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

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the lowest average return price of $1,618.

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 53% 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 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.

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 10m and 22h 15m, respectively.

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.

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

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.

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

$1,494Air 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

$1,499Air Canada

Sun, 30 Aug - Sun, 13 Sep

18:05 - 07:20

EWR

SYD

23h 15m

1 stop

09:20 - 19:00

SYD

EWR

23h 40m

2 stops

$1,502Air Canada

Sun, 30 Aug - Sun, 13 Sep

08:55 - 19:45

JFK

SYD

42h 50m

1 stop

21:40 - 06:55

SYD

JFK

25h 15m

1 stop

$1,641Alaska Airlines

Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

15:38 - 07:00

LGA

SYD

25h 22m

2 stops

09:30 - 19:04

SYD

LGA

23h 34m

2 stops

$1,644United Airlines

Wed, 29 Jul - Mon, 3 Aug

13:30 - 19:10

JFK

SYD

39h 40m

1 stop

12:45 - 22:55

SYD

JFK

25h 10m

1 stop

$1,644ANA

Sun, 27 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct

14:28 - 06:55

LGA

SYD

26h 27m

2 stops

10:20 - 18:45

SYD

LGA

22h 25m

2 stops

$1,645United Airlines

Wed, 29 Jul - Tue, 11 Aug

18:30 - 06:55

JFK

SYD

22h 25m

1 stop

12:00 - 21:00

SYD

JFK

23h 00m

1 stop

$1,646Qantas Airways

Wed, 5 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

19:20 - 08:20

JFK

SYD

23h 00m

1 stop

12:00 - 21:00

SYD

JFK

23h 00m

1 stop

$1,648Qantas Airways

Mon, 17 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug

00:50 - 20:15

JFK

SYD

27h 25m

1 stop

12:25 - 10:30

SYD

JFK

38h 05m

1 stop

$1,651ANA

Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

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Qantas Airways flights from New York to Sydney

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Qantas Airways

23 Aug

EWR17:29Newark

23h 26m

1 stop

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

7 Sept

SYD12:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 21m

1 stop

EWR19:21Newark

$1,585

Qantas Airways

23 Aug

EWR17:29Newark

23h 26m

1 stop

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

31 Aug

SYD12:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 21m

1 stop

EWR19:21Newark

$1,599

Qantas Airways

5 Aug

EWR17:29Newark

23h 26m

1 stop

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

17 Aug

SYD12:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 03m

1 stop

EWR23:03Newark

$1,601

American Airlines flights from New York to Sydney

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American Airlines

24 Aug

EWR17:29Newark

23h 26m

1 stop

SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

2 Sept

SYD12:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 03m

1 stop

EWR23:03Newark

$1,634

American Airlines

11 Aug

EWR12:21Newark

28h 44m

2 stops

SYD07:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

24 Aug

SYD12:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 21m

1 stop

EWR19:21Newark

$1,639

American Airlines

25 Aug

EWR14:20Newark

27h 10m

2 stops

SYD07:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

1 Sept

SYD12:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 59m

2 stops

EWR23:59Newark

$1,641

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Sun 30/8

18:05-07:20

1 stop23h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 13/9

09:20-16:33

1 stop21h 13m

$1,494

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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

$1,499

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Sun 30/8

18:05-07:20

1 stop23h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 13/9

09:20-19:00

2 stops23h 40m

$1,502

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JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 24/11

08:55-19:45

1 stop42h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/12

21:40-06:55

1 stop25h 15m

$1,641

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 29/7

15:38-07:00

2 stops25h 22m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/8

09:30-19:04

2 stops23h 34m

$1,644

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 27/9

13:30-19:10

1 stop39h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/10

12:45-22:55

1 stop25h 10m

$1,644

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 29/7

14:28-06:55

2 stops26h 27m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/8

10:20-18:45

2 stops22h 25m

$1,645

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/8

18:30-06:55

1 stop22h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/8

12:00-21:00

1 stop23h 00m

$1,646

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 17/8

19:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/8

12:00-21:00

1 stop23h 00m

$1,648

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/11

00:50-20:15

1 stop27h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/11

12:25-10:30

1 stop38h 05m

$1,651

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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 $1,583 to $2,088.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,494.

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 $1,626. 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 $1,672.

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 $1,881 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 $1,638 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 60% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include United Airlines with 20% and Air Canada with 19%.

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Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,328	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,371 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,409	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,024 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,631	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,067 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 $2,014, with the best Qantas Airways deals starting from $1,631 round-trip. 1,067 users have rated Qantas Airways on momondo, with an average score of 7.5/10.

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