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Cheapest round-trip
$1,057
Typical prices: $1,019-$1,406
China Eastern
Sun 11/15Fri 11/20
SYD - LHR • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,338
Typical prices: $1,292-$1,646
British Airways
Wed 11/11Wed 11/18
SYD - LHR • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sydney and London. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Port Moresby (POM)
Cheapest • Avg $787 (round-trip)
Port Moresby (POM)
Shortest trip • 15h 15m (one-way)
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When to book
8 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 19% price drop
December
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to London (SYD-LON)

 
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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Sydney to London

Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 20
China Eastern Logo
11:10 am - 5:30 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
41h 20m2 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
9:00 pm - 1:35 pmLHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,057China Eastern
Sun, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 25
China Eastern Logo
11:10 am - 5:30 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
41h 20m2 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
9:00 pm - 10:00 amLHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,057China Eastern
Mon, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 22
Air China Logo
10:10 am - 6:55 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
31h 45m2 stops Beijing Capital Shanghai Pu Dong
Air China Logo
11:35 am - 8:05 amLGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,103Air China
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 26
Air China Logo
8:40 pm - 8:25 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
33h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
5:40 pm - 8:05 amLHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 25m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,111Air China
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9
British Airways Logo
4:20 pm - 5:45 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
24h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
British Airways Logo
6:45 pm - 6:55 amLHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,232British Airways
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
British Airways Logo
4:20 pm - 5:45 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
24h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
British Airways Logo
6:45 pm - 6:55 amLHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,232British Airways
Wed, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 8
Etihad Airways Logo
4:50 pm - 2:30 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
32h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
8:50 am - 5:45 pmLHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,237Etihad Airways
Wed, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 8
Etihad Airways Logo
4:50 pm - 2:30 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
32h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
8:50 am - 5:45 pmLHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,242Etihad Airways
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
Qatar Airways Logo
2:50 pm - 6:00 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
36h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
6:55 pm - 6:35 amLHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,497Qatar Airways
Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 16
Qatar Airways Logo
2:50 pm - 8:00 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
26h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
4:00 pm - 6:30 amLHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,564Qatar Airways
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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?

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 departing in November.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to London from Sydney usually cost between $1,078 and $1,542 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,057 on China Eastern (Nov 15-Nov 25).

What is the cheapest Sydney to London flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Sydney to London costs $1,610 on the route between Sydney (SYD) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR). It is also the most popular route.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to London, 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 is February, where tickets cost $1,090 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,769 and $1,496 respectively.

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

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, 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, you should book around 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 25% 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 season

February

Cheapest flight

$469
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 29% increase in price.
Flight from Sydney to London Gatwick Airport

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.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Sydney to London

  • Are there business facilities at London Gatwick Airport?

    The Regus Express Business Lounge at London Gatwick Airport’s South Terminal is a recent innovation designed with the business traveller in mind. It comes equipped with modern tele-communications facilities as well as showers. Additionally, there are meeting rooms located in the No.1 Lounge of the north terminal.

  • Is there somewhere to park at London Gatwick Airport?

    London Gatwick Airport features several parking facilities in case you need to leave your car. There is short-term parking a few minutes from the terminal and there is also long-term parking, but you’ll need a shuttle bus back to the terminal building. Premium parking and valet parking are also other options.

  • Are there onsite hotels at London Heathrow Airport?

    Yes, there are two onsite hotels at London Heathrow Airport. One of them is Sofitel Heathrow, which offers direct access to Terminal 5 at the airport. The other is Hilton Heathrow Hotel, which is connected to Terminal 4 via a covered walkway and offers free transport to other airport terminals.

  • What retail options are there at London Heathrow Airport?

    If you enjoy airport shopping, then you will enjoy the wide selection of stores to welcome you at London Heathrow Airport. From premium brand names such as Armani Collezioni, Hugo Boss and Bulgari to Fendi, Gucci and Harrod’s. There is also a Boots chemist just in case you need any last-minute toiletries or medication.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to London?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to London was $471 for a one-way ticket and $1,057 for a round-trip.

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

    Yes

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to London?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and London, 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 $1,727 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 $1,439 and an overall rating of 8.1.

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

    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.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to London 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?

    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 with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

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

    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 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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,220 or less one-way and $2,121 or less round-trip.
  • The greater metropolitan area of London, UK, is served by several international airports, including London Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport and London City Airport, so it’s essential to know how far outside the city you will be when your flight from Sydney to London arrives. London Heathrow is the busiest airport, whereas London City Airport is centrally located.
  • Passengers who wish to enjoy the flight from Sydney to London in style may be interested in China Eastern’s Business Class service on their trip to London. In addition to an increased baggage allowance, you can also enjoy built-in massage seats and premium entertainment as well as luxurious dedicated service and comfort.
  • Taking the kids with you on your flight from Sydney to London? If so, you should know that London Heathrow Airport has baby changing facilities in each of its terminals, both before and after security. You can also find several stay & play areas for older kids in the terminal 2A departure lounge and at the terminal 5A departure lounge.
  • Why not enjoy the comfort and hospitality of an airport lounge before your long flight? Air New Zealand, Qantas and Etihad all have their own lounges and there’s an American Express lounge for cardholders, while the Skyteam Lounge at Terminal 1 departures is open to all and offers massage chairs, showers and complimentary refreshments.
  • International passengers at Sydney Airport will find there is are two global exchange offices on level 1 and level 2 of the main terminal, so you can buy some British Pounds or other currencies before you board your flight. ANZ Bank also operates a small office on level 2 for other transactions and has ATMs at various points around the airport.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Sydney to London

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Sydney (SYD)