Cheap Flights to Sydney Airport from $37 in 2025

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Sydney.$37 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Ballina on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $37, select.

Sydney.$38 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Ballina on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $38, select.

Sydney.$43 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $43, select.

Sydney.$45 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Ballina on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $45, select.

Sydney.$47 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Ballina on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $47, select.

Sydney.$48 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Ballina on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $48, select.

Sydney.$48 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Ballina on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $48, select.

Sydney.$51 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $51, select.

The cheapest month to fly to Sydney Airport

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Cheapest month:July

Most expensive month:April

Airports near Sydney

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Direct flights to Sydney

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight to Sydney?

The average flight time to Sydney is 56 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from Canberra.

Which airlines offer direct flights to Sydney?

Qantas, Air New Zealand, Hawaiian Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Singapore Airlines all fly direct to Sydney.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Sydney?

The cheapest month to fly to Sydney is usually July.

How can I find the best flight deal to Sydney?

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.

Can I get a direct flight to Sydney Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 52 minutes.

How much are return flights to Sydney?

The best price we found for a return flight to Sydney is $75. 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.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Sydney Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Sydney Airport is Tuesday, 22 July 2025.

When is the best time to book flights to Sydney?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Sydney with?

Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Flying to Sydney

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$37
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	1 hr, 52 mins
Most popular airline	Qantas
Average flights per week	6,847

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How to find cheap flights to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way flight to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is $37. A round-trip plane ticket to SYD right now is $75.
Set a Price Alert for tickets to SYD and skip the endless refreshing. We'll stay on top of it for you, sending notifications when fares go down.
We recommend booking roughly six months before takeoff. This is when you're most likely to get the best prices for tickets to Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located.
Broaden your search for cheap flights to Sydney by choosing the 'Add nearby airports' box. This lets you compare prices for all the airports closest to your departure and destination points and could help you save money.
Look for plane tickets to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport that come with a stop. Indirect routes are often cheaper. Once your results appear, select the 'Stops' filter to see your options.

Best time to go to Sydney

You can typically catch the cheapest flight to Sydney in May.
To find the month or even day with the cheapest flights to SYD, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you have flexible travel dates, look for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest fares that are available.
If you'd love to experience Sydney at its busiest, book your flights to SYD for July. Being on holiday during peak periods generally means there's more to see and do than at other times of the year.
Travel in April if you want to avoid the crowds. This is the quietest time of the year and also when plane tickets to Sydney are often less expensive.
The weather can make or break your holiday, so consider the type of conditions you want to get away in. Sydney is warmest in January, with averages of between 17ºC and 32ºC.
Temperatures are at their lowest in July, when they range from 5ºC to 19ºC.

Flying to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

Skip the layovers and get to Sydney in a single journey. Lock in a direct flight to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport with one of these popular airlines:
Eager to get a good night's sleep or just freshen up after your flight to SYD? These hotels near Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport offer the ideal place to kick back and relax:

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

The distance from SYD to central Sydney is about 18 kilometres.
If you're driving a car hire or taking a cab after your flight to SYD, it'll take around 20 minutes to reach the centre.
Expect the ride to take about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Make the most of your time in Sydney by choosing one of these top stays:

Sydney highlights

Sydney Opera House

Make Sydney Opera House the first place you visit after your flight to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. You'll find it in Dawes Point around 2 kilometres north of the city centre.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Drop by Sydney Harbour Bridge and you'll be checking off one of the biggest attractions in Sydney. It's roughly 2 kilometres north of the centre in Dawes Point.

Bondi Beach

From the heart of the city, this highlight is around 6 kilometres east. It's located in the Paddington neighbourhood and the perfect addition to any Sydney trip.

Complete your trip with a Sydney car hire

Pick from a selection of car rentals in Sydney and go where you want, when you want. With one easy search, compare rates and book the best deal after securing your hotel and cheap flight to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.