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Cheapest round-trip
$1,148
Typical prices: $1,162-$1,617
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SYD - LHR • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$2,092
Typical prices: $1,669-$1,992
Qantas Airways
Fri 9/18Wed 9/23
SYD - LHR • Non-stop
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Cheapest • Avg $1,013 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to London (SYD-LHR)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sydney to London that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sydney to London

Mon, Aug 3 - Sun, Aug 23
Air China Logo
7:45 pm - 8:15 pm
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33h 30m
2 stops
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8:25 pm - 2:50 pm
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SYD
33h 25m
1 stop
$1,148Air China
Sat, Aug 15 - Tue, Sep 15
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10:00 am - 6:40 pm
SYD
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LHR
41h 40m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
9:20 pm - 8:00 am
LHR
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SYD
49h 40m
3 stops
$1,155China Eastern
Mon, Jul 20 - Wed, Aug 5
China Eastern Logo
10:00 am - 6:40 pm
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LHR
41h 40m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
9:20 pm - 12:35 pm
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SYD
30h 15m
1 stop
$1,158China Eastern
Mon, Jul 13 - Wed, Aug 5
Air China Logo
7:45 pm - 8:15 pm
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LHR
33h 30m
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Air China Logo
8:25 pm - 2:50 pm
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SYD
33h 25m
1 stop
$1,160Air China
Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 31
China Eastern Logo
11:00 am - 6:40 pm
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LHR
41h 40m
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China Eastern Logo
9:00 pm - 1:35 pm
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SYD
29h 35m
1 stop
$1,165China Eastern
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Sep 2
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10:05 am - 7:20 pm
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LHR
42h 15m
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10:10 pm - 7:25 pm
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SYD
36h 15m
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$1,166China Southern
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Sep 2
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10:05 am - 7:20 pm
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LHR
42h 15m
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China Southern Logo
10:10 pm - 7:25 pm
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SYD
36h 15m
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$1,167China Southern
Tue, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 19
China Eastern Logo
11:00 am - 6:40 pm
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LHR
40h 40m
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9:20 pm - 8:00 am
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SYD
49h 40m
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$1,168China Eastern
Thu, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 12
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7:40 pm - 5:40 pm
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31h 00m
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10:40 pm - 2:50 pm
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SYD
31h 10m
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$1,169Air China
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
China Eastern Logo
9:30 pm - 6:40 pm
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31h 10m
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9:00 pm - 1:35 pm
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$1,171China Eastern
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to London flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to London to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport departing in August.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport is February, where tickets cost $1,071 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,822 and $1,494 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 14% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$551
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 7% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Sydney to London

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to London based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Sydney to London Heathrow Airport flights

  • What are the parking options at Sydney Airport?

    Sydney’s Kingsford Smith Airport offers both short- and long-term parking options. If you plan to leave your car at the airport during your trip to London, the P7 car park is ideal as it’s just a short 2-5min walk from International Terminal T1. When booked online, the price per day ranges from around A$ 9 to A$ 59, depending on the length of your stay.

  • How do I hire a vehicle at London Heathrow Airport?

    There are four terminals (T2, T3, T4 and T5) currently operating at London Heathrow Airport, and each has car hire kiosks in the arrivals area. This can be found just past customs and security. Whether you book your vehicle online or at a kiosk, the hire car companies all offer a free shuttle bus service that will take you from your terminal to the parking building, where you can pick up your vehicle.

  • For travellers journeying from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), we recommend having a look at flying with British Airways. With Heathrow being a hub for British Airways, there are a variety of flight times available to fit your schedule.

    If you are looking for a direct flight from Sydney to London, there are a few airlines providing direct flights on certain days of the week. Look at British Airways’ flights throughout the week to see when their direct flights are.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport was $551 for a one-way ticket and $1,148 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sydney and London Heathrow Airport?

