Can I find cheaper flights to Australia if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Australia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Australia?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Solomon Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Australia.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Australia?

Brisbane is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Australia. One-way flights to Brisbane typically cost $69, while return flights cost around $144.

How much is a return flight to Australia?

A return flight to Australia will typically cost around $144, however they can be found for as little as $144.

Where does the fastest flight to Australia depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Australia, Queenstown Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 15 minutes).

Does Sydney Kingsford Smith have rental cars?

Yes. Those touching down at Sydney Kingsford Smith can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Yes. Sydney Kingsford Smith has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel is the closest property to Sydney Kingsford Smith (0.0 km away from Sydney Kingsford Smith).

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How long is the flight to Australia?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Australia takes 10 hours 42 minutes. Flights to Australia from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Australia

The most flights from Auckland to Australia are scheduled on a Friday (87 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (62 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Australia?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Australia are Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Australia?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Australia are Solomon Airlines, LATAM Airlines and Jetstar.

Rainfall in Australia by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 mm per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Australia by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Australia?

The price you pay for your flight to Australia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 59 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Australia?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Australia should consider flying on Sunday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Tuesday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Australia?

The most popular places in Australia to fly to are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Coolangatta and Perth.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

See what other customers who have flown with China Airlines,Emirates, andAir New Zealand to Australia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

China Airlines

8.3

Very Good

847 reviews

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8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SYD - TPE

The leg space was not enough other then that the crew were lovely.

China Airlines

8.3

Very Good

847 reviews

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847 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SYD - TPE

The leg space was not enough other then that the crew were lovely.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,662 reviews

China Airlines

8.3

Very Good

847 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SYD - TPE

The leg space was not enough other then that the crew were lovely.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

669 reviews

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8.3

Very Good

847 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SYD - TPE

The leg space was not enough other then that the crew were lovely.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,102 reviews

China Airlines

8.3

Very Good

847 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SYD - TPE

The leg space was not enough other then that the crew were lovely.

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

568 reviews

China Airlines

8.3

Very Good

847 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SYD - TPE

The leg space was not enough other then that the crew were lovely.

FAQs about flying to Australia

Can I find cheaper flights to Australia if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Australia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Australia?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Solomon Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Australia.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Australia?
Brisbane is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Australia. One-way flights to Brisbane typically cost $69, while return flights cost around $144.
How much is a return flight to Australia?
A return flight to Australia will typically cost around $144, however they can be found for as little as $144.
Where does the fastest flight to Australia depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Australia, Queenstown Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 15 minutes).
Does Sydney Kingsford Smith have rental cars?
Yes. Those touching down at Sydney Kingsford Smith can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Sydney Kingsford Smith?
Yes. Sydney Kingsford Smith has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel is the closest property to Sydney Kingsford Smith (0.0 km away from Sydney Kingsford Smith).

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How long is the flight to Australia?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Australia takes 10 hours 42 minutes. Flights to Australia from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Australia

The most flights from Auckland to Australia are scheduled on a Friday (87 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (62 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Australia?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Australia are Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Australia?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Australia are Solomon Airlines, LATAM Airlines and Jetstar.

Rainfall in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 mm per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

When is the best time to book a flight to Australia?

The price you pay for your flight to Australia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 59 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Australia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Australia. Price data was last updated on 19 September 2026.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Australia should consider flying on Sunday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Tuesday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Australia?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Australia in the last few years. This data was updated on 21 September 2026.

The most popular places in Australia to fly to are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Coolangatta and Perth.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

See what other customers who have flown with China Airlines,Emirates, andAir New Zealand to Australia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Australia

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What is the best airline to fly to Australia?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Australia?

How much is a return flight to Australia?

Where does the fastest flight to Australia depart from?

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