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

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

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

As of June 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.

How long does it take to fly to Sydney?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United Kingdom, such as Birmingham or London, and flying into Sydney, then you can expect flight times to average 22h 30m and 22h 37m, respectively.

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 June 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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.

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 June 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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17:10 - 19:25

LGW

SYD

41h 15m

1 stop

10:05 - 19:40

SYD

LGW

42h 35m

1 stop

$1,443China Southern

Wed, 1 Jul - Sun, 19 Jul

21:30 - 20:20

LHR

SYD

35h 50m

2 stops

22:10 - 17:55

SYD

LHR

30h 45m

2 stops

$1,443China Southern

Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov

11:35 - 09:00

LGW

SYD

36h 25m

1 stop

11:00 - 15:00

SYD

LGW

37h 00m

1 stop

$1,454China Eastern

Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

11:35 - 09:00

LGW

SYD

36h 25m

1 stop

11:00 - 06:40

SYD

LGW

28h 40m

1 stop

$1,455China Eastern

Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep

21:05 - 06:05

STN

SYD

24h 00m

1 stop

20:10 - 12:55

SYD

STN

25h 45m

1 stop

$1,465Emirates

Sun, 6 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

14:55 - 22:05

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SYD

22h 10m

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20:10 - 12:55

SYD

STN

25h 45m

1 stop

$1,493Emirates

Fri, 11 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

20:45 - 16:50

MAN

SYD

35h 05m

1 stop

21:30 - 06:55

SYD

MAN

42h 25m

1 stop

$1,819Etihad Airways

Sat, 27 Jun - Sat, 8 Aug

08:10 - 06:10

BHX

SYD

37h 00m

1 stop

14:50 - 13:40

SYD

BHX

31h 50m

1 stop

$1,830Qatar Airways

Tue, 16 Jun - Tue, 28 Jul

13:40 - 17:55

MAN

SYD

41h 15m

1 stop

21:30 - 17:55

SYD

MAN

31h 25m

1 stop

$1,831Etihad Airways

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

14:55 - 06:10

MAN

SYD

30h 15m

1 stop

14:50 - 06:20

SYD

MAN

24h 30m

1 stop

$1,869Qatar Airways

Wed, 1 Jul - Wed, 8 Jul

Lufthansa flights from United Kingdom to Sydney

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Lufthansa

27 Aug

BHX17:55Birmingham

31h 25m

2 stops

SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

26 Oct

SYD15:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 20m

2 stops

BHX12:35Birmingham

$1,726

Lufthansa

27 Aug

BHX17:55Birmingham

31h 25m

2 stops

SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

26 Oct

SYD15:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 20m

2 stops

BHX12:35Birmingham

$1,731

Lufthansa

27 Aug

BHX17:55Birmingham

31h 25m

2 stops

SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

26 Oct

SYD15:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 20m

2 stops

BHX12:35Birmingham

$1,732

SWISS flights from United Kingdom to Sydney

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SWISS

2 Nov

BHX08:55Birmingham

35h 20m

2 stops

SYD07:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

18 Nov

SYD15:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

37h 45m

2 stops

BHX18:00Birmingham

$1,859

SWISS

2 Sept

LCY18:00London City

27h 10m

2 stops

SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

14 Oct

SYD15:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 35m

2 stops

LCY08:40London City

$1,914

SWISS

10 June

LCY18:00London City

27h 10m

2 stops

SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

8 July

SYD14:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 35m

2 stops

LCY08:40London City

$2,513

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17:10-19:25

1 stop41h 15m

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Sun 19/7

10:05-19:40

1 stop42h 35m

$1,443

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LHR - SYD

LHRSYD

London Heathrow

Tue 10/11

21:30-20:20

2 stops35h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/11

22:10-17:55

2 stops30h 45m

$1,443

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Tue 1/9

11:35-09:00

1 stop36h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/9

11:00-15:00

1 stop37h 00m

$1,454

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LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Tue 1/9

11:35-09:00

1 stop36h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/9

11:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

$1,455

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STN - SYD

STNSYD

London Stansted

Sun 6/9

21:05-06:05

1 stop24h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 23/9

20:10-12:55

1 stop25h 45m

$1,465

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London Stansted

Fri 11/9

14:55-22:05

1 stop22h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 21/9

20:10-12:55

1 stop25h 45m

$1,493

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MAN - SYD

MANSYD

Manchester

Sat 27/6

20:45-16:50

1 stop35h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/8

21:30-06:55

1 stop42h 25m

$1,819

BirminghamSydney

BHX - SYD

BHXSYD

Birmingham

Tue 16/6

08:10-06:10

1 stop37h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/7

14:50-13:40

1 stop31h 50m

$1,830

ManchesterSydney

MAN - SYD

MANSYD

Manchester

Tue 3/11

13:40-17:55

1 stop41h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/11

21:30-17:55

1 stop31h 25m

$1,831

ManchesterSydney

MAN - SYD

MANSYD

Manchester

Wed 1/7

14:55-06:10

1 stop30h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/7

14:50-06:20

1 stop24h 30m

$1,869

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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 $1,686. 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 $1,724.

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 $2,170. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $3,322.

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 $1,923 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 $1,817 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 June 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 68.03% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A380 at 26.23%, Boeing 777-300ER at 4.10%, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 1.64%.

Best airlines flying from United Kingdom to Sydney

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China Eastern	PriceFrom $998	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 222 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,100	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 154 reviews	Search Air China flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $1,185	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 153 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,333	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,960 reviews	Search Air India flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,406	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,411	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,408 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $1,449	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 828 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,452	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,444 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,456	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,357 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $1,494	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 310 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights

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