What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Australia . Flying to Australia in December will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

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 $40, while round-trip flights cost around $39.

How much is a round-trip flight to Australia?

A round-trip flight to Australia will typically cost around $142, however they can be found for as little as $39.

Where does the fastest flight to Australia depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Australia, Honolulu offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 35 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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Sun 11/239:45 amJFK - BNE

2 stops32h 00mAir Canada

Tue 12/210:45 amBNE - JFK

2 stops25h 13mAir Canada

Deal found 11/2

$857

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Deal found 11/2

$875

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$876

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Deal found 11/2

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$915

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2 stops38h 08mAir Canada

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$919

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Mon 11/246:15 pmJFK - BNE

1 stop23h 05mDelta

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2 stops29h 02mDelta

Deal found 11/4

$957

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Mon 2/2311:50 amSYD - EWR

1 stop20h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/2

$994

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2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines

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3 stops31h 31mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$1,078

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Fri 4/310:00 amBNE - LGA

2 stops37h 11mAir Canada

Deal found 11/3

$1,123

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2 stops24h 29mFiji Airways

Deal found 11/3

$1,291

Mon 11/171:40 pmJFK - MEL

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1 stop27h 15mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/3

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1 stop23h 05mQantas Airways

Mon 11/246:00 amMEL - JFK

2 stops27h 00mQantas Airways

Deal found 11/3

$1,454

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1 stop27h 00mEtihad Airways

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1 stop30h 40mEtihad Airways

Deal found 11/3

$1,524

Tue 1/2710:20 pmJFK - BNE

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2 stops56h 00mEmirates

Deal found 11/2

$1,740

Mon 2/234:00 pmEWR - SYD

1 stop23h 00mUnited Airlines

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1 stop20h 32mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/2

$994

Mon 2/235:00 pmJFK - BNE

1 stop24h 20mDelta

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1 stop21h 15mDelta

Deal found 11/1

$1,006

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1 stop26h 20mUnited Airlines

Tue 3/1710:20 amSYD - EWR

1 stop20h 32mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$994

Wed 12/310:46 amEWR - SYD

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2 stops30h 19mDelta

Deal found 11/3

$1,016

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1 stop21h 17mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/2

$999

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2 stops28h 36mDelta

Tue 3/101:15 pmSYD - EWR

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Deal found 11/3

$1,016

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2 stops31h 00mAir Canada

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2 stops23h 58mAir Canada

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$1,280

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3 stops31h 29mMultiple Airlines

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$1,310

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1 stop20h 50mUnited Airlines

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$1,011

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1 stop41h 20mCathay Pacific

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1 stop27h 15mCathay Pacific

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$1,382

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1 stop27h 05mDelta

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Deal found 11/3

$1,045

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Mon 12/1512:10 pmSYD - EWR

1 stop28h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/2

$1,011

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1 stop30h 55mDelta

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Deal found 11/3

$1,045

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2 stops28h 55mMultiple Airlines

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2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$1,411

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1 stop31h 05mCathay Pacific

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1 stop26h 30mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/2

$1,433

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1 stop20h 31mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$1,011

Mon 11/1710:00 pmJFK - MEL

1 stop27h 00mEtihad Airways

Fri 11/286:20 pmMEL - JFK

1 stop30h 40mEtihad Airways

Deal found 11/3

$1,687

Tue 12/23:00 pmLGA - SYD

2 stops25h 30mDelta

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2 stops23h 01mDelta

Deal found 11/3

$1,050

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1 stop29h 10mEmirates

Mon 3/168:55 pmBNE - JFK

1 stop31h 30mEmirates

Deal found 11/2

$1,761

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1 stop22h 52mUnited Airlines

Wed 12/1711:50 amSYD - EWR

1 stop20h 31mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$1,011

Sat 11/85:15 pmJFK - AVV

2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines

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2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$1,490

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Mon 11/36:15 pmEWR - SYD

1 stop22h 50mUnited Airlines

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1 stop26h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/2

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Deal found 11/2

$1,016

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$1,120

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2 stops23h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/2

$993

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Deal found 11/3

$1,011

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1 stop20h 50mUnited Airlines

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$1,010

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1 stop20h 34mLufthansa

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Deal found 11/3

$993

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Deal found 11/1

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2 stops33h 04mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/2

$1,193

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Wed 12/36:59 amJFK - SYD

3 stops45h 16mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/2

$578

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Deal found 11/1

$521

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2 stops26h 14mFiji Airways

Deal found 11/3

$603

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New YorkBrisbane

JFK - BNE

JFKBNE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/24

6:15 pm-8:20 am

1 stop23h 05m

Brisbane

Wed 12/3

11:05 am-1:07 am

2 stops29h 02m

$957

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Sun 2/8

12:00 pm-6:20 am

1 stop26h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/23

11:50 am-4:29 pm

1 stop20h 39m

$994

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Mon 2/23

4:00 pm-7:00 am

1 stop23h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/24

10:20 am-3:52 pm

1 stop20h 32m

$994

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Tue 2/3

2:45 pm-9:05 am

1 stop26h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/17

10:20 am-3:52 pm

1 stop20h 32m

$994

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Tue 3/3

2:10 pm-7:00 am

2 stops24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/10

11:50 am-6:07 pm

1 stop21h 17m

$999

New YorkBrisbane

JFK - BNE

JFKBNE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/23

5:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop24h 20m

Brisbane

Sun 3/8

10:40 am-4:55 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$1,006

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Mon 12/1

4:30 pm-7:00 am

1 stop22h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/15

12:10 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$1,011

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Sun 11/30

7:00 am-7:00 am

1 stop32h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/15

12:10 pm-1:05 am

1 stop28h 55m

$1,011

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Wed 12/3

4:08 pm-7:00 am

1 stop22h 52m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/17

11:50 am-4:21 pm

1 stop20h 31m

$1,011

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Sun 12/7

4:08 pm-7:00 am

1 stop22h 52m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/17

11:50 am-4:21 pm

1 stop20h 31m

$1,011

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How long is the flight to Australia?

On average, a flight from New York to Australia takes 31 hours 7 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?

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.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Australia?

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

Rainfall in Australia 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

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?

The most popular places in Australia to fly to are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Cairns.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

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

7.9

Good

8,002 reviews

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

7.9

Good

8,002 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,002 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

927 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,002 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,998 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,002 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,038 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,002 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Air Canada

7.1

Good

10,400 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,002 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

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 $40, while round-trip flights cost around $39.
How much is a round-trip flight to Australia?
A round-trip flight to Australia will typically cost around $142, however they can be found for as little as $39.
Where does the fastest flight to Australia depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Australia, Honolulu offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 35 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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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 November 4, 2025.

The most popular places in Australia to fly to are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Cairns.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

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.

FAQs about flying to Australia

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What is the best airline to fly to Australia?

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