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$551+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Sydney (SYD)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in September or February, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) 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 julio 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,051
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$551
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,517

Good round-trip deal

$1,930 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,131 or less
From New York John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($266 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith.

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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 28, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/33:30 pmJFK - SYD
1 stop26h 00mQantas Airways
mié. 9/179:10 amSYD - JFK
1 stop28h 42mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,051
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/303:34 pmJFK - SYD
1 stop23h 51mAmerican Airlines
mar. 1/2011:15 amSYD - JFK
2 stops24h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,054
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/2610:00 amJFK - SYD
2 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines
vie. 9/54:20 pmSYD - JFK
1 stop28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,056
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/302:00 amJFK - SYD
1 stop41h 25mANA
dom. 9/711:50 amSYD - JFK
1 stop37h 10mANA
Deal found 7/28$1,057
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/1410:05 amJFK - SYD
3 stops31h 30mAir Canada
lun. 11/2411:20 amSYD - JFK
2 stops44h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 7/27$1,058

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New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 9/3

3:30 pm-7:30 am

1 stop26h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mié. 9/17

9:10 am-11:52 pm

1 stop28h 42m

$1,051

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 8/26

10:00 am-2:40 pm

2 stops38h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

vie. 9/5

4:20 pm-6:55 am

1 stop28h 35m

$1,056

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 8/30

2:00 am-9:25 am

1 stop41h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dom. 9/7

11:50 am-11:00 am

1 stop37h 10m

$1,057

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 9/9

6:00 pm-7:05 am

1 stop23h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mar. 9/16

9:10 am-6:54 pm

1 stop23h 44m

$1,059

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 8/27

9:00 am-7:20 am

2 stops32h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

vie. 9/5

9:20 am-9:45 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$1,064

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 9/9

9:00 am-2:40 pm

1 stop39h 40m

$551

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 9/24

4:29 pm-7:05 am

1 stop24h 36m

$555

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 9/14

2:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$583

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 9/24

4:29 pm-7:05 am

1 stop24h 36m

$599

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Deals found on 7/26

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How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney, you should look to book at least 54 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney (average of $1,028). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,619). 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 JFK to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 julio 28, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Hong Kong (HKG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Hong Kong (HKG) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $1,741.

What’s the fastest layover option from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 11h 35m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 53m.

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 julio 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA, Qantas Airways, and American Airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,Jul 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!
8.4
Very good
8.4
Very good

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,Jul 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!
8.4
Very good

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,Jul 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!
8.4
Very good

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,Jul 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!
8.4
Very good

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,Jul 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney from New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    If you book a flight to Sydney from New York John F Kennedy Intl, you will be flying to Kingsford Smith, which is the city’s only airport. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is located 4.6 mi from the center of Sydney. There is 1 flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Kingsford Smith per day from 9 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney is Qantas Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,051 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are ANA and American Airlines, starting at $1,057 and $1,059 round-trip. Users have found that Qantas Airways is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $555 on Qantas Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include ANA from $582 and American Airlines from $599 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,643 for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney. The cheapest flight overall is $1,131 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith) is currently priced at $958.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Los Angeles?

    Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live are the most popular attractions in Los Angeles if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live are located about 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively from Los Angeles. Those landing in Los Angeles looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $51 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney (average of $1,028). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,619). 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 9 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Sydney

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 julio 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$860Average$1,537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$877Average$1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$911Average$1,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$984Average$1,311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,148Average$1,628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,197Average$1,537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,288Average$1,423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,379Average$1,514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,701Average$2,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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