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Cheap Flight Deals from Sydney to New York (SYD-NYC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sydney to New York 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.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Sydney to New York

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to New York.
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2:15 pm - 7:39 amSYD-EWR
32h 24m2 stops
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9:00 am - 12:45 pmEWR-SYD
36h 45m2 stops
$1,045
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Wed, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 22
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3:00 pm - 11:05 pmSYD-JFK
46h 05m2 stops
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2:05 am - 2:50 pmJFK-SYD
46h 45m1 stop
$1,048
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Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 17
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10:20 am - 9:45 pmSYD-JFK
26h 25m2 stops
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9:00 am - 8:20 amJFK-SYD
32h 20m2 stops
$1,079Air Canada
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Wed, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 22
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10:20 am - 9:45 pmSYD-JFK
50h 25m3 stops
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9:00 am - 8:20 amJFK-SYD
32h 20m2 stops
$1,086Air Canada
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Wed, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 22
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10:20 am - 7:20 pmSYD-LGA
23h 00m2 stops
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3:23 pm - 7:00 amLGA-SYD
25h 37m2 stops
$1,264United Airlines
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Wed, Jun 18 - Wed, Jun 25
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9:30 am - 9:50 pmSYD-EWR
26h 20m2 stops
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3:10 pm - 6:55 amEWR-SYD
25h 45m2 stops
$1,265United Airlines
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Fri, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 9
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10:25 am - 8:00 pmSYD-LGA
23h 35m1 stop
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6:10 pm - 6:55 amLGA-SYD
22h 45m1 stop
$1,536American Airlines
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Thu, Jul 17 - Tue, Aug 19
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12:10 pm - 11:28 pmSYD-LGA
25h 18m1 stop
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2:54 pm - 6:55 amLGA-SYD
26h 01m1 stop
$1,550American Airlines
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Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 17
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10:25 am - 5:10 pmSYD-LGA
20h 45m1 stop
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7:00 pm - 6:55 amLGA-SYD
21h 55m1 stop
$1,790Qantas Airways
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Thu, Jul 24 - Tue, Aug 5
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12:10 pm - 6:59 pmSYD-LGA
20h 49m1 stop
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7:00 pm - 6:55 amLGA-SYD
21h 55m1 stop
$1,795Qantas Airways
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Thu, Aug 21 - Sun, Sep 7
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Expert advice for your flight from Sydney to New York

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
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SYD offers priority queues for first-class passengers and those with an APEC Business Travel Card, helping you save time at security.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to New York flights

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

What is the cheapest Sydney to New York flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Sydney to New York.

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Sydney to New York cost $2,524 and was between Sydney (SYD) and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $2,524.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to New York?

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

If you are looking for a flight deal from Sydney to New York, look for departures on Sundays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from New York, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Thursday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to New York?

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, 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 is March, where tickets cost $1,153 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,672 and $1,409 respectively.

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

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, 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, you should book around 6 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$495
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 30% increase in price.
Flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Airport

When to book flights from Sydney to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to New York 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 flights from Sydney to New York

  • Which New York airports have hotels?

    Newark International Airport hosts Newark Liberty Marriott Hotel. LaGuardia has two hotels, Airway Inn and Comfort Inn and Suites. JFK does not host an on-site hotel, but there are several hotels located very close to the airport offering complimentary shuttles.

  • How many airports are there in New York City that have flights to and from Sydney?

    New York City has three major airports: John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and LaGuardia Airport. Most passengers from Sydney will be flying into either JFK or Newark, as LaGuardia mostly only caters to domestic flights.

  • Which airports in New York are airline hubs?

    JFK Airport is a hub for American Airlines, Delta Airlines and JetBlue Airlines, while LaGuardia is a hub for American Airlines and Delta Airlines. Newark Airport serves as a hub for United Airlines.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to New York?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to New York was $495 for a one-way ticket and $1,045 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is required to fly from Sydney to New York.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Sydney to New York?

    When flying out of Sydney you will be using Sydney Kingsford Smith. You will be landing at one of these airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to New York?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to New York?

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

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to New York from Sydney?

    Los Angeles is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Sydney to New York.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to New York are ANA and Asiana Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,104 and an overall rating of 8.3, ANA is the most popular choice. Asiana Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,110 and an overall rating of 8.2.

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

    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.

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

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

    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 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 New York?

