Which airlines fly to Sydney?

Emirates, Etihad Airways, Cathay Pacific and British Airways are the most popular airlines that fly from United Kingdom to Sydney on a routine basis, according to our data. You should be able to find flights to Sydney with these airlines and other airlines flying from United Kingdom.

China Airlines Flights to Sydney

China Airlines will jet to Sydney around 66 times in an average week. Where you fly from will dictate what kind of deals you can get for China Airlines, but prices as low as £754 have been found from London Heathrow to Sydney. China Airlines has scored 8.3/10 in momondo user reviews.

Japan Airlines Flights to Sydney

Another popular choice for flights to Sydney is Japan Airlines (8.3/10, 1,624 reviews). Most Japan Airlines flights landing in Sydney will be arriving from Auckland Intl, but there are 14 Japan Airlines flights to Sydney from all departure points globally so prices can vary significantly. The best Japan Airlines deal found on momondo this week was £926 (London Heathrow to Sydney, round-trip).

How long does it take to fly to Sydney?

Flight times from United Kingdom to Sydney vary, but if you’re flying out of London Heathrow and flying into Sydney Kingsford Smith (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 23h 20m on average. Another popular route from United Kingdom to Sydney is flying from Manchester to Sydney Kingsford Smith, which will take roughly 22h 30m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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20:15 - 15:30NCL-SYD

56h 15m2 stops

20:40 - 08:35SYD-NCL

46h 55m2 stops

£670Multiple Airlines

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mån, 9 mar - sön, 15 mar

09:40 - 09:25NCL-SYD

36h 45m2 stops

11:25 - 08:35SYD-NCL

56h 10m2 stops

£672Multiple Airlines

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mån, 9 mar - sön, 15 mar

17:30 - 08:25GLA-SYD

29h 55m2 stops

21:45 - 08:35SYD-GLA

43h 50m2 stops

£679Multiple Airlines

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mån, 4 maj - mån, 25 maj

20:55 - 17:55LHR-SYD

34h 00m1 stop

21:45 - 12:05SYD-LHR

25h 20m1 stop

£752Etihad Airways

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sön, 8 feb - fre, 20 mar

10:25 - 20:50MAN-SYD

23h 25m1 stop

15:15 - 07:55SYD-MAN

27h 40m1 stop

£975Cathay Pacific

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mån, 8 dec - mån, 19 jan

10:25 - 08:00MAN-SYD

34h 35m2 stops

08:45 - 07:55SYD-MAN

34h 10m1 stop

£976Cathay Pacific

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ons, 3 dec - mån, 5 jan

08:50 - 18:50MAN-SYD

23h 00m1 stop

21:40 - 16:30SYD-MAN

29h 50m2 stops

£977British Airways

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ons, 25 feb - tis, 10 mar

21:30 - 18:50MAN-SYD

34h 20m1 stop

21:40 - 16:20SYD-MAN

29h 40m2 stops

£979British Airways

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tis, 24 feb - ons, 11 mar

21:30 - 06:50MAN-SYD

22h 20m1 stop

15:50 - 13:10SYD-MAN

31h 20m1 stop

£980Qatar Airways

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fre, 27 feb - sön, 29 mar

15:10 - 06:15EDI-SYD

30h 05m1 stop

20:45 - 13:40SYD-EDI

25h 55m1 stop

£1,022Qatar Airways

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fre, 1 maj - lör, 9 maj

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Newcastle upon TyneSydney

NCL - SYD

NCLSYD

Newcastle upon Tyne

mån 9/3

20:15-15:30

2 stops56h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

sön 15/3

20:40-08:35

2 stops46h 55m

£670

Newcastle upon TyneSydney

NCL - SYD

NCLSYD

Newcastle upon Tyne

mån 9/3

09:40-09:25

2 stops36h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

sön 15/3

11:25-08:35

2 stops56h 10m

£672

GlasgowSydney

GLA - SYD

GLASYD

Glasgow Intl

mån 4/5

17:30-08:25

2 stops29h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mån 25/5

21:45-08:35

2 stops43h 50m

£679

LondonSydney

LHR - SYD

LHRSYD

London Heathrow

sön 8/2

20:55-17:55

1 stop34h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

fre 20/3

21:45-12:05

1 stop25h 20m

£752

ManchesterSydney

MAN - SYD

MANSYD

Manchester

mån 8/12

10:25-20:50

1 stop23h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mån 19/1

15:15-07:55

1 stop27h 40m

£975

ManchesterSydney

MAN - SYD

MANSYD

Manchester

ons 3/12

10:25-08:00

2 stops34h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mån 5/1

08:45-07:55

1 stop34h 10m

£976

ManchesterSydney

MAN - SYD

MANSYD

Manchester

ons 25/2

08:50-18:50

1 stop23h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

tis 10/3

21:40-16:30

2 stops29h 50m

£977

ManchesterSydney

MAN - SYD

MANSYD

Manchester

tis 24/2

21:30-18:50

1 stop34h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

ons 11/3

21:40-16:20

2 stops29h 40m

£979

ManchesterSydney

MAN - SYD

MANSYD

Manchester

fre 27/2

21:30-06:50

1 stop22h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

sön 29/3

15:50-13:10

1 stop31h 20m

£980

EdinburghSydney

EDI - SYD

EDISYD

Edinburgh Turnhouse

fre 1/5

15:10-06:15

1 stop30h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lör 9/5

20:45-13:40

1 stop25h 55m

£1,022

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from United Kingdom to Sydney. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £806. If you don’t want to visit Sydney in May, then you should wait until June to fly from United Kingdom, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £861.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Sydney?

In the past two weeks, users have booked deals to Sydney for £42/person, which is 78% cheaper than the average flight to Sydney. To find the cheapest price to Sydney from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sydney is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as £1,164. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from United Kingdom because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £1,344.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Sydney is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from United Kingdom to Sydney in the afternoon for as low as £936. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Sydney, so prices are often more expensive at around £1,238 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 £1,019 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 £849 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SYDNEY FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	May	21% cheaper	Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Sydney costs on average just £814 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SYDNEY FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	December	31% more expensive	It costs about £1,337 for flights to Sydney from London Heathrow Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SYDNEY FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	December	430% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Sydney from London Heathrow Airport in December than any other month

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Summary info about Sydney flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	£401
Best Round-Trip Price	£670
Fastest flight time	22h 05m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Sydney from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £401 (Edinburgh Turnhouse to Sydney Kingsford Smith).

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The best round-trip flight price to Sydney from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £670 (Newcastle upon Tyne to Sydney Kingsford Smith).

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The fastest flight to Sydney from United Kingdom takes 22h 05m (London Heathrow to Sydney Kingsford Smith).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Sydney, with a 10% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Sydney

What is there to do in Sydney when it’s raining?

Users planning a flight to Sydney during the months of March or June should anticipate rain. There are still things to do in Sydney even when it's raining, though. For those looking to get out of the rain and do a little shopping, check out Westfield Shopping Centre.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Sydney?

The ideal time to book your flight to Sydney is 84 days in advance, when prices tend to average £990. Keep in mind that you might also find cheap flights to Sydney outside of this time window. In fact, momondo users recently found flights from United Kingdom to Sydney for £911.

Is there an alternative airport near Sydney?

Newcastle Williamtown Airport or Bathurst Raglan Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Sydney.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Sydney?

The cheapest airport near Sydney is typically Newcastle Williamtown Airport, with an average price of £191/person. These prices vary based on where travellers are coming from. It is suggested that travellers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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

Prices for flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

There are 44 operators available for flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly 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 layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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