Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney from $858

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — SYD
14 Dec — 21 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in February or September, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 November 2025.

Tue 30/1210:05JFK - SYD
2 stops31h 30mAir Canada
Mon 18/509:20SYD - JFK
2 stops38h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 13/11$1,521
Tue 30/1210:05JFK - SYD
2 stops31h 30mAir Canada
Sat 24/111:20SYD - JFK
2 stops27h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 13/11$1,538
Tue 9/1209:45JFK - SYD
2 stops31h 50mAir Canada
Thu 25/1216:00SYD - JFK
2 stops40h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 11/11$1,547
Tue 30/1209:45JFK - SYD
2 stops31h 50mAir Canada
Fri 23/111:20SYD - JFK
2 stops27h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 13/11$1,549
Wed 31/1215:30JFK - SYD
1 stop25h 30mQantas Airways
Wed 28/111:20SYD - JFK
1 stop23h 28mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/11$1,556
Thu 27/1109:45JFK - SYD
2 stops31h 50mAir Canada
Thu 11/1211:20SYD - JFK
2 stops25h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 13/11$1,563
Wed 31/1211:00JFK - SYD
1 stop30h 00mAmerican Airlines
Wed 28/111:20SYD - JFK
1 stop28h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,618
Mon 29/1215:30JFK - SYD
1 stop23h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 19/111:20SYD - JFK
1 stop25h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,619

Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) 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 14 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,505

One-way from

$858

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,023
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 13/3-20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 35m total
  • New York to Sydney
12/3
  • 12/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 15m total
  • New York to Sydney
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($528 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($106 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/2

16:55-08:30

1 stop23h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/2

10:40-22:01

2 stops27h 21m

$1,523

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/2

08:30-06:50

2 stops30h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/2

10:40-17:39

1 stop22h 59m

$1,523

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/4

07:15-07:35

2 stops33h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/4

09:25-23:48

1 stop28h 23m

$1,523

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 7/5

17:29-07:05

1 stop23h 36m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 20/5

09:10-16:29

1 stop21h 19m

$1,566

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 16/1

16:55-08:30

1 stop23h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/1

10:40-16:07

1 stop21h 27m

$1,824

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 23/1

12:55-08:30

2 stops27h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

10:40-22:05

2 stops27h 25m

$1,831

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 15/1

11:00-06:50

1 stop27h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/1

10:40-17:55

2 stops23h 15m

$2,033

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 16/1

18:57-19:45

2 stops32h 48m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/1

21:40-07:00

2 stops25h 20m

$2,078

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/3

09:55-07:25

1 stop30h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 3/4

10:25-21:50

1 stop26h 25m

$2,098

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 27/11

12:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/12

19:15-14:25

1 stop35h 10m

$2,100

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney (average of $990). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,831). 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 JFK to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 14 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 34% on airfare.

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 14 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and Qantas Airways from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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

    Most people fly into Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) if they book a flight to Sydney from New York John F Kennedy Intl. On average, Kingsford Smith has 1 inbound flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl per day from 2 airlines. Sydney Kingsford Smith is conveniently located just 7.5 km from Sydney’s city centre.

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

    For as low as $1,523, Delta can have you in Sydney from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in 23h 35m. The distance between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Sydney is about 16002 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Delta, at $1,507, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Qantas Airways. You may be able to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney (average of $990). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,831). 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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DeltaCheapest$1,507Average$2,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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