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Cheap flights from Auckland to Sydney from $220

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 17/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SYD
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in March or February, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Sydney (SYD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$449

One-way from

$220

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$570

Good round-trip deal

$650 or less

Good one-way deal

$258 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/11-16/11
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 55m total
  • Auckland to Sydney
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 18/10
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Auckland to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($90 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Auckland Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Auckland Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Mon 27/1006:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 2/1105:20SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 16/9$449
Mon 10/1106:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 16/1106:20SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$469
Sun 5/1008:30AKL - SYD
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/1006:20SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9$488
Sat 4/1008:30AKL - SYD
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1105:20SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$493
Fri 17/1006:15AKL - SYD
1 stop17h 50mJetstar
Sun 2/1105:20SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$495
Fri 10/1012:40AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Tue 14/1006:20SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$500
Tue 11/1112:45AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mJetstar
Sun 16/1106:20SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$501

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Sydney that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Sydney that are best for you.

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Auckland

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Sydney

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Departure

Return

Price

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Fri 10/10

12:40-14:30

Nonstop3h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/10

06:20-11:25

Nonstop3h 05m

$500

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Wed 15/10

08:30-10:35

Nonstop4h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 2/11

05:20-10:30

Nonstop3h 10m

$510

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Sat 18/10

06:15-08:05

Nonstop3h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/11

19:15-00:30

Nonstop3h 15m

$537

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Mon 27/10

06:45-17:40

1 stop12h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 2/11

05:20-10:30

Nonstop3h 10m

$600

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Tue 25/11

12:45-14:25

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/12

09:00-14:10

Nonstop3h 10m

$602

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Wed 8/10

06:15-08:05

Nonstop3h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/10

09:05-14:10

Nonstop3h 05m

$602

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Thu 16/10

07:00-15:30

1 stop10h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/10

06:20-11:30

Nonstop3h 10m

$614

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Wed 22/10

06:15-08:05

Nonstop3h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/10

06:15-15:15

1 stop7h 00m

$637

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Tue 16/12

15:50-17:30

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 9/1

06:20-11:30

Nonstop3h 10m

$646

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Mon 24/11

06:15-08:00

Nonstop3h 45m

$226

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Sydney

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sydney from Auckland with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to Sydney

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Auckland to Sydney may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Sydney?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Sydney (average of $268). Flying from Auckland to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $357). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Auckland to Sydney in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 57% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Auckland to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 7 September 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Sydney flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Auckland to Sydney?

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 16 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Auckland to Sydney, such as Air New Zealand, LATAM Airlines, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,847 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
165 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Auckland to Sydney Travel Guide

Sydney really works for its reputation as the liveliest city in Australia. There’s loads going on, from nonstop nightlife and sports games to out-there restaurants and heaving bars. It’s easy to navigate, too. The best bits line up along the waterfront, including the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
But despite the big city vibes, the wilderness is never far away. Wild parks and clifftop paths decorate the local coastline, which dips and dives around bays and peninsulas.

Sydney turns things up to 11. Locals and tourists alike power their way around the city, snapping up waterfront sights like the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Or they head to Bondi Beach, surfboards underarm. A snooze is in order at this point – Sydney is usually around 4°C warmer than Auckland, after all. And come evening, firework shows and big-name gigs light up the city.

As a bonus, a cheap flight from Auckland to Sydney won’t break the bank, so you can get on with saving your dollar for exploring one of the biggest cities in Australia.

Check out the cheap flights from Auckland to Sydney using our search engine. Smart filters let you choose which prices, times and airlines are best for you.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Sydney?

    Auckland to Sydney flights last about 3 hours 30 minutes each way.

  • Which airlines operate flights from Auckland to Sydney?

    You’ve got a choice of companies, from Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia to LATAM Chile and Emirates.

  • How frequent are flights between Auckland and Sydney?

    You can take your pick of over 15 Auckland to Sydney flights a day.

  • Which airports serve Auckland and Sydney?

    Direct flights jet off from Auckland Airport and arrive at Kingsford Smith Airport, AKA Sydney Airport.

  • Which direct flight route between Auckland and Sydney is cheapest?

    You often get the cheapest flights by mix-and-matching airlines. So you could fly to Sydney with LATAM Chile and return to Auckland with Air New Zealand.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Auckland to Sydney?

    If you book a flight from Auckland to Sydney, you will be flying from Auckland Intl to Kingsford Smith. Flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) from Auckland Intl (AKL) take 3h 30m for a nonstop flight. There are 83 flights from Auckland Intl to Sydney per day from 7 airlines.

  • How popular is this Auckland to Sydney flight route?

    Flights from Auckland Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith have been viewed 71,867 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Sydney?

    For as low as $500, Jetstar can have you in Sydney from Auckland in 3h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2158 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Sydney round-trip?

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Sydney, with prices starting at $236. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Eastern and LATAM Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $277 and $291, respectively. You may be able to fly from Auckland to Sydney for 58% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Sydney?

    Before booking your flight to Sydney from Auckland, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Cathay Pacific (91%), Air India (77%), British Airways( 76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Sydney?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $221. While the most popular route (Auckland Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith) can be booked for $449 on average, our data indicates $1,399 when flying from Auckland to Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Sydney?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to Sydney?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Sydney by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Sydney?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Sydney (average of $268). Flying from Auckland to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $357). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Auckland to Sydney

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Sydney. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.
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JetstarCheapest$236Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$277Average$605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$291Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air Tahiti NuiCheapest$388Average$858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$401Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$462Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$496Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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