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Cheap Flights from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl (SYD-JFK)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl 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 John F Kennedy Intl

Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 16
American Airlines Logo
11:20 am - 2:10 pmSYD-JFK
42h 50m1 stop
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8:00 am - 6:10 amJFK-SYD
30h 10m1 stop
$866American Airlines
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Mon, Dec 8 - Sun, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
11:20 am - 4:28 pmSYD-JFK
21h 08m1 stop
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2:30 pm - 6:55 amJFK-SYD
24h 25m1 stop
$867American Airlines
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Sun, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 23
Air Canada Logo
11:20 am - 8:58 pmSYD-JFK
49h 38m2 stops
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10:05 am - 9:35 amJFK-SYD
55h 30m3 stops
$869Air Canada
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Sun, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 23
Air Canada Logo
11:20 am - 8:58 pmSYD-JFK
49h 38m3 stops
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10:05 am - 9:35 amJFK-SYD
55h 30m3 stops
$875Air Canada
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Mon, Feb 16 - Mon, Feb 23
Qantas Airways Logo
9:45 am - 2:25 pmSYD-JFK
20h 40mnonstop
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5:15 pm - 8:15 amJFK-SYD
23h 00mnonstop
$888Qantas Airways
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Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3
Qantas Airways Logo
9:45 am - 2:25 pmSYD-JFK
20h 40m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
5:15 pm - 8:15 amJFK-SYD
23h 00m1 stop
$894Qantas Airways
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Thu, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:20 am - 4:37 pmSYD-JFK
21h 17m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 8:15 amJFK-SYD
23h 00mnonstop
$923Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:20 am - 4:37 pmSYD-JFK
21h 17m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 8:15 amJFK-SYD
23h 00mnonstop
$940Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 9:00 amSYD-JFK
38h 40m1 stop
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12:10 pm - 8:20 amJFK-SYD
29h 10m1 stop
$1,023Asiana Airlines
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Tue, Mar 17 - Sun, Apr 5
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 10:00 amSYD-JFK
38h 40m1 stop
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12:30 am - 7:30 amJFK-SYD
41h 00m1 stop
$1,027Asiana Airlines
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Everything you should know

Our travelers' advice
AI-generated summary based on content written by travel experts
Use the Mobile Passport Control app at JFK for faster entry.
At SYD, priority queues benefit first-class and APEC cardholders.
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American Airlines
Cheapest • from $866 (round-trip)
Asiana Airlines
Best reviews • 8.2 score
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 19% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheapest round-trip
$866
Overall average: $1,941
American Airlines
Tue 12/2Tue 12/16
SYD - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$888
Typical prices: $1,079-$1,211
Qantas Airways
Mon 2/16Mon 2/23
SYD - JFK • Non-stop
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl flights

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Airport, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from New York John F Kennedy Airport back to Sydney, the best deals are generally found on Sunday, with Thursday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is August, where tickets cost $1,092 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,941 and $1,630 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl

 
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At SYD, priority queues are available for first-class passengers and those with an APEC Business Travel Card, speeding up security and passport control.

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Use the Mobile Passport Control app at JFK for expedited customs processing, bypassing long lines upon arrival from international flights.

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Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$610
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 43% increase in price.
Flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Airport

When to book flights from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport flights

  • Can I fly directly from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to John F Kennedy International NYC (JFK)?

    While there are no direct flights available between Sydney Airport and JFK Airport, the majority of flights have only one stopover, with Dallas/Fortworth International Airport (DFW) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) being the most popular.

  • What amenities does Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) have?

    The busiest airport in Australia, Sydney Airport has a great deal to offer travellers waiting for their flights. Whether you are looking to shop at the big brands like Gucci or Armani, or wanting a delicious gourmet meal to hold you over till your flight, Sydney Airport has much to offer its travellers, post-security. Make sure to check out their News & Events page on their website to see what fun things they have going on when you travel.

  • Which airlines have lounges in Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)?

