What percentage of Sydney to London flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 0.5% of flights from Sydney to London have been direct. For journeys involving connecting flights, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that direct routes are less common for this particular journey. Most travelers should anticipate at least one stopover when planning their trip.

How many hours is the flight from Sydney to London?

The median flight time for a direct flight from Sydney to London is approximately 24 hours and 50 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration increases to about 28 hours and 25 minutes. The distance between Sydney and London is approximately 16956 kilometers. Travelers should account for these durations when planning their journey.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Sydney to London?

Historically, flying with a layover from Sydney to London has been more economical. The median price for connecting flights has been $1850, while direct flights have a median price of $1956. This represents a premium of 6% for choosing a direct route. Although direct flights make up 0.8% of the available options, travelers can typically save money by opting for a flight with one or more stops.

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Sydney to London: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to London

For travelers planning cheap flights from Sydney to London, the data indicates that April is typically the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $1317. Other cost-effective options include May, with a median fare of $1474, and November, where the median fare is $1538. These months offer the most favorable pricing for this route.

Fares for flights from Sydney to London typically range from $1380 to $2335, with a median of $1814. Right now, current fares are below the typical level for this route. Approximately 14% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that competitive deals do appear. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices regularly.

When flying from Sydney to London, most itineraries connect at least once, as only 0.5% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should generally expect a journey with multiple segments rather than a direct route.

A typical journey from Sydney to London takes approximately 24h 50m, including connections. For itineraries that involve connecting flights, the median journey time extends to about 31h 25m. This route is classified as a long-haul flight, covering a distance of 16956 kilometers.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to London

Regular price: A$1,628 - A$2,478

Prices for flights from Sydney to London are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to London is AUD 1628 to AUD 2478. The current lowest deal is AUD 1162 with FlyAsianXpress for travel from Nov 15-Nov 27.

now A$1,162

Low A$1,628

High A$2,478

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to London

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to London is November, with a median price of 1522 USD. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of 2306 USD. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,522

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$2,306

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Direct flights from Sydney to London

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Last-minute flights going from Sydney to London

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

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Sydney (SYD) - London (LGW)

China Eastern Airlines

A$2,078

A$1,262

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - London

Sydney (SYD) - London (LGW)

China Eastern Airlines

A$2,199

A$1,225

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - London

Sydney (SYD) - London (LGW)

China Eastern Airlines

A$2,057

A$1,271

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - London

Sydney (SYD) - London (LGW)

China Eastern Airlines

A$2,128

A$1,234

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

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SYD - London

Sydney (SYD) - London (LGW)

China Eastern Airlines

A$1,926

A$1,262

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - London

Sydney (SYD) - London (LGW)

China Eastern Airlines

A$2,105

A$1,269

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to London

27 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 29

A$2,766 → A$1,444

48%

15 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 29

A$2,948 → A$1,630

45%

25 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 28

A$2,804 → A$1,515

46%

26 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 28

A$2,766 → A$1,504

46%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to London

Sydney - London route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Sydney to London are below the typical level, with a median price of $1814.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November offers the lowest median prices at $1522 for flights from Sydney to London.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a 24h 50m direct flight

Direct flights from Sydney to London typically take 24h 50m, while connecting flights average 31h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 50% of recent deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

QantasLink offers direct flights

QantasLink has offered direct flights on this route, providing a nonstop option for travelers.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Sydney to London are frequent, appearing often in 30-day windows.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport (SYD) is a primary option for flights from Sydney to London.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~A$1,286

London main airports to arrive at

London Stansted (STN)

Cheapest

London Stansted is a good option for flights from Sydney to London, with prices from 1286 AUD.

📍 ~49 km from London city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,286

Airports nearby London used as alternative

Birmingham (BHX)

Cheapest

Birmingham Airport is a major international hub and a reliable alternative when London airports are congested.

📍 ~160 km from London (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,456

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to London

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Sydney to London is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been observed at approximately $1906. Booking within 14-27 days of departure also offers competitive pricing, with an average of $1946. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging around $2349.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Sydney to London is considered to be $1380 or less. The median price for this route has been $1814. Prices can range, with 75% of observed flights costing up to $2335. Travelers aiming for the most economical options should target fares at or below the $1380 threshold.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to London, with a median price of $1317. May also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $1474. While November has a median price of $1538, it is important to note that the annual median price for this route is $1814. Travelers looking for lower fares should consider these months.

Sydney to London: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to London

How much is a round trip from Sydney to London

Regular price: A$1,628 - A$2,478

Prices for flights from Sydney to London are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to London is AUD 1628 to AUD 2478. The current lowest deal is AUD 1162 with FlyAsianXpress for travel from Nov 15-Nov 27.

now A$1,162

Low A$1,628

High A$2,478

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to London

November

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,522

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$2,306

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