    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 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

  • Australian citizens travelling on the ESTA visa-waiver programs are eligible to use Automated Passport Control (APC) kiosks when entering the US through John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Newark Airport (EWR), the city’s other major international airport, currently only has APC for US citizens, US permanent residents and Canadian citizens.
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is well situated if you plan to stay in Queens but has very limited public transport options, if your final destination is elsewhere in the city. Only two bus lines, Q70 SBS (serving Manhattan Midtown and south of 59 Street) and M60 SBS (serving Manhattan north of 59th Street), go to locations outside Queens.
  • When you get to Sydney Airport (SYD), if you have a hidden disability and will need assistance getting through procedures to board your flight to New York, pick up a sunflower lanyard from Terminal 1 Airport Services Centre on Level 3. This will let airport personnel know you may need help and will allow you to use special access lanes for check-in and security procedures.

Top 5 airlines serving from Sydney to New York

 
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ANAOverall score based on 855 reviews
8.7Crew
7.9Entertainment
7.6Food
8.5Boarding
8.1Comfort
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My wife and I liked almost everything about ANA except for the economy seat space and the cold breakfast (croissant which seemed to just come out of the fridge)

8.0 ExcellentDaniel, Apr 2025ITM - HND
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My wife and I liked almost everything about ANA except for the economy seat space and the cold breakfast (croissant which seemed to just come out of the fridge)

The overall experience was ok, though there was certainly room for improvement. My husband was asked to check his carry-on bag at the gate due to claims that the flight was “full.” However, upon boarding, we observed ample overhead space and several empty rows of seats. This made the request appear unnecessary and caused some discomfort, particularly as he was the only passenger singled out for this procedure.

When booking the flight i picked it because it said flying with ana even on our e-ticket as well but I showed up to the airport and I flew with united. I have flew with both airlines before and I prefer ana for the food quality and comfortable. So I was disappointed in that outcome and felt the food gave me minor ibs. The whole thing was missing leading with not getting what I thought I was paying for. Felt a bait and switched. Do not have confidence in using this app in the future trips

The flight was smooth, but there were not enough options for meals and I was given beef when I do not eat beef. The flight going was much better because we received more snacks.

Thankful for the staff who provided blankets cause the plane was quite cold and no way to adjust the airflow in the seats next to the bathroom.

Uh there was a delay, because of the weather. And what took usually an hour flight to Louisville took about 6+ hours. Flight got canceled

I had to get rerouted because the weather delayed my flight enough to miss both of my connecting flights. I select nearly 2 hours on customer service trying to get rerouted and had to miss my first plane which took my luggage to San Francisco. Luckily, customer service sent me to the same airport but I had to ride 12 hours in economy after I paid extra for premium economy. Totally sucks that I overpaid. Customer service and airplane crew were great and really helpful though. Although I still hate how small the seat was, especially since I'm smaller than average, I can't imagine how much it would suck for an average sized person.

Flight attendant took good care of my mom as she boarded on and off the aircraft from her wheelchair. I did not care much for the food nor the movie options Available. I appreciated the increased legroom available in economy. This was one of the main reasons we chose the airline. Overall, the good value and I would fly again.

I stopped flying with United back in the nineties. Today's experience reminded me of why.

ANA was fine. LAX has some major problems. I needed a wheelchair and BKK and Narita were very good. I do have to remember NOT to tip in Japan. LAX however, was poor. first the attendant wasn't able to push me. The next person left me stranded in several locations. They would just leave me where ever they felt like; No logic to these locations. finally when we cleared immigration, they (there were several people who didn't seem to care about their job) left me in a large room with a baggage carousal. I tried to locate my luggage to no avail. meanwhile my connection was getting closer. I finally talked with Emir from ANA and he showed me to my carousal which was located a few rooms away from where LAX personnel stranded me. Emir also found a good wheelchair attendant to take me the rest of the way. Without Emir from ANA, I would still be stranded, given the amount of care shown by the first wheelchair attendants.

Pretty excellent. I don’t know what the pilot could have done better with the bumping ( there was a storm) nor what happened to my ears coming down into bendigo. It doesn’t happen coming down into Sydney just the return flight. I wonder why?

Touch screens were very difficult to use, generally being laggy and unresponsive- it was quite an art to get it to play the thing you wanted rather than some thing at random. Selection of films and Tv was good when touchscreen decided to finally respond.

Their aircraft are old and amenities lack way behind other international carriers leaving from BNE. Even in economy

Airport and crew experience was excellent. We had to queue for the runway - no one’s fault, but it did mean we were 30 minutes late leaving

Overall good experience with flight and airport wheelchair staff. Also got Indian food in the flights

Friendly staff, surprisingly good premium economy seats allowing good sleep/ snooze opportunity and very good menu.

Very good as always, stand out airline. The passengers whom choose to stuff baggage that otherwise should be checked-in is a real bother but that's not the airlines doing. A real frustration that passengers just don't want to check-in luggage. This is a pet hate unfortunately.