    Yes

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    The Airbus A380-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to London Heathrow Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and London Heathrow Airport, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to London, Singapore Airlines or Emirates?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to London are Singapore Airlines and Emirates. With an average price for the route of $1,830 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,563 and an overall rating of 8.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to London Heathrow Airport from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to London Heathrow Airport with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline. Booking your flights between Sydney and LHR can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to London Heathrow Airport from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport

  • Flights from Sydney’s Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) depart from International Terminal T1. Heathrow Airport has four terminals (T2, T3, T4 and T5), and the one you arrive at will depend on the airline you fly with; it should be printed on your boarding pass.
  • If you have a pet that needs to be cared for during your trip to London, you’ll find a top-quality pet hotel in the Sydney Airport precinct. Hanrob Pet Hotel is available for a short or long-term stay, and they’ll even arrange video calls so you can check on your beloved pet.
  • Taxi and rideshare providers offer a convenient way to get from your doorstep to the international check-in area at Sydney Airport. The trip usually takes around 20min, though this does depend on traffic conditions, and you can expect to pay roughly A$ 45 to A$ 55.
  • Flying into Heathrow Airport (LHR) will find you at the most established, central and high-functioning of the six airports serving the London area in the UK. It has three different train stations linking the terminals, all connected to Paddington station by Heathrow Express and Heathrow Connect.
  • If you need some beauty or R&R after a long flight, pop into Heathrow’s Be Relax Beauty Spa at Terminal 5B (Gate 35) and grab a quick massage or facial.
  • Regular travellers to Heathrow Airport can take advantage of the Heathrow rewards system. It offers loyalty points to spend in participating stores, exclusive offers and other benefits.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Sydney to London

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sydney to London. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sydney to London? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3606 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.4Crew
8.1Boarding
7.9Food
8.2Entertainment
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Fantastic as ever. Great staff super catering and excellent service.

10.0 ExcellentEric, Mar 2026
DXB - LHR
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Fantastic as ever. Great staff super catering and excellent service.

It was delayed for 2 hrs. Flight attendants were not attentive.

We boarded but due to a technical issue we spent 4.5hrs on the ground waiting for the issue to be resolved

No kids provided. Instead we were told to have contacted the airline that we have kids and require kids meals. We were not the only ones who inquired about kids meals. It’s odd. Emirates and other airlines give kids meals as standard and before the adult food comes out. The rice in our meals was gluggy and under cooked. The chicken was also raw. Sadly not the best experience with Finn Air. The hostesses tried to compensate with the snacks and drinks but missed the mark by a long way. Especially when paying Emirates/Qantas prices

They cancelled our flight, rebooked, cancelled that one. We are now flying New Zealand Air and need a refund please. How do we get it?

Food no so good. Extra charge to much for front seats cost me £163 then other people sat near me for nothing 🤬

Seats are not as easy to move as you would hope in premium econo Y

Everything was superb, only bad point was that the fast track on London Heathrow arrivals was not handed out to me and I had to go back to the gate to collect it.

Superb experience. I hope they bring back the fast track option at Heathrow immigration.

You can improve in many ways First the crew in general is good, but needs to work with passion to their works not like robots Second, collecting the ear headphones long time before landing is strange The crew should deal with the passengers with respect and descent way not like giving orders

It was ok, but not what it was like 20 years ago

Great food and good entertainment options for the long flight.

It seems that qantas are trying hard to regain their status as Australia's premier airline. I only flew economy but happy with the service entertainment, food, configuration everything.

We had bulkhead seats in a A380 in the upper deck in seats 31 D and E. Storage was very limited other than in overhead bin - which is not within reach when in seat. Yet paying same price as others in premium economy who have a lot more storage within arm’s reach. Seems very unfair.