    Of the primary airlines travelling between Sydney and JFK Airport, only Qantas has a lounge at Sydney Airport. With incredible dining and business facilities, anyone wanting to lounge in style before their flight to New York is recommended to make the most of Qantas and their lounge services.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport was $610 for a one-way ticket and $866 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sydney and New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Sydney and on arrival in New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and New York John F Kennedy Airport, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to New York, Asiana Airlines or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to New York are Asiana Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of $1,087 and an overall rating of 8.2, Asiana Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,364 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline. Booking your flights between Sydney and JFK 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 New York John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

  • While a variety of airlines journey from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK), we recommend looking at flights from providers American Airlines and Qantas Airways. With many daily flights from Sydney to JFK, any delays or cancellations can be quickly amended.
  • John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the primary airport servicing New York City and is the largest in the area; however, for travellers looking to stay near New Jersey, in areas such as Lower Manhattan or Staten Island, it is worth looking for flights into Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). While the airport is much smaller and can therefore accommodate less traffic, it is located closer to these areas than JFK Airport and can offer shorter drive times.
  • For travellers who are able to drive and are seeking to explore nearby American cities such as Philadelphia, it is generally advisable to fly into JFK Airport rather than Newark Airport or other surrounding airports; JFK Airport is the primary airport in the area and able to accommodate a greater volume of flights.
  • For travellers with an early flight out of Sydney and looking to find a hotel nearby, we suggest staying at the Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel. Located across from the International Terminal at Sydney Airport, the Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel is brilliant for anyone not wanting to worry about the journey to the airport.
  • If you plan on driving to Sydney Airport, make sure to park in car park P7. This dedicated car park for international travellers is only a 5min walk from the terminal. Alternatively, a valet service is available for a fee, just outside the departure gates.
  • If you want to leave the car at home while you holiday, we recommend catching the Sydney Airport Line train that runs throughout the day between the airport and the city centre. While during peak times the train can get very crowded, it is in general cheaper than taking a taxi.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl

 
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8.2
Asiana AirlinesOverall score based on 483 reviews
8.1Comfort
7.8Entertainment
8.6Crew
8.4Boarding
8.1Food
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Better screens, it would have been nice to have more comfortable seats.

8.0 ExcellentYony, Aug 2025JFK - MNL
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Better screens, it would have been nice to have more comfortable seats.

2nd major delay due to maintenance issues. 1st delay missed my connecting flight.

It was great, but my bag was not loaded onto the connecting flight. I'm currently getting it resolved. If this isn't a problem, everything else was excellent.

The aircraft was massive (A-380) and became crowded with 400+ passengers on board.

The plane hasnt left im stuck in seatle still my flight has been grounded for almost 5 hours

Love flying Asiana. Been using it for over a decade now.

Coming back to America was a peaceful flight everyone and everything was perfect

The staff was courteous and the flight was very smooth. It was so nice to see the captain greeting the passengers at the end of the flights.

Flight was too cold. I wore a regular cotton tee and it wasn’t enough. It was a night time flight so I would have thought a blanket would be provided to passengers. A 4 hour flight and no options for a meal? I flew Asiana the next day from Seoul to Manilla. Same duration, 4 hours. They give everyone a pillow and blanket and serve a meal. Why is United so cheap and holding back meals and amenities? Also, they promote too much gay stuff and DEI in their advertisements. Please be mindful of other beliefs and don’t shove your gay ideology down my throat.

Staff always with a smile and very helpful with my mom who has mobility issues.

Seats comfortable, service and food very mediocre, staff not very attentive, worse than many other our flights with Delta.

Overall good experience; however, there was one flight attendant who was rather rough compared to everyone else. Everything else was good: entertainment, food. Delta keeps on delivering! Thank you!

The flight used a B767 with a very old interior from before 2014. The entertainment system did not work at all during the flight despite attempts to reset the system. It was like they flew this route just to be competitive.

Crew blocked exits to front of ship with galley carts. Also split five person family apart on international flight without fixing.

On this flight I felt the food offering was not as complete as on previous flights. The tomato salad was a bit off and there was nothing additional such a bread or butter. The breakfast was only one option, so you either ate what they had or ate nothing. The crew was efficient, but most seemed frustrated throughout the flight. The flight arrived early and was obstacle-free, so I’m overall quite happy, but the shine in the rest of the experience just wasn’t there.

De planning was an absolute mess. We were never told that we weren’t at the gate and that we had to go down unstable stairs and then hop on a bus. People were falling, we couldn’t tell who was in charge. Overall terrible communication that ended up leaving a bad impression at the very end of the experience.

For a 69 year old with health problems I had the worse experience, no wheelchair when I entered a lady told me to sit and wait while a gentleman told me I had to walk to the Delta station, which I did. I had a carry on and a bag, and I was traveling with my service dog, which was on his carrier and the lady charged me for my carry on luggage, beside all the waiting cause of the delay, I had to walk to get my luggage cause no wheelchair showed up, I am so disappointed. I will get in touch with the company. I got home at 3:00 am, not good for my health situation.

