Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to New York?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Sydney to New York flights typically cost between $1,438 and $1,943 in October. The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,392 on Air Canada (13 Oct–20 Oct).

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.Sydney to New York flights typically cost between $1,438 and $1,943 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,392 on Air Canada (13 Oct–20 Oct).

Question 2

What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to New York?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Phoenix (PHX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 7h 00m.

Question 3

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Sydney to New York?

Accepted Answer

Los Angeles (LAX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 26% of one-stop itineraries from Sydney to New York on Cheapflights.

Question 4

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Sydney to New York?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Phoenix (PHX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 0h 53m.

Question 5

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Sydney to New York?

Accepted Answer

Orlando (MCO) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $431.

Question 6

How long is the flight from Sydney to New York?

Accepted Answer

Departing from Sydney to New York will take you 21h 11m. The distance between Sydney and New York is about 15995 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

Question 7

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to New York round-trip?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sydney to New York round-trip from $510. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Fiji Airways, from $799, and Air Canada, from $1,060. American Airlines is currently priced 69% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

Question 8

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to New York one-way?

Accepted Answer

$860 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qantas Airways and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from $934 and $1,020, respectively.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to New York may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 42 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to New York (average of $1,536). Flying from Sydney to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,323). 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.

Question 11

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to New York

Accepted Answer

The most flights from SYD to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Question 12

E

Accepted Answer

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 71.0 - 114.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Question 13

E

Accepted Answer

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Question 14

What are the most popular routes from Sydney to New York?

Accepted Answer

The most popular route from Sydney to New York is Sydney Kingsford Smith - New York John F Kennedy Intl. You may also consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - New York LaGuardia or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Newark.

Question 15

What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to New York?

Accepted Answer

While on average a flight from Sydney to New York is generally $2,141, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,708. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - New York John F Kennedy Intl), you can expect to pay $1,457 for that flight.

Question 16

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to New York?

Accepted Answer

Consider Qantas Airways, Air Canada or United Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Sydney to New York.

Question 17

Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to New York?

Accepted Answer

Sydney to New York flights have a stopover in Los Angeles most often. Auckland sees the next most stopovers on Sydney to New York flights. Seoul comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Sydney to New York flights.

Question 18

Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

Of the flights from Sydney to New York that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Tokyo. Vancouver is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Sydney to New York.

Question 19

What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Auckland?

Accepted Answer

The majority of Auckland visitors spend their time at Aotea Centre, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Sky Tower. Aotea Centre, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Sky Tower can be visited by travelling about 17.1 km, 18.3 km, and 17.5 km respectively from Auckland Intl. Those on a stopover in Auckland in need of a car hire can book one at Auckland Intl for about $35.

Question 20

What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Seoul?

Accepted Answer

If you're on a stopover in Seoul and looking for things to do, consider visiting Namdaemun Market, Bukchon Hanok Village, or Gyeongbokgung Palace. Travelers on a layover in Seoul can visit Namdaemun Market, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Gyeongbokgung Palace, by traveling 48.0 km, 49.2 km, and 48.5 km, respectively after landing at Incheon Intl. Those landing in Seoul looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $44 per day.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

When flying from Sydney to New York, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Question 22

What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to New York?

Accepted Answer

If you book a flight to New York from Sydney, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith, which is the city’s only airport. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is located 7.5 km from the centre of Sydney. There are 2 flights from Kingsford Smith to New York per day from 11 different airlines.

Question 23

Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to New York that include hotel bookings?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 24

How can I find direct flights from Sydney to New York?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 25

Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to New York?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 26

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Sydney to New York?

Accepted Answer

900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to New York from Sydney today with Cheapflights!

Question 27

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Sydney to New York?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights simply makes it quick and affordable to book flights from Sydney to New York by bringing together all flight options from hundreds of airlines and agencies online — and put it in one place for you to choose from. Plus, Cheapflights is 100% free to use for all.

Question 28

Can Cheapflights find flights from Sydney to New York with no change fees?

Accepted Answer

Need flexible booking options for your flight to New York from Sydney? Don’t worry, Cheapflights have you covered. Use our search filter to only show flights with no change fees.

Question 29

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Sydney to New York become cheaper?

Accepted Answer

Of course! You can now track prices for flights from Sydney to New York and get an alert from Cheapflights when they change. Have a valid email address ready and click the bell icon next to the flight deals above to set up your price alerts.

Question 30

How long is the flight from Sydney to New York City?

Accepted Answer

From 20 hours 50 minutes with a stopover. Some flights include a couple of stopovers and can last up to 60 hours long.

Question 31

Which airlines operate flights from Sydney to New York City?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia offer some of the easiest routes.

Question 32

How frequent are flights between Sydney and New York City?

