Cheap flights from Sydney to New York from $889

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 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — NYC
13 Jul — 20 Jul1
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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 13 June 2026.

Mon 12/1010:20
SYD
-
EWR
2 stops36h 18m
Air Canada
Mon 9/1118:15
EWR
-
SYD
1 stop23h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/6$1,240
Mon 12/1010:20
SYD
-
EWR
2 stops36h 18m
Air Canada
Mon 26/1018:15
EWR
-
SYD
1 stop23h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 8/6$1,245
Thu 12/1111:20
SYD
-
EWR
3 stops37h 19m
Air Canada
Mon 14/1214:00
EWR
-
SYD
2 stops27h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 8/6$1,254
Thu 12/1111:20
SYD
-
EWR
2 stops37h 19m
Air Canada
Tue 17/1118:15
EWR
-
SYD
1 stop23h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 8/6$1,258
Thu 29/1010:20
SYD
-
EWR
1 stop21h 18m
Air Canada
Thu 5/1114:00
EWR
-
SYD
2 stops27h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 8/6$1,261
Mon 2/1111:20
SYD
-
EWR
1 stop21h 18m
Air Canada
Mon 16/1114:00
EWR
-
SYD
2 stops27h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 8/6$1,269
Thu 1/1009:20
SYD
-
EWR
2 stops36h 18m
Air Canada
Sat 10/1014:25
EWR
-
SYD
2 stops26h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 8/6$1,315
Thu 29/1010:20
SYD
-
EWR
2 stops37h 19m
Air Canada
Mon 9/1118:15
EWR
-
SYD
1 stop23h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 10/6$1,323
Tue 16/610:20
SYD
-
LGA
2 stops25h 34m
United Airlines
Wed 1/710:00
LGA
-
SYD
2 stops30h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/6$1,443
Tue 9/609:15
SYD
-
LGA
2 stops25h 11m
Delta
Tue 23/614:29
LGA
-
SYD
2 stops26h 21m
Delta
Deal found 8/6$1,444
Tue 9/609:15
SYD
-
JFK
1 stop23h 10m
Delta
Tue 23/607:00
JFK
-
SYD
1 stop33h 50m
Delta
Deal found 8/6$1,444
Mon 5/1010:20
SYD
-
LGA
2 stops24h 16m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 27/1014:30
LGA
-
SYD
1 stop27h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,450

Find flight deals from Sydney to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to New York (NYC). 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 13 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,240

One-way from

$889

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,768

Good one-way deal

$1,600 or less
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 12/11-14/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 81h 59m total
  • Sydney to New York
Delta
  • Delta
  • 15/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 14m total
  • Sydney to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($121 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($61 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to New York (NYC).

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Cheapest return flight

SydneyNewark

SYD - EWR

SYDEWR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/7

09:30-16:45

1 stop21h 15m

Newark

Sun 16/8

16:00-07:00

1 stop25h 00m

$1,444

SydneyNewark

SYD - EWR

SYDEWR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/8

09:30-16:45

1 stop21h 15m

Newark

Wed 4/11

12:50-07:00

1 stop26h 10m

$1,444

SydneyNewark

SYD - EWR

SYDEWR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/7

10:20-21:29

2 stops25h 09m

Newark

Tue 28/7

18:00-06:55

1 stop22h 55m

$1,444

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/7

09:15-06:50

2 stops35h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 30/7

13:50-06:50

1 stop27h 00m

$1,508

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 16/7

09:15-21:25

2 stops26h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 25/7

08:40-06:50

2 stops32h 10m

$1,514

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 9/7

09:15-23:40

1 stop28h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 25/7

15:05-06:50

1 stop25h 45m

$1,516

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 13/7

09:15-05:16

1 stop34h 01m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 25/7

06:00-06:50

2 stops34h 50m

$1,516

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/8

09:15-19:52

1 stop24h 37m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/11

15:00-08:30

2 stops25h 30m

$1,650

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/11

16:35-15:05

1 stop38h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 29/11

15:00-17:55

1 stop34h 55m

$1,708

SydneyNew York

SYD - LGA

SYDLGA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/11

11:50-16:40

1 stop20h 50m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 25/11

15:45-07:00

1 stop23h 15m

$1,836

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to New York

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to New York (average of $213). Flying from Sydney to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,899). 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 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 13 June 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.

