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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 15/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Flights to Sydney in 2025

Find the latest flights to Sydney in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 16 January 2025.

Return from

$438

One-way from

$214

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$583
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 17/5-30/5
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 55m total
  • Auckland to Sydney
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 15/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Auckland to Sydney
High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for return flights in January 2025

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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Sydney. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 16 January 2025.

Sat 17/506:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mJetstar
Tue 3/606:20SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 15/1$438
Sat 7/606:15AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 19/611:50SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$444
Tue 25/207:35AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 50mLATAM Airlines
Tue 4/311:40SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 15/1$470
Thu 6/220:00AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mAir New Zealand
Sat 8/219:15SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/1$506
Sun 2/306:00AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 35mEmirates
Tue 11/319:15SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mEmirates
Deal found 16/1$554
Wed 5/206:00AKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Wed 12/207:05SYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/1$556

Find flights to Sydney within your budget

Locate flights to Sydney that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 16 January 2025.

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AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Sat 17/5

06:15-08:05

Nonstop3h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/6

06:20-11:25

Nonstop3h 05m

$438

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/6

06:15-08:05

Nonstop3h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/6

11:50-16:55

Nonstop3h 05m

$444

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Tue 25/2

07:35-09:25

Nonstop3h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/3

11:40-16:50

Nonstop3h 10m

$470

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/2

20:00-21:45

Nonstop3h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/2

19:15-00:30

Nonstop3h 15m

$506

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Sun 2/3

06:00-07:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/3

19:15-00:25

Nonstop3h 10m

$554

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/2

06:00-07:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/2

07:05-12:15

Nonstop3h 10m

$556

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Sat 15/2

07:35-09:25

Nonstop3h 50m

$214

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Wed 19/2

06:20-08:00

Nonstop3h 40m

$217

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Fri 2/5

19:55-21:40

Nonstop3h 45m

$219

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/2

19:00-20:40

Nonstop3h 40m

$226

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Best time to book a flight to Sydney

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Travel insights for flights to Sydney

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights to Sydney including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight 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 10 January 2025.

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 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Sydney?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Sydney takes 3 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Sydney from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability to Sydney

The most flights from Auckland to Sydney are scheduled on a Thursday (91 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (73 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Sydney?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Sydney are AirAsia X, China Eastern and Jetstar.

Rainfall in Sydney by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney 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 Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

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

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).

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 January 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with LATAM Airlines, Qantas Airways and Jetstar to Sydney have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

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.

8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

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
3,350 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

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.

7.9
Good
485 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

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.

7.5
Good
1,847 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

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.

7.5
Good
821 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

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.
  • 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 79 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, AirAsia X 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 is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Sydney. One-way flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith typically cost $46, while return flights cost around $157.

  • How much is a return flight to Sydney?

    A return flight to Sydney will typically cost around $98, however they can be found for as little as $88.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Sydney depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Sydney, 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. Aerotel Sydney - Inside International Terminal Airport is the closest property to Sydney Kingsford Smith (0.0 km away from Sydney Kingsford Smith).

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