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Flight deals from New York John F. Kennedy to Sydney

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Sydney Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,567. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Sydney.C$881 per passenger.Departing Wed., Aug. 12.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed., Aug. 12, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$881, select.
Sydney.C$881 per passenger.Departing Fri., Sep. 11.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri., Sep. 11, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$881, select.
Sydney.C$921 per passenger.Departing Sat., Oct. 10.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat., Oct. 10, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$921, select.
Sydney.C$941 per passenger.Departing Sun., Nov. 22.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun., Nov. 22, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$941, select.
Sydney.C$944 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jun. 12.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri., Jun. 12, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$944, select.
Sydney.C$954 per passenger.Departing Sat., Dec. 12.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat., Dec. 12, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$954, select.
Sydney.C$978 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jul. 28.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue., Jul. 28, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$978, select.
Sydney.C$994 per passenger.Departing Fri., Mar. 19.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri., Mar. 19, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$994, select.
Sydney.C$997 per passenger.Departing Sun., May 31.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun., May 31, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$997, select.
Sydney.C$1,008 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jan. 18.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon., Jan. 18, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,008, select.
Sydney.C$1,012 per passenger.Departing Sun., Feb. 14.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun., Feb. 14, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,012, select.
Sydney.C$1,103 per passenger.Departing Tue., Apr. 13.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue., Apr. 13, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,103, select.
Sydney.C$1,336 per passenger.Departing Thu., May 13.One-way flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu., May 13, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,336, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
from C$997
Jun.
from C$944
Jul.
from C$978
Aug.
from C$881
Sep.
from C$881
Oct.
from C$921
Nov.
from C$941
Dec.
from C$954
Jan.
from C$1,008
Feb.
from C$1,012
Mar.
from C$994
Apr.
from C$1,103

New York John F. Kennedy to Sydney: Alternative routes

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New York to Sydney: Flight information

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Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Sydney is C$1,475. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Sydney. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$1,475.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Sydney is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Sydney Airport on Monday, November 2, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York John F. Kennedy Airport and Sydney Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sydney but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Canada offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • To break up your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the JFK - SYD route are:

    • Auckland Airport

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

    • Los Angeles International Airport

  • To see whether you need a visa to enter Australia, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from JFK to SYD.

How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is C$881. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,475. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap flight tickets from JFK to SYD, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • Finding cheap flight tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from JFK to SYD is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Located around 48 kilometres from central New York, John F. Kennedy International Airport can be reached in about 48 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.

  • Got an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to JFK:

Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the center driving.

  • It typically takes 27 minutes when traveling by public transport.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Sydney based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Book your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you'd like to explore Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 32ºC.

  • July has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from JFK to SYD around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

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