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Cheap flights from London to Sydney from $879

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SYD
26 Jun — 3 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in May or November, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from London to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 May 2026.

Mon 9/1122:00
LHR
-
SYD
1 stop35h 20m
China Southern
Mon 23/1115:15
SYD
-
LHR
2 stops38h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 24/5$1,395
Sun 8/1121:00
LHR
-
SYD
1 stop29h 35m
China Eastern
Mon 25/121:30
SYD
-
LHR
1 stop31h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 24/5$1,400
Mon 9/1110:30
LGW
-
SYD
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Thu 12/1112:00
SYD
-
LGW
1 stop37h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 22/5$1,405
Tue 3/1121:00
LHR
-
SYD
1 stop29h 35m
China Eastern
Sun 15/1112:00
SYD
-
LHR
1 stop40h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/5$1,407
Tue 29/1210:30
LGW
-
SYD
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Wed 20/121:30
SYD
-
LGW
1 stop44h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/5$1,409
Tue 1/911:10
LGW
-
SYD
1 stop23h 15m
China Southern
Tue 8/910:05
SYD
-
LGW
1 stop29h 25m
China Southern
Deal found 25/5$1,411
Sat 19/921:20
LHR
-
SYD
1 stop30h 15m
China Eastern
Fri 16/1012:00
SYD
-
LHR
1 stop40h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/5$1,412
Sun 13/921:20
LHR
-
SYD
1 stop26h 40m
China Eastern
Mon 19/1021:30
SYD
-
LHR
1 stop31h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/5$1,413
Fri 4/918:00
LGW
-
SYD
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Thu 15/1012:00
SYD
-
LGW
1 stop37h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/5$1,415
Mon 9/1122:00
LHR
-
SYD
1 stop35h 20m
China Southern
Sun 22/1111:25
SYD
-
LHR
1 stop42h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 22/5$1,416
Mon 16/1122:00
LHR
-
SYD
1 stop24h 25m
China Southern
Fri 27/1122:10
SYD
-
LHR
1 stop31h 25m
China Southern
Deal found 25/5$1,418
Tue 15/911:35
LGW
-
SYD
3 stops59h 25m
China Eastern
Tue 13/1012:00
SYD
-
LGW
1 stop28h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 24/5$1,419

Find flight deals from London to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 27 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,395

One-way from

$879

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,578
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 9/11-23/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 73h 40m total
  • London to Sydney
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15/9
  • 15/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 00m total
  • London to Sydney
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Customise your flight search to find flights from London to Sydney that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 27 May 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Mon 9/11

17:00-10:00

1 stop30h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/11

21:30-14:00

1 stop27h 30m

$1,408

LondonSydney

LHR - SYD

LHRSYD

London Heathrow

Wed 11/11

21:00-13:35

1 stop29h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/11

21:30-17:30

1 stop31h 00m

$1,461

LondonSydney

LHR - SYD

LHRSYD

London Heathrow

Fri 13/11

21:00-13:35

1 stop29h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/11

21:30-17:30

1 stop31h 00m

$1,462

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Mon 2/11

17:00-13:35

1 stop33h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/11

12:00-06:30

1 stop29h 30m

$1,464

LondonSydney

LTN - SYD

LTNSYD

London Luton

Sat 20/6

07:00-09:00

2 stops41h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/7

11:00-23:25

2 stops45h 25m

$1,465

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Sat 6/6

11:35-12:35

1 stop40h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/9

11:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

$1,793

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Fri 23/10

11:35-13:35

1 stop40h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/11

21:30-14:00

1 stop27h 30m

$1,801

LondonSydney

LTN - SYD

LTNSYD

London Luton

Tue 7/7

12:45-09:00

2 stops35h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/7

11:00-11:00

2 stops33h 00m

$1,868

LondonSydney

STN - SYD

STNSYD

London Stansted

Wed 10/6

14:55-06:05

1 stop30h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/9

20:10-18:45

1 stop31h 35m

$1,965
Fastest return journey

LondonSydney

STN - SYD

STNSYD

London Stansted

Wed 11/11

20:15-07:00

1 stop23h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/11

06:00-17:55

1 stop22h 55m

$1,965

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Best time to book a flight from London to Sydney

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London to Sydney

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Sydney (average of $1,546). Flying from London to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,537). 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 LON to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 27 May 2026.

When flying from London to Sydney, 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 London to Sydney

Explore weekly flight availability from London to Sydney. 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 27 May 2026.

The most flights from LON to SYD are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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

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

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

Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 17% of one-stop itineraries from London to Sydney on Cheapflights.

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

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

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $697.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London to Sydney?

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

Flights via Manama (BAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 00m.

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

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

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 28m.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London to Sydney, you should look to book at least 70 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.

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 27 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,Qantas Airways, andChina Southern from London to Sydney have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,344 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,344 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,344 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,042 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,344 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.
China Southern
7.5
Good
152 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,344 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,445 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,344 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
216 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,344 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney from London?

    For a flight from London to Sydney, you will be flying into Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 7.5 km from the centre vof the city. Kingsford Smith is the only Sydney airport and it handles 3 inbound flights from London per day. 15 airlines have flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith from London on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from London to Sydney?

    China Eastern, Emirates, and Turkish Airlines can get you from London to Sydney in just under 30h. Your travel time can differ by up to 10m. The distance from London to Sydney is about 17008 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from London to Sydney is China Eastern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $996 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air China and China Southern, starting at $1,098 and $1,183 round-trip. China Eastern is priced at 45% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $653 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air China. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Southern and China Eastern, with prices starting from $664 and $697, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Sydney?

    Most travellers choose London Heathrow - Sydney Kingsford Smith, London Gatwick - Sydney Kingsford Smith or London Stansted - Sydney Kingsford Smith when deciding on the best route from London to Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from London to Sydney?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London to Sydney 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 London to Sydney?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Sydney (average of $1,546). Flying from London to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,537). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$996Average$1,518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,098Average$2,511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,183Average$1,537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,330Average$1,929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,402Average$2,397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,403Average$2,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,408Average$1,834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,450Average$2,223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,453Average$1,911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,532Average$1,646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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