Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is 15 hours ahead of New York.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your JFK to SYD flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between JFK and SYD:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Auckland Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is 435 €. A return ticket is currently 733 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from JFK to SYD, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from JFK to SYD.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near JFK. Whether you have an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and discover more of Sydney and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Sydney. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the most popular month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Sydney in April.
When reserving your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JFK to SYD sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Sydney, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Travel around 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to check off its top attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Australia, head for Newcastle, about 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are among its highlights.