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

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 23% 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 $441.

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 Orlando (MCO) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 11h 13m.

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 Dallas (DFW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 19m.

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 53 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated 13 June 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA,Asiana Airlines, andQantas Airways 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.

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

PeggyLee,June 2026

BKK - NRT

It was unexpectedly below the expectation from the overall atmosphere of older plane, older seats, and most disappointment probably the meals. Will not be booking ANA again.
8.3
Very Good

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

PeggyLee,June 2026

BKK - NRT

It was unexpectedly below the expectation from the overall atmosphere of older plane, older seats, and most disappointment probably the meals. Will not be booking ANA again.

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

PeggyLee,June 2026

BKK - NRT

It was unexpectedly below the expectation from the overall atmosphere of older plane, older seats, and most disappointment probably the meals. Will not be booking ANA again.

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

PeggyLee,June 2026

BKK - NRT

It was unexpectedly below the expectation from the overall atmosphere of older plane, older seats, and most disappointment probably the meals. Will not be booking ANA again.

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

PeggyLee,June 2026

BKK - NRT

It was unexpectedly below the expectation from the overall atmosphere of older plane, older seats, and most disappointment probably the meals. Will not be booking ANA again.

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

PeggyLee,June 2026

BKK - NRT

It was unexpectedly below the expectation from the overall atmosphere of older plane, older seats, and most disappointment probably the meals. Will not be booking ANA again.

Sydney to New York Travel Guide

Whoever nicknamed New York City ‘the city that never sleeps’ wasn’t messing around.
This city never takes a breather. Wander downtown, and you’ll be tripping over famous sights – from Liberty Island and Brooklyn Bridge to Times Square and Central Park.
The entertainment scene rolls on 24/7, too. Broadway shows, celebrity clubs, dive bars and every flavour of restaurant are all accounted for.
Want a bird’s eye view of the city? Then ride a lift up to the top of one of the celebrated skyscrapers.

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.

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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to New York. 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 Sydney to New York City?

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

  • Which airlines operate flights from Sydney to New York City?

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

  • How frequent are flights between Sydney and New York City?

    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.

  • Which airports serve Sydney and New York City?

    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.

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

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

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

    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 is 1 flight from Kingsford Smith to New York per day from 13 different airlines.

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

    Departing from Sydney to New York will take you 21h 15m. The distance between Sydney and New York is about 15970 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sydney to New York round-trip from $522. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $525, and Hawaiian Airlines, from $775. American Airlines is currently priced 69% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $903 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 Philippine Airlines and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $928 and $956, respectively.

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

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to New York?

    While on average a flight from Sydney to New York is generally $1,612, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,341. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - New York John F Kennedy Intl), you can expect to pay $1,258 for that flight.

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

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles travellers tend to visit Hollywood Walk of Fame, Walt Disney Concert Hall, and Hollywood Boulevard more than anywhere else. Travellers on a stopover Los Angeles can visit Hollywood Walk of Fame, Walt Disney Concert Hall, and Hollywood Boulevard, by traveling 18.8 km, 19.4 km, and 19.0 km, respectively after landing at Los Angeles Los Angeles. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Los Angeles can hire a car from Los Angeles Los Angeles for about $65 per day.

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

    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 $39.

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

    If you're on a stopover in Seoul and looking for things to do, consider visiting Bukchon Hanok Village, Lotte World, or Gyeongbokgung Palace. Travelers on a layover in Seoul can visit Bukchon Hanok Village, Lotte World, and Gyeongbokgung Palace, by traveling 49.2 km, 57.5 km, and 48.5 km, respectively after landing at Incheon Intl.

  • 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?

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

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

    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.

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

    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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to New York (average of $213). Flying from Sydney to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,899). 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 10 airlines flying from Sydney to New York

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$522Average$1,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$525Average$1,466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$775Average$1,625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$818Average$1,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,027Average$2,002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,048Average$1,528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,107Average$1,760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,214Average$2,100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,319Average$3,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,455Average$1,695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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