It’s a two prop flight so I had problems with my ears on re- entering ! But otherwise fine

I love flying with Qantas. There was no onscreen entertaining on this flight, and only a snack provided (not a meal) but still better than Jetstar or Virgin (in my opinion) so still happy.

Complaint is with American Airlines which delayed our flight from salt lake to Dallas reaulting in us missing our connection to Brisbane. Had to spend 24 hours in Dallas to wait for the next flight. Awful experience and ruined my wife’s birthday.

Our flights got changed from United to Air Canada and our purchased seats did not get transferred so we had to pay for seats twice. I brought it up with Air Canada and they stated I had to go back and chase it with United. The united seats were $21 Canadian each and Air Canada were $56 each so we have paid $77 for each seat. Very unhappy

Multiple delays and not straight answer from the United team

I love United was disappointed we had a two hour delay, however the Pilot did say safety first.

I just got back from a trip with 3 flights each way. The flights were good and we were happy with out experience. There was one steward on our first flight that was harsh and grump with passengers. It did not leave a good impression. All of the other flight crews were great on the other five flights.

Food and flight attendents with positive dispositions and friendly behavior, more professional attitudes

Easy to board. Flight was super crowded though so I didn't sleep well on that cross country red-eye flight. The aisles seem ot have gotten narrower and the seat smaller whn luggage and people are getting bigger so it would be AWESOME to have more space and breathing room in general ;)

We were Polaris passengers and found the service poor. The food was ok but the flight attendants were not attentive and rushed the service.

Great. Food going from Australia to the US was better than other way around, but still needs improvement in terms of quality and quantity!!!

Very punctual. Comfortable plane and great entertainment options. The staff was very nice.

Liked the hospitality . The ight took us 6 hrs to get from fort myers to ewr.

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

Boarding took forever, the plane was cramped and cold, and the seatbelt song came on constantly throughout the red eye flight with a loud pre-recorded message playing each time

Cabin felt crammed Snacks are lame But crew was super efficient getting us out on time despite delay

Flight was delayed bc of mechanical issue. New plane had different configuration so some seats had to be switched. They called all passengers who needed new boarding cards. They did not call us so we thought our seats were the same and fine. When we boarded they informed us our receipts had changed and we are now all sitting separate and in the back row. Both my daughters had meltdowns and started to cry and once we got on the flight, we figured out how we could sit closer to each other, but this was very upsetting.

You ant watch TV if you don't have a device, the seats have more space, and the snacks are different.

Flight was empty so had a whole row to myself. Still had to wait to get the bag due to the negligence at Palm Springs departure.

Amazingly comfy flight - I had upgraded for a reasonable price and it was worth it. The food also was good.

Random carry-on baggage inspection before boarding for NO REASON. The crew kept talking loudly the entire time, making it impossible to rest. When I asked the crew for something, they said they would come back later but never did. It was an EXTREMELY UNPLEASANT and UNCOMFORTABLE flight.

Only thing that I liked it that I got to my destination safely, otherwise American Airlines stinks.

Ok. Got us there safely and a bit early. Need food available on this long flight. Almost 3 hours.

There is not enough space between two chairs and raws.

Actually as my experience with air Canada from Canada to Newark it was crazy for me because it was a lot of delays which for me it shouldn’t be like that, but I was able to coup with it so that was my experience I hope next time they will do good on that thanks.

All was fine. Weather was a bit stormy, but nothing kayak can do about that! 😊

flight was delayed, there was open communication about the delay the delay pushed way past the posted delay time and

Full compliments to Captain for all four landing. Crew could be more polite and nice.

So smooth and easy! From boarding to arriving, we are very happy with our experience on air Canada.

AC needs to update their fleet. Too many mechanical issues, dated planes and too many delays

was wondreful! just let me know what airline im flying in advance!

There was a long delay on tarmac. The pilot kept us informed. The flight stewards were not entertaining or comforting. During the flight we received minimal service. Several food choices for purchase were not available at our seating of row 52. Only twice were we offered water for hydration. A half hour before landing teh pilot acknowledged that some passengers with connecting flights should tell flight stewards and they would help.. We had a connecting flight thand at should have had a 2+ hour layover and now would be less than 1 hour from departure. The flight attendant told us not to worry.. plenty of time. We did not get off the plane until after 6 o'clock. We are seniors (ages 74 and 72 ) and had to walk the length of the terminal to go thru customs and the length of the next terminal to departure gate for 6:30 a boarding call. We ran and were breathing hard and reached the departure gate by 6:50. We rate the flight stewards negatively...the pilot did his best.

I book my air canada flight and i am an aeroplan card holder however I was required to pay for my first check-in bag. Terrible experience

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