Good check in and helpful staff. Delayed for 1 hour. Took about 45 Mins to get baggage’s at DFW . Food was average ( Hindu meal ) . Overall it was good experience

When I originally booked this flight, I was expecting to travel on Qantas. When the itinerary changed and the long-haul segment was operated by American Airlines, we were disappointed but remained open-minded. Unfortunately, the overall service experience fell far short of expectations. This was a long-haul international flight. Getting up periodically to use the restroom or stretch is inevitable, especially on flights of this duration. However, each time we stood up, we felt as though we were inconveniencing the crew. The tone and body language often suggested that we were in the way or disrupting something simply by moving about the cabin. As a result, I avoided getting up as often as I needed to and was physically very sore upon arrival. Meal service was similarly impersonal. The options were presented in single words “beef or veggie,” “pasta or beef” without any description of what was actually being served. There was little engagement or courtesy beyond that. Even simple expressions of gratitude were often not acknowledged. I am accustomed to no-frills travel and do not expect luxury. What was disappointing was not the absence of extras, but the absence of basic warmth and professionalism. On a long-haul international flight, small moments of courtesy and humanity make a significant difference. In this case, the experience felt transactional and dismissive rather than welcoming. I hope this feedback is taken constructively, as there is a meaningful difference between efficient service and indifferent service.

Business seats not as comfortable or private as most competitors (e.g. Qantas was outstanding), and movie selection was much more limited than Qantas or United has been recently

It was a good flight and no complaints. It just wasn't anything that was better than any other flight.

The flight was good, long obviously but smooth. The seats are pretty small, definitely notice a difference for long haul compared to Emirates or Cathay Pacific it’s more like medium haul seating for space. Food options were good, children’s meals were good for my fussy 3yo.

Old plane nothing worked no charging facilities for phones etc

Seat space was tight and uncomfortable. There was hardly any cushioning giving me a terrible tail bone ache. Getting and out was extremely cramped. We paid for seat choices and felt totally ripped off. Food was mediocre. By the time the servers served 2 or 3 rows they ran out of this or that option as we saw on the inbound trip also. This is infuriating. Entertainment choices were extremely limited for such a long haul. The screen froze on occasion and did not switch off when the on off button was pressed. When it did it came back on its own in 5 seconds. The airlines has gone downhill since last year.

excellent, staff and boarding were all seamless and no issues, thank you!

Same problem place in the middle so small Im 1,85 m so not good 👍

It was worst flight ever of 26h. Poor service and seating. Flight from Abu Dhabi to Islamabad service and seating was worst ever. No tv extra.

Certainly! Here’s a more concise and refined version of your report, maintaining a polished and professional tone: --- Crew Check-In – Kolkata (CCU) The crew handling check-in in Kolkata was outstanding—efficient, courteous, and highly organized. Flight Segment – CCU to Abu Dhabi (AUH) A standard flight overall. Notably, only one in-flight meal option—a vegetarian curry—was available, which seemed unsuitable for a red-eye journey. The crew offered no alternatives, which was unexpected. Flight Segment – Abu Dhabi to Rome (AUH-FCO) Comfort improved on this leg, but service quality was average, falling short of Etihad’s premium standards. Crew attention was heavily absorbed by a difficult couple in Row 15 (port side), resulting in disproportionate focus. It was concerning that a steward had to personally return to apologize, a task better suited for supervisory staff. This highlights a development opportunity for supervisors Anna and Quashim in managing guest escalation professionally.

1st time with. Etihad Airways and it was amazing from check in to crew. Great flight.

My wife and I were upgraded to Business Class on our Dublin-Abu-Dhabi flight on the 22nd of January. Being served by "Mariyan" (not too sure about her name, she's from Tunisia) was the real highlight of our flight, she deserves to be working with etihad. We are looking forward to the next upgrade as we are flying back to Dublin on February 01, 2024. If I am not mistaken we have just reached GOLD status as Etihad Guests.

Entertainment did not work from flight from Abu Dhabi to Kolkata. Emirates has a much better flight in that sector.

Ripped off and broken seats in Business class. Seats stink and need to request the staff for additional bedsheets. Crew if very friendly though

It feels like the seat did not have any cushion just plywood. The seats are so compact that I could not even move at all and I am slim. Just imagine someone else. Singapore Air and Emirates are far far better than this. Do not even travel for free. For a 12 hour flight sitting on a plywood is horrible experience and on top of that the person at checking counter at NY was worst and rude. Plus they charge arms and leg for everything. I think they would also start charging for belts and oxygen also soon. First and last time flying with Ethiad.

