Cheap flights from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from $1,079

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 25/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — JFK
22 May — 29 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to New York John F Kennedy Intl are usually found in October or August, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 April 2026.

Thu 28/513:15
SYD
-
JFK
2 stops25h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/609:40
JFK
-
SYD
2 stops36h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4$1,468
Sat 8/819:40
SYD
-
JFK
1 stop41h 25m
Air China
Thu 12/1101:05
JFK
-
SYD
1 stop46h 25m
Air China
Deal found 17/4$1,567
Mon 11/509:20
SYD
-
JFK
2 stops26h 27m
Air Canada
Mon 25/515:50
JFK
-
SYD
2 stops25h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 21/4$1,628
Tue 12/509:20
SYD
-
JFK
3 stops50h 27m
Air Canada
Fri 15/509:00
JFK
-
SYD
2 stops32h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 21/4$1,632
Tue 4/819:40
SYD
-
JFK
1 stop41h 25m
Air China
Wed 12/802:05
JFK
-
SYD
1 stop46h 45m
Air China
Deal found 18/4$1,642
Sat 8/814:00
SYD
-
JFK
2 stops47h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/1101:05
JFK
-
SYD
1 stop46h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$1,646
Sun 18/1021:45
SYD
-
JFK
1 stop40h 15m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 11/1110:15
JFK
-
SYD
1 stop30h 05m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 17/4$1,648
Wed 3/609:30
SYD
-
JFK
1 stop27h 30m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 10/601:30
JFK
-
SYD
1 stop27h 55m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 19/4$1,649
Thu 6/819:00
SYD
-
JFK
2 stops66h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/802:05
JFK
-
SYD
1 stop46h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$1,660
Fri 24/719:40
SYD
-
JFK
1 stop41h 25m
Air China
Sat 8/802:05
JFK
-
SYD
1 stop46h 45m
Air China
Deal found 18/4$1,670

Find flight deals from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to John F Kennedy Intl (JFK). 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 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,468

One-way from

$1,079

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,085

Good one-way deal

$1,340 or less
28/5-10/6
  • 28/5-10/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 62h 02m total
  • Sydney to New York
Air China
  • Air China
  • 25/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 41h 25m total
  • Sydney to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($219 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($63 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to New York John F Kennedy Intl.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/8

20:45-06:20

2 stops23h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 13/8

18:55-18:50

2 stops33h 55m

$2,135

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

09:15-19:40

2 stops24h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/6

16:29-06:50

2 stops24h 21m

$2,215
Fastest return journey

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/5

09:15-17:00

1 stop21h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/6

16:29-06:50

2 stops24h 21m

$2,217

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/6

09:15-17:15

1 stop22h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/6

16:25-06:50

2 stops24h 25m

$2,217

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/6

09:15-21:28

2 stops26h 13m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 30/7

15:40-06:50

2 stops25h 10m

$2,284

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/6

09:15-23:59

2 stops28h 44m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 17/6

16:00-06:50

1 stop24h 50m

$2,308

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 17/10

10:15-16:46

1 stop21h 31m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/11

12:50-08:30

2 stops27h 40m

$2,386

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 16/6

09:15-23:04

2 stops27h 49m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/8

16:27-06:50

2 stops24h 23m

$2,395
Cheapest one-way

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/6

17:50-11:59

2 stops32h 09m

$1,162

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/8

21:00-10:00

1 stop27h 00m

$1,336

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on 17 April 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 65 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $1,479). Flying from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,318). 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 SYD to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 April 2026.

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Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated 22 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA,Asiana Airlines, andDelta from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Alejandro,Apr 2026

SFO - HND

Food was good, not exceptional. On my second flight, Tokyo to Hiroshima, a single cup of coffee was offered, not a bag of pretzels or cookies. Granted, the flight was only an hour and a half, but this seems stingy.
8.4
Very Good

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Alejandro,Apr 2026

SFO - HND

Food was good, not exceptional. On my second flight, Tokyo to Hiroshima, a single cup of coffee was offered, not a bag of pretzels or cookies. Granted, the flight was only an hour and a half, but this seems stingy.

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Alejandro,Apr 2026

SFO - HND

Food was good, not exceptional. On my second flight, Tokyo to Hiroshima, a single cup of coffee was offered, not a bag of pretzels or cookies. Granted, the flight was only an hour and a half, but this seems stingy.

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Alejandro,Apr 2026

SFO - HND

Food was good, not exceptional. On my second flight, Tokyo to Hiroshima, a single cup of coffee was offered, not a bag of pretzels or cookies. Granted, the flight was only an hour and a half, but this seems stingy.

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Alejandro,Apr 2026

SFO - HND

Food was good, not exceptional. On my second flight, Tokyo to Hiroshima, a single cup of coffee was offered, not a bag of pretzels or cookies. Granted, the flight was only an hour and a half, but this seems stingy.

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Alejandro,Apr 2026

SFO - HND

Food was good, not exceptional. On my second flight, Tokyo to Hiroshima, a single cup of coffee was offered, not a bag of pretzels or cookies. Granted, the flight was only an hour and a half, but this seems stingy.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl. You should not have trouble finding flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl from Kingsford Smith; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 11 airlines have flights from the Sydney airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl. It is only a 7.5 km journey to Kingsford Smith (SYD) from Sydney’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    A quick flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport can take about 24h 25m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,215. The distance from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is about 16002 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip from $605. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Hawaiian Airlines, from $762, and Fiji Airways, from $804. These flights start at 67% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport one-way?

    $912 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Philippine Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qantas Airways and Hawaiian Airlines, with prices starting from $971 and $982, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,340 for a flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $1,309 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - New York John F Kennedy Intl) is currently priced at $1,529.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl 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 Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $1,479). Flying from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,318). 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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American AirlinesCheapest$605Average$1,481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$804Average$974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,031Average$1,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,220Average$1,515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,269Average$1,997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,431Average$1,649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,578Average$2,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,583Average$1,963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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