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Flights to Australia in 2025

Find the latest flights to Australia in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on September 18, 2025.

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December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,412

Round-trip from

$974

One-way from

$500
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From New York to Sydney Kingsford Smith
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Fr 10/3110:35 amLGA - BNE
2 stops31h 10mAir Canada
Fr 11/710:45 amBNE - LGA
2 stops25h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$909
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Fr 10/3110:05 amJFK - BNE
2 stops31h 40mAir Canada
Fr 11/710:45 amBNE - JFK
2 stops25h 13mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$909
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Fr 10/3110:25 amEWR - BNE
2 stops31h 20mAir Canada
Fr 11/710:45 amBNE - EWR
2 stops24h 52mAir Canada
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Sa 11/15:35 pmLGA - BNE
2 stops49h 10mAir Canada
Sa 11/810:45 amBNE - LGA
2 stops38h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 9/17$930
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Fr 10/313:30 pmEWR - BNE
2 stops26h 15mAir Canada
Do 11/1310:45 amBNE - EWR
2 stops24h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 9/17$935
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Fr 10/311:05 pmLGA - BNE
2 stops28h 40mAir Canada
Do 11/1310:45 amBNE - LGA
2 stops25h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 9/17$937

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Return

Price

New YorkBrisbane

JFK - BNE

JFKBNE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fr 3/13

11:45 am-7:20 am

1 stop29h 35m

Brisbane

Mi 3/25

10:05 am-7:22 pm

1 stop23h 17m

$959

New YorkBrisbane

JFK - BNE

JFKBNE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fr 3/13

12:25 pm-7:20 am

2 stops28h 55m

Brisbane

Fr 3/27

9:40 am-7:22 pm

1 stop23h 42m

$959

NewarkBrisbane

EWR - BNE

EWRBNE

Newark

Sa 11/1

4:20 pm-6:30 am

2 stops24h 10m

Brisbane

Sa 11/8

11:40 am-8:40 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$961

NewarkBrisbane

EWR - BNE

EWRBNE

Newark

So 11/23

6:25 pm-8:45 am

1 stop23h 20m

Brisbane

Di 12/2

10:45 am-8:47 am

2 stops37h 02m

$962

New YorkBrisbane

JFK - BNE

JFKBNE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mo 11/24

6:15 pm-8:20 am

1 stop23h 05m

Brisbane

Mi 12/3

11:05 am-12:22 am

1 stop28h 17m

$966

NewarkBrisbane

EWR - BNE

EWRBNE

Newark

Do 11/6

3:00 pm-7:30 am

1 stop25h 30m

Brisbane

Mo 11/24

11:40 am-7:10 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$967

NewarkBrisbane

EWR - BNE

EWRBNE

Newark

Mo 2/2

3:10 pm-7:30 am

2 stops25h 20m

Brisbane

So 2/15

11:40 am-4:55 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$967

New YorkBrisbane

JFK - BNE

JFKBNE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mo 11/10

7:15 pm-8:20 am

1 stop22h 05m

Brisbane

So 11/23

10:40 am-6:00 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$967

NewarkBrisbane

EWR - BNE

EWRBNE

Newark

Fr 2/20

10:00 am-7:30 am

1 stop30h 30m

Brisbane

Sa 3/7

11:40 am-10:33 pm

1 stop25h 53m

$967

NewarkBrisbane

EWR - BNE

EWRBNE

Newark

So 11/23

4:30 pm-7:30 am

1 stop24h 00m

Brisbane

Di 12/2

11:40 am-1:05 am

1 stop28h 25m

$967

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Best time to book a flight to Australia

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Australia

How long is the flight to Australia?

On average, a flight from New York to Australia takes 31 hours 0 minutes. Flights to Australia from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Australia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Australia. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Australia should consider flying on Monday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Friday at noon, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Australia?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Australia are United Airlines, Qantas Airways and Delta.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From $346
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $614
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $410
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From $377

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Australia?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Australia are Delta, JetBlue and United Airlines.

Rainfall in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 2.0 - 5.1 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Australia?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Australia in the last few years. This data was updated on September 18, 2025.
The most popular places in Australia to fly to are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Cairns.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated September 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines to Australia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
907 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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.

FAQs about flying to Australia

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Australia if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Australia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Australia?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Philippine Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Australia.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Australia?

    Adelaide is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Australia. One-way flights to Adelaide typically cost $32, while round-trip flights cost around $54.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Australia?

    A round-trip flight to Australia will typically cost around $122, however they can be found for as little as $76.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Australia depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Australia, Binghamton Broome County offers the quickest one-way flight (6 hours 31 minutes).

  • Does Sydney Kingsford Smith have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Sydney Kingsford Smith can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

    Yes. Sydney Kingsford Smith has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Aerotel Sydney - Inside International Terminal Airport is the closest property to Sydney Kingsford Smith (0.0 mi away from Sydney Kingsford Smith).

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