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$141+ Cheap flights from Auckland (AKL) to Sydney (SYD)

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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SYD
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in March or February, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:15 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Tue 1/206:20 amSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 12/2$351
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/1412:45 pmAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mJetstar
Tue 12/306:30 pmSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 12/3$401
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:15 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/77:15 pmSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$407
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:15 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sat 1/104:05 pmSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 12/2$418
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/186:15 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 12/286:20 amSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 12/4$432
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:15 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Tue 12/306:20 amSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 12/2$447
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:15 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Mon 12/299:00 amSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 12/3$452
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/34:40 pmAKL - SYD
1 stop7h 35mJetstar
Tue 1/276:20 amSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 12/2$462
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/186:00 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 35mEmirates
Wed 12/317:15 pmSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mEmirates
Deal found 12/3$476
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/66:15 amAKL - SYD
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Sun 12/76:20 amSYD - AKL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 12/2$477

Find flight deals from Auckland to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) 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 December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$264
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$141
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$422

Good round-trip deal

$405 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($36 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Auckland 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Sydney that are best for you.

Fly from

Auckland

Fly to

Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/18

4:45 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 3/21

9:00 am-2:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$264

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Tue 5/5

12:40 pm-2:30 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/13

9:05 am-2:10 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$278

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/27

5:20 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/30

11:00 am-4:05 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$278

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Tue 1/20

12:45 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/27

6:20 am-11:30 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$312

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Wed 1/21

6:15 am-8:00 am

Nonstop3h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 1/30

6:20 am-11:30 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$314

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Thu 1/22

6:15 am-8:00 am

Nonstop3h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/26

9:00 am-2:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$320

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Fri 1/23

12:45 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/25

6:20 am-11:30 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$325

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/26

4:45 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 4/3

6:35 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$328

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/11

8:05 am-5:40 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/15

6:20 am-11:30 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$329

AucklandSydney

AKL - SYD

AKLSYD

Auckland Intl

Thu 2/19

8:05 am-5:40 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/1

6:20 am-11:30 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$333

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Compare providers for flights from Auckland to Sydney

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Auckland to Sydney in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Auckland-Sydney flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Auckland-Sydney flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Auckland-Sydney flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Auckland-Sydney flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Auckland-Sydney flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Sydney

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sydney from Auckland with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Auckland to Sydney. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Auckland to Sydney, you should look to book at least 90 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.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Sydney (average of $91). Flying from Auckland to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $170). 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 AKL to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland 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 December 4, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Auckland to Sydney is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 50% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Auckland to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Auckland to Sydney. Price data was last updated on November 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Sydney flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Auckland to Sydney flights

AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Auckland to Sydney trip
Airlines
Air New Zealand

Choose premium economy for more legroom, 50% more recline, and upgraded meals on widebody aircraft.


Look for Koru Hour flights for free wine, beer, and larger snacks on weekday afternoons.

Read more about Air New Zealandby Ramsey Qubein
Qantas Airways

Enjoy Aussie treats like Tim Tams and Bundaberg rum on Qantas flights.


Check for Wi-Fi availability on 737-800 and A330-200 for in-flight connectivity.

Read more about Qantas Airwaysby John Walton
Airports
AKL

For a smooth check-in at AKL, head to doors 5-7 for Air New Zealand or doors 1-4 for other airlines.

Read more about AKLby John Walton
SYD

After customs at SYD, the T8 Airport train is the easiest way to reach central Sydney in 15-25 minutes.

Read more about SYDby John Walton
Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on Air New Zealand

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on Qantas Airways, AKL and SYD

John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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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 December 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Auckland to Sydney, such as Emirates, Air New Zealand, and LATAM Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,430 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,430 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,430 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
544 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,430 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,890 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,430 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,430 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
488 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,430 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Auckland to Sydney?

    To fly from Auckland to Sydney, you need to book a flight from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Kingsford Smith (SYD). Nonstop flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith from Auckland Intl take 3h 30m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 83 outbound flights from Auckland Intl to Kingsford Smith offered by 6 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Auckland to Sydney flight route?

    Within the past month, 188 users have taken a look at flights from Auckland Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Sydney?

    For as low as $264, Jetstar can have you in Sydney from Auckland in 3h 40m. There are 1341 mi between Auckland and Sydney. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Sydney, with prices starting at $134. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by LATAM Airlines and China Eastern, with the lowest prices starting at $146 and $150, respectively. These flights start at 60% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $99. Users have also found prices from $123 and $127 on LATAM Airlines and Air New Zealand, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Sydney?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Auckland to Sydney on time: Cathay Pacific (86%), Jetstar (73%), LATAM Airlines (71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Sydney?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Auckland to Sydney? While on average our users pay $1,101, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $130. The most popular route (Auckland Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around $440.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Sydney (average of $91). Flying from Auckland to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $170). 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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Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Sydney. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$140Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
China EasternCheapest$171Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$237Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$261Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$290Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
EmiratesCheapest$301Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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