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AKL — SYD
22 Oct — 29 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in March or May, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Monday
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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 22 September 2026.
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Deal found 18/9$523
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Deal found 18/9$526
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Deal found 20/9$528
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Deal found 18/9$530
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Deal found 19/9$538
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Deal found 16/9$542
Best flights from Auckland to Sydney
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Auckland to Sydney that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 22 September 2026.
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Deal found 17/9$713
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Deal found 16/9$792
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Deal found 21/9$930
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Deal found 17/9$606
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Deal found 17/9$1,209
Direct flights from Auckland to Sydney
Explore direct flight options from Auckland to Sydney based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 22 September 2026.
Sat 17/1020:05 -
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Deal found 18/9$523
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Deal found 18/9$526
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Deal found 20/9$528
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Deal found 18/9$530
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Deal found 17/9$531
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Deal found 17/9$533
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Deal found 19/9$536
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Deal found 19/9$538
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Deal found 16/9$542
Last-minute flights from Auckland to Sydney
Discover last-minute flight deals from Auckland to Sydney. Data last updated 22 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Fri 16/1020:05 -
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Deal found 17/9$531
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Deal found 17/9$547
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Deal found 18/9$523
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Deal found 20/9$530
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Deal found 17/9$557
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Deal found 19/9$554
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Deal found 18/9$549
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Deal found 17/9$571
One-way flights from Auckland to Sydney
Search for one-way flight options from Auckland to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 22 September 2026.
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Deal found 21/9$246
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Deal found 20/9$248
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Deal found 20/9$273
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Deal found 17/9$274
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Deal found 21/9$276
Find 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 22 September 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 22 September 2026.
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AKL Auckland Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
AKLSYD
Auckland Intl
Thu 22/10
07:05-13:15
1 stop8h 10m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$470
AucklandSydney
AKL Auckland Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
AKLSYD
Auckland Intl
Tue 27/10
16:35-11:05
1 stop20h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$482
AucklandSydney
AKL Auckland Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
AKLSYD
Auckland Intl
Fri 16/10
07:05-13:50
1 stop8h 45m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$496
Fastest return journey
AucklandSydney
AKL Auckland Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
AKLSYD
Auckland Intl
Thu 15/10
13:25-15:10
Nonstop3h 45m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$523
AucklandSydney
AKL Auckland Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
AKLSYD
Auckland Intl
Tue 17/11
06:10-21:35
2 stops17h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$528
AucklandSydney
AKL Auckland Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
AKLSYD
Auckland Intl
Mon 16/11
06:10-22:30
2 stops18h 20m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$528
AucklandSydney
AKL Auckland Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
AKLSYD
Auckland Intl
Tue 20/10
06:10-21:35
2 stops17h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$530
AucklandSydney
AKL Auckland Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
AKLSYD
Auckland Intl
Sat 5/12
20:35-15:05
2 stops20h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$547
AucklandSydney
AKL Auckland Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
AKLSYD
Auckland Intl
Thu 10/12
06:10-21:35
2 stops17h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$580
AucklandSydney
AKL Auckland Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
AKLSYD
Auckland Intl
Tue 8/12
09:50-19:40
2 stops11h 50m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$601
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Sydney?
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 75 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Sydney (average of $598). Flying from Auckland to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $778). 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 22 September 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from Auckland to Sydney in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 47% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.
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 19 September 2026.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Sydney flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Auckland to Sydney flights typically cost between $591 and $814 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $523 on Air New Zealand (17 Oct–24 Oct).
How often are flights from Auckland to Sydney delayed?
About 18% of weekly flights between Auckland and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 107 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Auckland to Sydney flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Auckland to Sydney flights?
Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Auckland to Sydney?
Share of one-stop return flights from Auckland to Sydney chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Brisbane (BNE) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 34% of one-stop itineraries from Auckland to Sydney on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Auckland to Sydney?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Auckland to Sydney, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Maroochydore (MCY) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $694.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Auckland to Sydney?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Auckland to Sydney, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Maroochydore (MCY) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 6h 30m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Auckland to Sydney?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Auckland to Sydney, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Brisbane (BNE) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 01m.
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 22 September 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Auckland to Sydney, such as Emirates,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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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.
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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 35m for a nonstop flight. There are 65 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 26,300 times in the past calendar month.
How long is the flight from Auckland to Sydney?
For as low as $606, Qantas Airways can have you in Sydney from Auckland in 3h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2158 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Sydney round-trip?
Flying on LATAM Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Sydney, with prices starting at $228. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Eastern and Jetstar, with the lowest prices starting at $256 and $267, respectively. You may be able to fly from Auckland to Sydney for 65% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Auckland to Sydney one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $219. Air New Zealand flights start at $225 while deals on LATAM Airlines start at $228 one-way.
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: Air India (93%), Malaysia Airlines (88%), Alaska Airlines( 87%).
What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Sydney?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $254. While the most popular route (Auckland Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith) can be booked for $475 on average, our data indicates $4,410 when flying 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Sydney (average of $598). Flying from Auckland to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $778). 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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