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Cheapest round-trip
$668
Typical prices: $637-$955
Philippine Airlines
Sat 4/28Mon 5/7
HKG - SYD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$672
Typical prices: $649-$967
Qantas Airways
Sat 3/3Wed 3/7
HKG - SYD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Cathay Pacific, Qantas Airways and Hong Kong Airlines. Average duration is 9h 18m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 83% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 20% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $436 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 14h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Hong Kong to Sydney (HKG-SYD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Hong Kong to Sydney

Wed, Apr 28 - Fri, May 7
Philippine Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 9:45 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 45m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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11:35 am - 9:25 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-HKG Hong Kong Intl
11h 50m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$668Philippine Airlines
Wed, Mar 3 - Sun, Mar 7
Qantas Airways Logo
7:25 pm - 7:55 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
9h 30mnonstop
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11:15 am - 5:50 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-HKG Hong Kong Intl
9h 35mnonstop
$672Qantas Airways
Sat, Apr 10 - Fri, Apr 16
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7:30 pm - 6:45 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
9h 15mnonstop
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10:10 am - 5:55 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-HKG Hong Kong Intl
9h 45mnonstop
$673Qantas Airways
Wed, Mar 3 - Sun, Mar 7
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7:25 pm - 7:55 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
9h 30mnonstop
Qantas Airways Logo
11:15 am - 5:50 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-HKG Hong Kong Intl
9h 35mnonstop
$673Qantas Airways
Wed, Mar 3 - Sun, Mar 7
Cathay Pacific Logo
9:25 pm - 9:35 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
9h 10mnonstop
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11:05 am - 5:25 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-HKG Hong Kong Intl
9h 20mnonstop
$674Cathay Pacific
Wed, Dec 30 - Sun, Jan 17
Cathay Pacific Logo
7:00 pm - 7:15 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
9h 15mnonstop
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8:45 am - 3:00 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-HKG Hong Kong Intl
9h 15mnonstop
$674Cathay Pacific
Sun, Apr 11 - Sun, Apr 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 11:45 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 11:30 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-HKG Hong Kong Intl
14h 15m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$675Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 19
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
10:25 pm - 11:05 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
9h 40mnonstop
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 7:35 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-HKG Hong Kong Intl
10h 00mnonstop
$676Hong Kong Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Mar 7
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
10:25 pm - 11:05 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
9h 40mnonstop
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 7:35 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-HKG Hong Kong Intl
10h 00mnonstop
$677Hong Kong Airlines
Fri, Apr 9 - Fri, Apr 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 11:45 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 11:30 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-HKG Hong Kong Intl
14h 15m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$677Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Hong Kong to Sydney flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Sydney?

Round-trip flights from Hong Kong to Sydney typically range from $637 to $955. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $668, on Philippine Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hong Kong to Sydney?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hong Kong to Sydney. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Sydney?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Sydney at $620 round-trip.
•January ($995) and July ($946) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Hong Kong to Sydney the cheapest?

Flights from Hong Kong to Sydney are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Hong Kong to Sydney

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on Qantas Airways

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on Cathay Pacific

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on HKG and SYD

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Key details for Hong Kong to Sydney flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$339
Beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 12% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Hong Kong to Sydney

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Your Hong Kong to Sydney flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Hong Kong to Sydney?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times currently scheduled from Hong Kong to Sydney:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:55 am and lands at 10:13 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:00 pm and lands at 8:18 am.

    The flight takes about 9h 18m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Hong Kong to Sydney?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Hong Kong to Sydney:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Hong Kong to Sydney?

    A nonstop flight from Hong Kong to Sydney takes about 9h 18m, covering 4,590 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Hong Kong to Sydney?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Hong Kong to Sydney flight?

    Round-trip flights from Hong Kong to Sydney range from $637 to $955, with an average of $771 over the past 12 months. Anything below $637 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Hong Kong to Sydney flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the $771 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Hong Kong to Sydney?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $436 round-trip via Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU), compared to $789 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Hong Kong to Sydney?

    Hong Kong Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Cathay Pacific has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Hong Kong to Sydney flights are:

    • Hong Kong Airlines: 83% on time
    • Cathay Pacific: 81% on time
    • Qantas Airways: 61% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 76% of the time on average.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Hong Kong to Sydney?

    The Airbus A330-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways and Hong Kong Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Hong Kong to Sydney spread across the day?

