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Cheap Flights to Sydney
| Most popular in | December | High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise |
| Cheapest in | June | Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop |
| Average price | $429 | Price for this month |
| Cheapest price | $266 | From Auckland to Sydney |
Cheapest prices for Sydney flights by month
January
$559
February
$414
March
$441
April
$561
May
$408
June
$405
July
$425
August
$428
September
$490
October
$501
November
$437
December
$606
Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Sydney is June. The most expensive month for flights is December. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.
When is the best time to fly to Sydney?
Choose a month below to see average flight price and weather conditions.
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Peak Season:
There are lots of reasons to take cheap flights to Sydney at any time of year but summer is peak tourist season when Sydney’s beach culture comes into its own. Iconic stretches such as Bondi, Manly, Coogee, Bronte and Cronulla, are just some of the beachside suburbs to visit; there are more than 30 beaches within half an hour of the city. For nightlife, the lively buzz of Darling Harbour attracts people of all ages, and the balmy evenings make for pleasant wining and dining. Sydney has a temperate and sunny climate and temperatures generally reach the high 20s, though it can reach the high 30s. Adequate sun protection is a must, especially at the beach. Sydney has lots of summer festivals, carnivals and competitions which can bump up the prices of flight tickets. One of the most popular is the Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras in February/March, one of Sydney’s biggest international events. New Year’s Eve is also a huge crowd-puller, book your flights to Sydney and accommodation well in advance if you plan on visiting at this time. Other busy periods include: October school holidays, Christmas holidays and Easter holidays.
Off Season:
Sydney cools off in winter (June to August) but temperatures rarely drop below 7C. This can be an ideal time to visit with less tourists and cheap flights to Sydney up for grabs. Take a jacket and umbrella to ward off any rain showers.
When is the best time to book flights to Sydney?
The price you pay for your flight to Sydney may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 60 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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Which day is cheapest to fly to Sydney?
At the moment, Thursday is the most economical day to take a flight to Sydney. Sunday is likely to be the most costly.
What time of day is cheapest to fly?
Flights in the morning are typically the cheapest time of the day to fly to Sydney. Flights at midday are usually the most expensive.
How long is the flight to Sydney?
Flights from Auckland to Sydney – 3 hrs 35 mins
Flights from Wellington to Sydney – 3 hrs 40 mins
Flights from Christchurch to Sydney – 3 hrs 30 mins
Flights from Dunedin to Sydney – 6 hrs 35 mins
Which airlines operate flights to Sydney?
Air New Zealand, Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin Australia are the airlines that operate the most regular flights to Sydney from New Zealand. You could also check out Emirates, China Airlines, Etihad and China Southern.
How to get from the airport to the city centre?
Sydney International Airport (SYD) is located 8km south of the city centre. Rail stations are located in the international and domestic terminals. Trains run every ten minutes and take 13 minutes to the centre, from where connections can be made for all suburban services. Each terminal has its own taxi rank and supervisors at peak times ensure a smooth flow for arriving passengers. There’s a $2 airport surcharge for taking a taxi from any of the airport taxi ranks. Public bus 400 runs between the airport and Bondi Junction. Private shuttle buses run to and from the airport and must be pre-booked; hotel buses are also available.