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Cheap flights to Sydney from $116

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Flights to Sydney in 2024

Find the latest flights to Sydney in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 120,477 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$522

Return from

$336

One-way from

$116
High demand for flights, 17% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From Auckland Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith
One-way flight from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)

Cheap flights to Sydney in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Sydney in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 120,477 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
These are some of the cheapest-priced fares users can find on flights departing to Sydney in April and May 2024. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Fri 24/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Sat 25/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$336
Fri 24/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Mon 27/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$365
Fri 17/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Wed 22/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$380
Thu 16/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Wed 22/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$383
Fri 24/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Sun 26/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$385
Wed 8/507:30AKL - SYD
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$393
Sat 11/507:30AKL - SYD
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$405
Thu 16/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Mon 20/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$408
Fri 24/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Tue 28/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$422

Sydney 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Sydney in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 120,477 searches and data were last updated on 27 April 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing to Sydney in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 24/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Sat 25/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$336
Fri 24/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Mon 27/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$365
Fri 17/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Wed 22/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$380
Thu 16/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Wed 22/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$383
Fri 24/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Sun 26/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$385
Wed 8/507:30AKL - SYD
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$393
Sat 11/507:30AKL - SYD
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$405
Mon 9/906:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Fri 13/918:30SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$407
Thu 16/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Mon 20/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$408

Flights to Sydney departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Sydney, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 120,477 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Browse through available last-minute flights travelling to Sydney. Make sure to double check the price, time, and destination to confirm all are correct.
Mon 6/507:30AKL - SYD
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$425
Fri 3/507:30AKL - SYD
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/518:30SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$447
Fri 3/507:30AKL - SYD
Nonstop4h 00mLATAM Airlines
Sun 5/511:35SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 26/4$474
Wed 1/507:00AKL - SYD
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/511:35SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$524
Thu 2/507:30AKL - SYD
Nonstop4h 05mLATAM Airlines
Sun 5/511:35SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 26/4$554
Wed 1/507:00AKL - SYD
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/511:35SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$561
Wed 1/507:30AKL - SYD
Nonstop4h 05mLATAM Airlines
Sat 4/511:35SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/4$580
Wed 1/507:30AKL - SYD
Nonstop4h 05mLATAM Airlines
Sun 5/511:35SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/4$591
Fri 3/507:00AKL - SYD
1 stop9h 15mJetstar
Fri 17/518:30SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$612

One-way flights to Sydney

Explore one-way flight options to Sydney for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 120,477 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights departing to Sydney in the near future. Users seeking round-trip flights to Sydney should update the search form at the top of the page accordingly.
Tue 21/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$116
Fri 24/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$129
Wed 12/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$131
Thu 13/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$134
Thu 16/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$141
Sun 30/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$150
Tue 28/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$151
Tue 11/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$153
Mon 24/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$155

Direct flights to Sydney

Fri 24/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Sat 25/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$336
Fri 24/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Mon 27/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$365
Fri 17/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Wed 22/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$380
Thu 16/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Wed 22/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$383
Fri 24/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Sun 26/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$385
Wed 8/507:30AKL - SYD
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$393
Sat 11/507:30AKL - SYD
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$405
Mon 9/906:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Fri 13/918:30SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$407
Thu 16/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Mon 20/509:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$408

Average price of flights to Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Sydney is currently $140 while a return flight costs $397. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Sydney (average of $229). Flying to Sydney in April will prove the most costly (average of $309). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$440

February

$501

March

$480

April

$519

May

$454

June

$417

July

$391

August

$391

September

$391

October

$396

November

$385

December

$459

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.

Temperature and rainfall in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SYD

Temperature

11 - 22 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, 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 Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.

With its warm summers and not-too-cold winters you can book a flight to Sydney all year round and take advantage of what the city offers for each season. Summers are the busiest time but can be extremely hot, humid and rainy. Autumn, excepting March which is the rainiest month, and spring are a pleasant times to look for cheap flights to Sydney with clear, warm days and mild nights.

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Sydney should consider flying on Friday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Sydney. Reviews last updated 27 April 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Jetstar and LATAM Airlines to Sydney have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.7
Very Good
77 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.7

Food

7.9

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.7
Very Good
77 reviews
8.7
Very Good
77 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.7

Food

7.9

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
8.7
Very Good
77 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.7

Food

7.9

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.1
Very Good
4,067 reviews
8.7
Very Good
77 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.7

Food

7.9

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
8.7
Very Good
77 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.7

Food

7.9

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

7.7
Good
1,001 reviews
8.7
Very Good
77 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.7

Food

7.9

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

What is good to know if travelling to Sydney?

  • There are plenty of vantage points from which to enjoy Sydney’s stunning vistas. For the adventurous, a Harbour Bridge Climb tour takes you across catwalks and ladders to the top of the main arch for 360-degree views. At the northeast end of the Royal Botanic Gardens, there are panoramic views from Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, a ledge carved out of sandstone for the former governor’s wife to enjoy the views. Or you can take the 40-second ride up the high-speed double-decker lifts to the observation deck of the Centrepoint Tower, 260 metres above ground level.
  • Taronga Zoo, opened in 1916, is located in a spectacular elevated waterfront setting overlooking the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Cove and the Opera House. The zoo, which boasts Australia’s finest collection of native animals as well as exotic species, is a 12-minute ferry ride from the CBD. The Sky Safari cable car can whisk you from the zoo wharf up to the zoo entrance.
  • The Rocks, Sydney’s oldest preserved colonial area, is where the first English settlers landed in 1788. Its modern makeover has transformed the area into a thriving shopping and entertainment precinct, with many galleries, museums, lively pubs, as well as the popular weekend arts and crafts market.
  •  Another sight on the settlement trail is Fort Denison, where early convicts were confined and punished. A fort was built on the site to protect Sydney Harbour in the 19th century. Now part of Sydney Harbour National Park, you can take a guided tour and have lunch in the café. 
  • Sydney’s impressive Aquarium has the largest collection of Australian marine life. You can also see the sharks being fed on the Shark Explorer glass-bottomed boat.
  • From Circular Quay, take the 30-minute ferry ride to Manly, a popular seaside resort since 1880. Apart from the beaches, Manly is a great place for heritage walks, galleries and museums and weekend markets. Manly hosts many eclectic festivals, and has buzzing pubs and restaurants.
  • Bondi beach is an Australian institution, but other popular Sydney beaches include Coogee, Manly, Balmoral and the glamorous Tamarama and Palm Beach.
  • Catch a moonlight flick with the Sydney skyline, Opera House and Harbour Bridge as a backdrop at the St George Open Air Cinema, adjacent to the botanic gardens (near Mrs Macquarie’s Chair). Screenings start at dusk and there are superb views from the café and bar.
  • 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.

  • What does SYD mean?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is SYD. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 7.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Sydney. On average, Sydney Kingsford Smith has 74 flights from Auckland per day from 8 airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Sydney 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 Sydney on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Sydney?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Sydney.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Sydney?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Sydney. One-way flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport typically cost $42, while return flights cost around $121.

  • How much is a return flight to Sydney?

    A return flight to Sydney will typically cost around $93, however they can be found for as little as $72.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Sydney depart from?

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

  • Does Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport have rental cars?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    Yes. Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Aerotel Sydney (Arrivals B, International Terminal 1) is the closest property to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (0.0 km away from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport).

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