    Night is most often the busiest departure period on Hong Kong to Sydney flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, and morning flights for 17%.

  • How are flight prices from Hong Kong to Sydney looking right now?

    One-way fares from Hong Kong to Sydney are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $470, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $40 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL
    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • No Birds
    • EverythingFleet

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Hong Kong to Sydney?

    Flights from Hong Kong to Sydney usually depart from Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Hong Kong to Sydney?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Hong Kong to Sydney?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Hong Kong to Sydney route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 27m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Hong Kong to Sydney pass through?

    One-stop flights from Hong Kong to Sydney most commonly connect through:

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK) - 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Hong Kong to Sydney?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Hong Kong to Sydney. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $723 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $819, a difference of $96.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Hong Kong to Sydney?

    3 airlines currently operate flights between Hong Kong and Sydney, you can choose from:

    • Cathay Pacific
    • Qantas Airways
    • Hong Kong Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Hong Kong to Sydney?

    Flying via Melbourne (MEL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 27m, compared with 14h 27m via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and 14h 32m via Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE).

  • What is the time difference between Hong Kong and Sydney?

    Sydney is 3 hours ahead of Hong Kong (Eastern Australia Time vs Hong Kong Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sydney?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sydney are Sydney Opera House, Chinatown Night Market and The Rocks Markets. These are among the most viewed places in Sydney on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer free seat selection on Hong Kong to Sydney flights?

    Only Cathay Pacific currently offers free seat selection on this route. Availability depends on fare class.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom on Hong Kong to Sydney flights?

    None of the airlines on this route currently offer extra legroom.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Hong Kong to Sydney flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Cathay Pacific: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Hong Kong Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Are there direct flights between Hong Kong and Sydney Airports?

    Yes, Cathay Pacific operates frequent direct flights between Hong Kong and Sydney. China Airlines and Philippines Airlines both offer indirect routes transiting between locations such as Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) and Taipei International Airport (TPE). Singapore Airlines also offers an indirect route through Singapore Changi Airport (SIN). Transfer times can vary.

  • Is it easy to connect with central Sydney from the airport by public transport?

    Yes, Sydney is the busiest airport in Australia and consequently there are a range of public transport options between it and the city. The Airport Link train runs every 10min and the journey to Sydney usually takes 13min. A one-way fare is around A$ 15 but you will also have to pay an airport access fee of around A$ 9 on top of the train fare. Sydney Buses operate a regular service on Route 400 and 420; a single fare is also around A$ 15. Travelling by bus, you don’t have to pay the airport access fee. The trip by taxi will cost around A$ 55 and take roughly 20min.

  • Are there hotels at Sydney Airport?

    Yes, there are a number of hotels on the Sydney Airport campus, including ibis budget Sydney Airport, Mantra Sydney and Rydges Hotel. They are each within walking distance of the arrivals area.

Your guide to booking Hong Kong to Sydney flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $723, about $96 less than Friday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Hong Kong to Sydney trip for March. Fares historically average $620 round-trip in that month - typically $375 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Hong Kong Airlines. Over the past three months, 83% of Hong Kong Airlines flights from Hong Kong to Sydney arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 76%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 27m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Chengdu Tianfu Intl Airport (TFU) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $436 round-trip on this route - about $354 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

    • ibis budget Sydney Airport
    • Travelodge Hotel Sydney Airport
    • Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
  • Families with young children, people with additional needs, pregnant women and older people departing for Sydney can make use of the Caring Corner at Hong Kong Airport (HKG). This is a specially designated quiet area with televisions, seating and airport telephone helplines.
  • There are currency exchange desks and a range of international ATMs at the arrivals hall in Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD).
  • There are a number of lounges at Hong Kong Airport available to departing passengers, including Cathay Pacific Lounge, the Emirates Lounge and the United Club.

Prefer to fly direct from Hong Kong to Sydney?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Hong Kong Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines,Qantas Airways

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines,Qantas Airways

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines,Qantas Airways

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines,Qantas Airways

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines,Qantas Airways

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines,Qantas Airways

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines,Qantas Airways

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

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Direct returns

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Hong Kong Intl

Monday

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines,Qantas Airways

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines,Qantas Airways

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines,Qantas Airways

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines,Qantas Airways

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines,Qantas Airways

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines,Qantas Airways

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines,Qantas Airways

Cathay Pacific,Hong Kong Airlines, +1 more

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