Cheap flights to Sydney

Finding cheap flights to Sydney

Sydney has the Opera House, Bondi Beach and the Blue Mountains on its doorstep. It is the end of one of the longest journeys you can book, so the route and stopover matter.

Flights from UK airports to Sydney

We book flights to Sydney from London Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham, London Gatwick, Edinburgh and Glasgow. Flying from your nearest airport can save the trip to London, and we compare it with London fares so you can see the difference.

Arriving in Sydney

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is about 8 kilometres south of the city centre. The Airport Link train reaches Central station in around 15 minutes, which is usually quicker than a taxi at busy times.

Direct and one-stop flights

Qantas and British Airways fly from Heathrow to Sydney with a stop in Singapore. Emirates connects through Dubai, Qatar Airways through Doha, Singapore Airlines through Singapore and Cathay Pacific through Hong Kong, and many of these also connect from Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh. A stopover of a few nights on the way can break up the journey, often for little extra on the fare.

Baggage allowance

Most fares to Australia include at least one checked bag. Australia has strict biosecurity rules, so declare any food, plant or animal products when you arrive.

Best time to fly to Sydney

The seasons are the reverse of the UK. December to February is summer and the busiest time, with New Year's Eve the most expensive week of all. March to May and September to November are warm and usually better value. April to June and August often have the lowest fares.

Visas and entry

British passport holders need an eVisitor or an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) before travelling to Australia, applied for through the official Australian Government website or app. Entry rules can change, so check the GOV.UK foreign travel advice before you book and again before you fly.

Tips for booking

April to June and August are usually the cheapest months. Christmas and New Year are the most expensive, so book those six months or more ahead.

Airlines we book to Sydney

We regularly book Qantas, British Airways, Emirates, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines. Tell us your preferred airline, or let us find the best value on your dates.