Accepted Answer

Over 100 flights from Sydney to New York City depart each day. That’s because there are so many different routes – you could fly via a number of cities.

Question 33

Which airports serve Sydney and New York City?

Accepted Answer

Flights start at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.Take your pick of airports in New York City – LaGuardia Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport or John F. Kennedy International Airport.

Question 34

Which direct flight route between Sydney and New York City is cheapest?

Accepted Answer

There aren’t any direct Sydney to New York City flights. The cheapest indirect routes usually make tracks for Newark Liberty International Airport.

Stepping off a flight from Sydney to New York City is like walking on to a film set.
Take Manhattan. The Empire State Building, Fifth Avenue, Wall Street, the Statue of Liberty, Central Park – they’ve all doubled as backdrops for a century’s worth of movies, books and comics.
Then there are the outer neighbourhoods. Brooklyn dishes up 19th-century Brooklyn Bridge and the funfairs of Coney Island. Plus, it’s home to too-cool-for-school Williamsburg. Meanwhile, the Yankee Stadium lays on legendary baseball games in the Bronx.

Use our smart search engine to find cheap flights to New York City.

Round-trip from	$1,392
One-way from	$669
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	November
Average price	$1,756
Good round-trip deal	$2,039 or less

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
American Airlines	Cheapest$510	Average$1,636	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Fiji Airways	Cheapest$799	Average$981	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air Canada	Cheapest$1,060	Average$1,388	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,082	Average$1,637	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,186	Average$1,777	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	Cheapest$1,263	Average$1,754	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights
Hawaiian Airlines	Cheapest$1,443	Average$1,730	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time85%	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Asiana Airlines	Cheapest$1,446	Average$1,830	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Asiana Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$1,477	Average$2,537	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$1,653	Average$2,010	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights

Cheap flights from Sydney to New York from $669

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to New York

Cheapest flights from Sydney to New YorkExplore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 September 2026.

Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 September 2026.

Best flights from Sydney to New YorkDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to New York that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 September 2026.

Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to New York that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 September 2026.

Direct flights from Sydney to New YorkExplore direct flight options from Sydney to New York based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 5 September 2026.

Explore direct flight options from Sydney to New York based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 5 September 2026.

Last-minute flights from Sydney to New YorkDiscover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to New York. Data last updated 5 September 2026 and is based on user searches.

Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to New York. Data last updated 5 September 2026 and is based on user searches.

One-way flights from Sydney to New YorkSearch for one-way flight options from Sydney to New York. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5 September 2026.

Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to New York. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5 September 2026.

Find flight deals from Sydney to New York

Round-trip from

One-way from

Popular in

Cheapest in

Average price

Good round-trip deal

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to New York that are best for you.

Best time to book a flight from Sydney to New York

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York from Sydney with our price prediction graph.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 September 2026.

When flying from Sydney to New York, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 5 September 2026.

The most flights from SYD to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Sydney to New York flights typically cost between $1,438 and $1,943 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,392 on Air Canada (13 Oct–20 Oct).

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Sydney to New York?

Share of one-stop return flights from Sydney to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Los Angeles (LAX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 26% of one-stop itineraries from Sydney to New York on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Sydney to New York?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Sydney to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Orlando (MCO) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $431.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to New York?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to New York, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Phoenix (PHX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 7h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Sydney to New York?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Phoenix (PHX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 0h 53m.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to New York may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 42 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Asiana Airlines,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Sydney to New York 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.

Sydney to New York Travel Guide

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Sydney to New York City?

Which airlines operate flights from Sydney to New York City?

How frequent are flights between Sydney and New York City?

Which airports serve Sydney and New York City?

Which direct flight route between Sydney and New York City is cheapest?

What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to New York?

How long is the flight from Sydney to New York?

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to New York round-trip?

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to New York one-way?

What are the most popular routes from Sydney to New York?

What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to New York?

Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to New York?

What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Auckland?

What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Seoul?

Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to New York flights?

Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to New York that include hotel bookings?

How can I find direct flights from Sydney to New York?

Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to New York?

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

Travelling to a place near New York?

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Fly from Sydney to New York on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Sydney to New York. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 5 September 2026.

Alternative routes for Sydney to New York

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Complete your trip

Cheapest flights from Sydney to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 September 2026.

Best flights from Sydney to New York
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to New York that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 September 2026.

Direct flights from Sydney to New York
Explore direct flight options from Sydney to New York based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 5 September 2026.

Last-minute flights from Sydney to New York
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to New York. Data last updated 5 September 2026 and is based on user searches.

One-way flights from Sydney to New York
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to New York. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5 September 2026.

Sydney to New York flights typically cost between $1,438 and $1,943 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,392 on Air Canada (13 Oct–20 Oct).