How many flights from Sydney to New York are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 1% of flights from Sydney to New York have been non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed is 2. Travelers should anticipate connecting flights when planning this route, as direct options are historically very limited.

What's the flight time from Sydney to New York?

The typical direct flight time from Sydney to New York is approximately 21 hours and 10 minutes. This route covers a distance of 15992 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is around 23 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should prepare for a lengthy journey, especially if their itinerary includes connections.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Sydney to New York?

Historically, good prices on flights from Sydney to New York are observed with frequent regularity. This indicates that travelers have consistent opportunities to find competitive fares for this route. While specific deals vary, the pattern suggests that this is a route where good prices appear often.

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Sydney to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to New York

Most itineraries for flights from Sydney to New York connect at least once, with only 1% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2, indicating that most journeys involve multiple segments.

A typical journey from Sydney to New York takes approximately 21h 10m, including connections. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the overall travel time for connecting flights. The median connecting flight time is 30h 40m, while the median non-stop flight time is 21h 10m.

The route from Sydney to New York covers a substantial distance of 15,992 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This significant distance means travelers should expect extended flight times and often multiple connections.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to New York? The most affordable months to fly are typically February, with a median fare of $981, and January, with a median fare of $1024. April also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $1418. These months present the best opportunities for securing lower prices on this route.

Fares for cheap flights from Sydney to New York typically range from $1527–$2363, with a median price of $1881. Right now, fares are near the typical level, and 11% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to New York

Regular price: A$1,750 - A$2,552

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to New York is AUD 1750-AUD 2552. The current lowest deal is AUD 1404 with Air Canada for travel from Nov 2-Nov 16.

now A$1,404

Low A$1,750

High A$2,552

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to New York

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to New York City is March, with a median price of $1304. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $2200. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,304

January

Most Expensive

Flights from A$2,200

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Direct flights from Sydney to New York

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to New York

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - New York

Sydney (SYD) - New York (EWR)

United Airlines

A$2,076

A$1,441

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - New York

Sydney (SYD) - New York (EWR)

United Airlines

A$2,081

A$1,444

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - New York

Sydney (SYD) - New York (LGA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

A$2,173

A$1,494

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - New York

Sydney (SYD) - New York (LGA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

A$2,293

A$1,503

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - New York

Sydney (SYD) - New York (EWR)

United Airlines

A$2,220

A$1,441

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - New York

Sydney (SYD) - New York (EWR)

United Airlines

A$2,081

A$1,442

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to New York

7 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 14

A$2,716 → A$1,830

33%

22 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 30

A$2,797 → A$1,930

31%

8 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 14

A$2,662 → A$1,817

32%

8 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 10

A$2,630 → A$1,822

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to New York

Sydney - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Sydney to New York are near the typical level for the last 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March has the cheapest median price at $1304, compared to the route's median of $1881.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 30h 40m

The median flight duration for connecting flights on this route is 30h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 99% of all flights on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

QantasLink offers direct deals

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

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Sydney to New York are frequent, appearing often in the last 30 days.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport (SYD) is a convenient option for flights from Sydney to New York.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$1,422

New York main airports to arrive at

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International is a key arrival airport for flights from Sydney to New York.

📍 ~21 km from New York city center (reachable by car, train, and bus)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,422

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County is a useful alternative arrival airport, especially for travelers heading to Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester suburbs.

📍 ~50 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$2,456

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

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$8,069

$5,360

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Sydney to New York are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $1532. Booking 7-13 days out sees an average price of $2051, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure usually results in an average price of $2452. Planning ahead by at least two weeks can lead to significant savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Sydney to New York is considered to be $1527 or less. The median price for this route has been $1881. Prices can range, with 75% of prices observed being $2363 or less. Travelers aiming for a good deal should target prices at or below the $1527 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Sydney to New York are February, with a median price of $981, and January, with a median price of $1024. April also tends to offer more competitive prices, with a median of $1418. The annual median price for this route is $1881, indicating that these specific months offer considerable savings.

Sydney to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to New York

How much is a round trip from Sydney to New York

Regular price: A$1,750 - A$2,552

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to New York is AUD 1750-AUD 2552. The current lowest deal is AUD 1404 with Air Canada for travel from Nov 2-Nov 16.

now A$1,404

Low A$1,750

High A$2,552

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to New York

March

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,304

January

Most Expensive

Flights from A$2,200

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