What is the cheapest airline that flies from United Kingdom to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Etihad Airways, China Eastern, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from United Kingdom to Sydney Kingsford Smith

How long does it take to fly to Sydney?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United Kingdom, such as London or Manchester, and flying into Sydney, then you can expect flight times to average 22h 22m and 22h 30m, respectively.

How many flights depart from United Kingdom to Sydney on average per day?

As of April 2026, there are 3 flights per day flying from United Kingdom to Sydney. The most common time of day flights depart is 22:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

Which airlines fly to Sydney?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and China Southern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sydney from United Kingdom according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Sydney. Keep in mind that there are 16 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 United Kingdom to Sydney on average per week?

21 flights are operational weekly from United Kingdom to Sydney as of April 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United Kingdom to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Prices for flights from United Kingdom to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from United Kingdom to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

As of April 2026, there are 16 operators available to choose from for flights from United Kingdom to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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10:05 - 17:30

LGW

SYD

22h 25m

1 stop

20:10 - 12:35

SYD

LGW

25h 25m

1 stop

$1,434Emirates

Mon, 7 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

22:10 - 19:25

LHR

SYD

36h 15m

1 stop

22:10 - 18:05

SYD

LHR

29h 55m

2 stops

$1,444China Southern

Tue, 8 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

18:00 - 10:00

LGW

SYD

30h 00m

1 stop

21:30 - 14:00

SYD

LGW

27h 30m

1 stop

$1,446China Eastern

Mon, 19 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

21:20 - 09:00

LHR

SYD

49h 40m

2 stops

12:00 - 17:30

SYD

LHR

40h 30m

1 stop

$1,460China Eastern

Mon, 19 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

21:45 - 18:25

LHR

SYD

35h 40m

1 stop

20:45 - 19:20

SYD

LHR

33h 35m

1 stop

$1,467Air India

Thu, 27 Aug - Thu, 4 Feb

14:00 - 18:25

LHR

SYD

43h 25m

1 stop

21:00 - 11:30

SYD

LHR

24h 30m

1 stop

$1,488Air India

Thu, 17 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

09:20 - 16:50

MAN

SYD

22h 30m

1 stop

21:30 - 13:00

SYD

MAN

24h 30m

1 stop

$1,682Etihad Airways

Sun, 7 Jun - Mon, 6 Jul

20:45 - 16:50

MAN

SYD

35h 05m

1 stop

21:30 - 13:00

SYD

MAN

24h 30m

1 stop

$1,714Etihad Airways

Sun, 7 Jun - Mon, 6 Jul

07:55 - 17:30

EDI

SYD

24h 35m

1 stop

20:45 - 15:05

SYD

EDI

27h 20m

1 stop

$1,867Qatar Airways

Thu, 21 May - Thu, 28 May

07:55 - 17:30

EDI

SYD

24h 35m

1 stop

20:45 - 15:05

SYD

EDI

27h 20m

1 stop

$1,889Qatar Airways

Thu, 21 May - Thu, 28 May

China Southern flights from United Kingdom to Sydney

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China Southern

8 Sept

LHR22:10London Heathrow

36h 15m

1 stop

SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

18 Oct

SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 55m

2 stops

LHR18:05London Heathrow

$1,444

China Southern

13 June

LGW21:30London Gatwick

36h 55m

2 stops

SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

30 June

SYD21:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 45m

1 stop

LGW14:30London Gatwick

$1,475

China Southern

13 June

LGW21:30London Gatwick

36h 55m

2 stops

SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

30 June

SYD21:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 45m

1 stop

LGW14:30London Gatwick

$1,492

China Eastern flights from United Kingdom to Sydney

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China Eastern

19 Oct

LGW18:00London Gatwick

30h 00m

1 stop

SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

25 Oct

SYD21:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 30m

1 stop

LGW14:00London Gatwick

$1,446

China Eastern

19 Oct

LHR21:20London Heathrow

49h 40m

2 stops

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

28 Oct

SYD12:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

40h 30m

1 stop

LHR17:30London Heathrow

$1,460

China Eastern

19 Oct

LHR21:20London Heathrow

49h 40m

2 stops

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

28 Oct

SYD12:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

40h 30m

1 stop

LHR17:30London Heathrow

$1,462

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10:05-17:30

1 stop22h 25m

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20:10-12:35

1 stop25h 25m

$1,434

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LHR - SYD

LHRSYD

London Heathrow

Tue 8/9

22:10-19:25

1 stop36h 15m

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Sun 18/10

22:10-18:05

2 stops29h 55m

$1,444

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Mon 19/10

18:00-10:00

1 stop30h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/10

21:30-14:00

1 stop27h 30m

$1,446

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LHRSYD

London Heathrow

Mon 19/10

21:20-09:00

2 stops49h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

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12:00-17:30

1 stop40h 30m

$1,460

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LHR - SYD

LHRSYD

London Heathrow

Thu 27/8

21:45-18:25

1 stop35h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/2

20:45-19:20

1 stop33h 35m

$1,467

LondonSydney

LHR - SYD

LHRSYD

London Heathrow

Thu 17/9

14:00-18:25

1 stop43h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/10

21:00-11:30

1 stop24h 30m

$1,488

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Manchester

Sun 7/6

09:20-16:50

1 stop22h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/7

21:30-13:00

1 stop24h 30m

$1,682

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MANSYD

Manchester

Sun 7/6

20:45-16:50

1 stop35h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/7

21:30-13:00

1 stop24h 30m

$1,714

EdinburghSydney

EDI - SYD

EDISYD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 21/5

07:55-17:30

1 stop24h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

20:45-15:05

1 stop27h 20m

$1,867

EdinburghSydney

EDI - SYD

EDISYD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 21/5

07:55-17:30

1 stop24h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

20:45-15:05

1 stop27h 20m

$1,889

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from United Kingdom, with most prices found around $1,492. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of May, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,553.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sydney?

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Sydney. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $2,172. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $3,325.

What is the cheapest United Kingdom to Sydney Kingsford Smith flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from the United Kingdom to Sydney?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around $1,901 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 United Kingdom for as low as $1,780 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on United Kingdom to Sydney flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on United Kingdom to Sydney flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	21h 25m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Sydney	1 airport

The fastest flight from United Kingdom to Sydney takes 21h 25m

Direct flights go from United Kingdom to Sydney every day.

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from the United Kingdom to Sydney

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United Kingdom to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from United Kingdom to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from United Kingdom to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
As of April 2026, there are 16 operators available to choose from for flights from United Kingdom to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from United Kingdom to Sydney?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from United Kingdom to Sydney is Airbus A380-800, representing 94.65% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 777-300ER at 3.70%, Airbus A380 at 0.82%, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 0.82%.

Best airlines flying from United Kingdom to Sydney

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China Eastern	PriceFrom $999	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 208 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,101	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 148 reviews	Search Air China flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $1,177	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 149 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,334	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,967 reviews	Search Air India flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,407	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $1,408	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 305 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,412	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,325 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,440	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,434 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $1,451	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 818 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,457	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,295 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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