD12:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 21m

1 stop

EWR19:21Newark

$1,625

Qantas Airways

12 Aug

EWR14:20Newark

27h 10m

2 stops

SYD07:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

19 Aug

SYD12:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 03m

1 stop

EWR23:03Newark

$1,663

ANA flights from New York to Sydney

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ANA

30 Aug

EWR14:50Newark

28h 35m

2 stops

SYD09:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

15 Sept

SYD11:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

40h 05m

2 stops

EWR13:50Newark

$1,619

ANA

29 Aug

JFK02:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

41h 25m

1 stop

SYD09:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

13 Sept

SYD11:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

37h 15m

1 stop

JFK11:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,650

ANA

25 Aug

JFK02:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 10m

1 stop

SYD19:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

2 Sept

SYD11:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 10m

1 stop

JFK22:55New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,658

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18:05-07:20

1 stop23h 15m

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Sun 13/9

09:20-16:33

1 stop21h 13m

$1,210

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EWRSYD

Newark

Sun 30/8

07:35-07:20

2 stops33h 45m

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Sun 13/9

09:20-16:33

1 stop21h 13m

$1,261

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Sun 30/8

18:05-07:20

1 stop23h 15m

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Sun 13/9

09:20-16:33

1 stop21h 13m

$1,498

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EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Mon 9/11

18:05-09:00

1 stop22h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/11

14:05-19:29

1 stop21h 24m

$1,607

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EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Mon 14/9

17:26-06:55

1 stop23h 29m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 28/9

12:00-19:15

1 stop21h 15m

$1,610

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Sun 6/9

17:29-06:55

1 stop23h 26m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 29/9

12:00-19:15

1 stop21h 15m

$1,610

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Wed 18/11

18:15-09:05

1 stop22h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/11

11:50-16:38

1 stop20h 48m

$1,629

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Mon 16/11

18:15-09:05

1 stop22h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/11

11:50-16:38

1 stop20h 48m

$1,629

Fastest return journey

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/9

18:59-06:55

1 stop21h 56m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/9

12:00-18:29

1 stop20h 29m

$1,646

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 9/9

18:01-06:55

1 stop22h 54m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 16/9

12:00-18:29

1 stop20h 29m

$1,648

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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 $1,646 to $2,010.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,210.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from New York, with most prices found around $1,635. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of February, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,682.

What is the cheapest New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith flight route?

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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 $1,896 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 $1,659 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Sydney flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York to Sydney flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Sydney flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% 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 July 2026, prices for New York to Sydney flights are approximately 25% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Sydney

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to Sydney according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	21h 56m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Sydney	1 airport

The fastest flight from New York to Sydney takes 21h 56m

Direct flights go from New York to Sydney every day.

There is 1 airport in Sydney. From New York there are direct flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from New York to Sydney

How far is New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?
There are 15980.0 km between New York and Sydney Kingsford Smith. By plane, this route typically takes 21h 56m.
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 are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
As of July 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
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 offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify 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 travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to Sydney?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York and Sydney, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, making up 100.00% of the total bookings.
What is the most popular airline from New York to Sydney?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York and Sydney, the leading airline is Qantas Airways, making up 62% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Air Canada with 20% and United Airlines with 18%.

Best airlines flying from New York to Sydney

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,337	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,407 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,419	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,046 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,642	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,073 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

Qantas Airways Flights From New York to Sydney
Across 7 Qantas Airways flights from New York to Sydney this week, the average price was $2,028, with the best Qantas Airways deals starting from $1,642 round-trip. 1,073 users have rated Qantas Airways on momondo, with an average score of 7.5/10.

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