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$470+ Cheap flights from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to Sydney (SYD)

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IAH — SYD
Oct 11 — Oct 181
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston George Bush Intcntl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in April or June, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,021
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$470
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,342

Good round-trip deal

$1,446 or less

Good one-way deal

$846 or less
From Houston George Bush Intcntl to Sydney Kingsford Smith
One-way flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl to Sydney Kingsford Smith
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($265 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl to Sydney Kingsford Smith.

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Cheapest flights from George Bush Intcntl to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from George Bush Intcntl to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/237:10 amIAH - SYD
2 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/301:15 pmSYD - IAH
2 stops24h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,021
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Sun 10/198:55 pmIAH - SYD
1 stop21h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 10/2611:45 amSYD - IAH
1 stop19h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/9$1,022
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Mon 11/38:05 pmIAH - SYD
1 stop21h 25mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/1611:45 amSYD - IAH
1 stop19h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/10$1,023
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Mon 10/205:45 amIAH - SYD
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/22:05 pmSYD - IAH
2 stops25h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,024
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Mon 10/204:25 pmIAH - SYD
2 stops24h 20mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/211:45 amSYD - IAH
1 stop19h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/9$1,025
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/108:05 pmIAH - SYD
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/231:55 pmSYD - IAH
2 stops27h 04mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/10$1,032
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/279:05 pmIAH - SYD
1 stop21h 25mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/97:45 amSYD - IAH
1 stop23h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/9$1,043

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IAH - SYD

IAHSYD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/10

8:25 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop17h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/24

11:50 am-11:25 am

Nonstop15h 35m

$1,447

HoustonSydney

IAH - SYD

IAHSYD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/10

9:30 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop17h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/24

11:50 am-11:25 am

Nonstop15h 35m

$1,447

HoustonSydney

IAH - SYD

IAHSYD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/4

8:25 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop17h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/15

11:50 am-11:25 am

Nonstop15h 35m

$1,448

HoustonSydney

IAH - SYD

IAHSYD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 11/17

8:25 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop17h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/25

11:50 am-10:25 am

Nonstop15h 35m

$1,448

HoustonSydney

IAH - SYD

IAHSYD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/24

8:25 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop17h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/11

11:50 am-11:25 am

Nonstop15h 35m

$1,448

HoustonSydney

IAH - SYD

IAHSYD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 11/2

2:23 pm-9:15 am

1 stop25h 52m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/16

11:50 am-10:25 am

Nonstop15h 35m

$1,451

HoustonSydney

IAH - SYD

IAHSYD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/18

2:40 pm-9:15 am

1 stop25h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/9

11:50 am-11:25 am

Nonstop15h 35m

$1,452

HoustonSydney

IAH - SYD

IAHSYD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/8

5:30 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops27h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/21

2:15 pm-10:07 pm

2 stops23h 52m

$1,485

HoustonSydney

IAH - SYD

IAHSYD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/5

6:50 pm-9:15 am

1 stop21h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/27

11:50 am-10:25 am

Nonstop15h 35m

$1,501

HoustonSydney

IAH - SYD

IAHSYD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/21

11:42 am-3:40 pm

2 stops35h 58m

$470

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney trip
Airports
IAH

Check security wait times on the IAH website to plan your arrival at the airport efficiently.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
SYD

Use the T8 Airport Line for a quick 15-25 minute ride to central Sydney after clearing customs.

Read more about SYDby John Walton
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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on 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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How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from George Bush Intcntl to Sydney. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney, you should look to book at least 16 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney (average of $1,035). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,626). 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 IAH to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl 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 September 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 51% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from George Bush Intcntl to Sydney. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney?

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 September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Delta, and Qantas Airways from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

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    For as low as $1,447, United Airlines can have you in Sydney from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in 17h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8591 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney round-trip from $799. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $829, and Delta, from $830. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney?

    While on average a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney is generally $1,250, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $846. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston George Bush Intcntl - Sydney Kingsford Smith), you can expect to pay $1,023 for that flight.

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    Most Auckland visitors opt to spend their time experiencing New Zealand Maritime Museum, Sky Tower, and University Clock Tower. Travelers on a layover in Auckland can visit New Zealand Maritime Museum, Sky Tower, and University Clock Tower, by traveling 11.4 mi, 10.9 mi, and 10.7 mi, respectively after landing at Auckland Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Auckland Intl for about $30 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney flights?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney (average of $1,035). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,626). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from George Bush Intcntl to Sydney

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$799Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$829Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$830Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air New ZealandCheapest$961Average$1,395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$983Average$1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,037Average$1,331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,352Average$1,704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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