The crew was amazing; Von, Vera and Guadalupe were very friendly and attentive throughout the entire flight. They were friendly and welcoming to everyone. A solid and dedicated team for sure!

Terrible. I was bumped off of my original flight and spent the next six days fighting to get back on it. I lost hours of my vacation trying to get this situation corrected.

Our flight was canceled after several delays. No hotel vouchers offered, minimal help for resolution leave me ultimately to cancel and book on an other airline. Then waited to get bags for more than 3 hours This whole experience has been awful!!!

Basic airline, aircraft and service. AA gets you from point A to B. My flight was delayed by 2 hours too.

No internet on flight, which makes log travels really hard.

My flight from Dallas to Sydney was cancelled. My entire trip was rerouted to include the following: Hartford to Washington DC Washington DC to JFK JFK to Auckland Auckland to Christchurch I paid for an aisle seat on the flight to Auckland and was asked if I would take a window seat to accommodate a family. The agent at the podium failed to mention that the family had a 3 month old baby and that a bassinet would be used during the 16 hour flight. The only way I could get out of my seat was to crawl under the bassinet of the sleeping baby. I think it is wrong that I was no given the choice to sit in another seat, that the agent knew what she was doing and chose to not properly disclose my seating arrangement. Terrible treatment.

they ran out of fruit for breakfast and so I just had a yogurt instead. other than that the flight was good

by the time they got to our row, they were out of some of the food options. games and movies were great but maybe more game options like tetris or pac man would be great

Great as usual, some delays but well communicated and made up for in the air

Poor! This flight was delayed 14 hours. There was no assistance in helping customers find other routes to their destination, nor any other kind of support. It was a chaotic experience. I'm not likely to fly with AA going forward.

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

We were upgraded and after just a short delay in attending to a safety check we were on our way. Would definately fly Qantas International on their Dreamliner again.

I tried to check in online but was unable to do so. I stood in line for nearly two hours to check in. American Airlines was understaffed. When I finally got to the kiosk to check in, I was still unable to check in. No AA staff was available to help. Finally one of the airport security agents who was helping passengers became of lack of AA Staff told me: “I think the reason you can’t check in is that you are starting your name with an upper case letter when you write it. Just write it with all lower case letters.” That did allow me to check in. HOW COULD ANYONE POSSIBLY KNOW THAT IF THEY USE AN INITIAL UPPER CASE LETTER TO SPELL THEIR OWN NAME, AA WOULD NOT ALLOW THEM TO CHECK IN?????? Then I had to wait in line over half an hour again to drop off my baggage. Although I arrived at the airport 3 hours early, by the time I got to the gate, they had already started boarding.

There was no TV's on the plane? I tried to activated the WiFi multiple times before the plane took off but it wasn't work well.

Air Marco’s fleet of airplanes are old and pathetic. The seats are torn and stained. The monitors don’t work properly. If this wasn’t a business trip and I had control of booking the flight, I would not travel on this carrier.

Good service, friendly staff. Food was average for airlines and the seats were small.

Pathetic check in experience once again. Not enough staff scheduled at bag drop or for special assistance at LHR. Really need to rethink the whole self check in procedure. The crew was good. A very decent selection of special meals in this leg as compared to the JFK-LHR leg.

Flight was cancelled 3 hrs AFTER etd. Thetefore Missed connection from JFK to New Zealand . No accommodation provided… This cost ne aporox 1000 USD in extra expenses and turned whst should have been a 24 hr trip ftom Boston - New Zealand into a VERY expensive , late 70+ hr nightmare … Complete nonsense!!!

Overall fine, but the delay was annoying and the reasons for the delay were not communicated. The crew on board were phenomenal!

A cookie and a soda, packed like sardines, will never be a positive experience. Also, boarded a 5:30 flight at 7:45pm

Whenever a passenger purchase a ticket his advantage number should automatically to his information. It's not everyone remember the number. You request for your number and American airline agent say they will email it....and they never email anything and you loose your mileage just because you don't remember your number. It should automatically go your information and associate with your email account at all times

The flight was two hours late to take off. The captain kept making announcements in English, but the volume on the speakers was low and we could not hear him. The flight attendant’s French translation was loud and clear, but we couldn’t understand French. The crew was nowhere to be found to relay what the captain was announcing. Very frustrating experience. American has to do better.

Paid $35 and not able to access the internet at all.

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