The meals were not the greatest and lacking of appetite but everything else was spot on

Overall, excellent: check-in, boarding, service, and food. The Business Class seating is a little less private and spacious than the world's premier airlines, but still very good for a long haul flight.

Your staff was exceptional. Could teach the other airlines-rules on etiquette, and service. Excellent landings on flights, carried out by your pilots. Only complaint is long delay on return flight in Beijing, onto Vancouver.

Food and service are good. Bathroom was lack of lotions and cleaning. That should be improved.

Chinese flight attendants didn't speak english well. They didn't care enough to remember that I (east asian who isn't Chinese) wasn't Chinese and spoke English. Announcement in english on board was poor and I find it very difficult to understand what was announced. Also, a cabin bag allows only 5kg!

Everything was not satisfactory - the flight was delayed, staffs were ok but they didn't speak English well. I am from east Asia (not Chinese) and they didn't care enough to remember that I wasn't Chinese but persistently spoke chinese to me. The flight announcement in english wasn't clear to understand.

The flight is not bad, but the Business Lounge is not big enough for the quantity of people they accept and there is a limited options for food and beverages.

It was simply bad and on top of that my luggage hasn't been delivered until now. They can't even localize it which is just unacceptable when they are supposed to scan the bar code they put when we check in

The flight was delayed for almost 5 hours, but I understand that it was not up to the company, however how they could handle the situation better, they never apologized for that delay, moreover despite passengers being there for 7 hours only thing they did was to give a bowl of instant noodles, afterwards on the plane tiny snacks, people were there starting from lunch time and we’ve arrived to destination at almost midnight

Flight was delayed for 2 hours for no reason, then we spent almost an hour after boarding because of the weather conditions. If we left on time we could avoid that 😾

I was booked in Premium Economy and never given a chance to choose to purchase my own seat. Ended up with a middle seat, which was very difficult for me. The airline then left my bag in London so when I arrived in Instanbul it was not there. They delivered it to me the next day but many valuable items had been stolen. I've been flying with BA for years and this was the first time I had such a bizarre and bad experience with them.

It was good. I really liked the breakfast which was served.

My bag stayed in London - it didn't arrive in JFK and I was informed it would arrive at my address next day. I'm still waiting for my bag and it has not been delivered. I have an air tag, my bag arrived at JFK airport around 12pm and it has been moving between terminals since then. Now they said it may arrive 1 am or tomorrow. I'm jet lagged from my flight from India, without my suitcase and may need to miss a work day (Monday) because my suitcase was not delivered at the time it was promised (today, in the afternoon). The suitcase delivery service is not reliable and I'm not happy waiting around the entire Sunday to hear that it may or may not arrive today.

The worst experience with British airways that left me with a delayed flight until the next day and no hotel accommodations available or food voucher. I still have had anyone follow up on this matter

Always the same, boarding starts before the plane is ready so we were all standing in the sun and 36 degree heat on the tarmac. Once in London, packed like sardines in busses to the terminal. BA have a way of making you feel like they dont want you as a customer.

We boarded late, sat on the plane for 45 minutes, I was sweating on the plane and there was a child that screamed and kicked my seat almost the entire flight. The parent nor the crew would do anything about it. Food was very good.

The crew member of my cabin was excellent. The flight was delayed due to air traffic in London. I worried about my connection. The flight attendant eased my worry with prompt updates on the current flight status, as well as helping me log on to BA.com to find out the exact gate info for the next flight. Truly appreciated his help.

Meh. Lived the seat. The entertainment unit did not work and had to be reset 3 times. Service was SLOW taking over 90 min to be served. Crew forgot about my meal. Chicken was dry and almost inedible.

There was an older steward, he is top notch. He is very attentive at the passengers. I do not know his name. Thank you to him.

Good was great. Some of the older crew were grumpy and not customer friendly.

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