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$540 Find Cheap Flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport

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Cheapest return fare
$1,210
Overall average: $1,618
China Southern
Mon 18/5Mon 25/5
SYD - LHR • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$1,955
Typical prices: $1,991-$3,133
British Airways
Mon 1/6Sun 14/6
SYD - LHR • Direct
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Cheapest • from $1,210 (return)
Best reviews • 8.2 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Sydney and Heathrow. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,755 (return)
Shortest trip • 24h 25m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Heathrow (SYD-LHR)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sydney to Heathrow that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Heathrow

Mon, 18 May - Mon, 25 May
China Southern Logo
14:10 - 19:20
SYD
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LHR
38h 10m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
22:10 - 19:25
LHR
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SYD
36h 15m
1 stop
$1,210China Southern
Tue, 19 May - Sat, 30 May
China Southern Logo
10:05 - 16:15
SYD
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LHR
39h 10m
2 stops
China Southern Logo
22:10 - 19:25
LHR
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SYD
36h 15m
1 stop
$1,212China Southern
Sat, 23 May - Sun, 31 May
China Southern Logo
10:05 - 16:15
SYD
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LHR
39h 10m
2 stops
China Southern Logo
22:10 - 12:25
LHR
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SYD
29h 15m
1 stop
$1,213China Southern
Tue, 26 May - Fri, 29 May
China Southern Logo
14:10 - 19:20
SYD
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LHR
38h 10m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
22:10 - 19:25
LHR
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SYD
36h 15m
1 stop
$1,214China Southern
Mon, 11 May - Mon, 15 Jun
China Southern Logo
14:10 - 19:20
SYD
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LHR
38h 10m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
22:10 - 19:25
LHR
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SYD
36h 15m
1 stop
$1,217China Southern
Sat, 2 May - Sun, 7 Jun
Air China Logo
19:40 - 20:25
SYD
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LHR
33h 45m
1 stop
Air China Logo
22:40 - 14:50
LHR
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SYD
31h 10m
1 stop
$1,219Air China
Sun, 31 May - Thu, 11 Jun
China Southern Logo
10:05 - 19:20
SYD
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LHR
42h 15m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
22:10 - 19:25
LHR
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SYD
36h 15m
1 stop
$1,220China Southern
Sun, 3 May - Tue, 9 Jun
Air China Logo
19:40 - 20:25
SYD
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LHR
33h 45m
1 stop
Air China Logo
22:40 - 14:50
LHR
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SYD
31h 10m
1 stop
$1,222Air China
Thu, 21 May - Wed, 10 Jun
China Southern Logo
10:05 - 19:20
SYD
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LHR
42h 15m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
22:10 - 19:25
LHR
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SYD
36h 15m
1 stop
$1,223China Southern
Sat, 16 May - Fri, 12 Jun
Air China Logo
19:40 - 20:25
SYD
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LHR
33h 45m
1 stop
Air China Logo
22:40 - 14:50
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SYD
31h 10m
1 stop
$1,227Air China
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to Heathrow flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to Heathrow to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Sydney to London Heathrow Airport, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from London Heathrow Airport back to Sydney, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Thursday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport is October, where tickets cost $1,538 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,443 and $2,091 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 13% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$540
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (11% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Sydney to Heathrow

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Heathrow based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Sydney to London Heathrow Airport flights

  • What are the parking options at Sydney Airport?

    Sydney’s Kingsford Smith Airport offers both short- and long-term parking options. If you plan to leave your car at the airport during your trip to London, the P7 car park is ideal as it’s just a short 2-5min walk from International Terminal T1. When booked online, the price per day ranges from around A$ 9 to A$ 59, depending on the length of your stay.

  • How do I hire a vehicle at London Heathrow Airport?

    There are four terminals (T2, T3, T4 and T5) currently operating at London Heathrow Airport, and each has car hire kiosks in the arrivals area. This can be found just past customs and security. Whether you book your vehicle online or at a kiosk, the hire car companies all offer a free shuttle bus service that will take you from your terminal to the parking building, where you can pick up your vehicle.

  • For travellers journeying from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), we recommend having a look at flying with British Airways. With Heathrow being a hub for British Airways, there are a variety of flight times available to fit your schedule.

    If you are looking for a direct flight from Sydney to London, there are a few airlines providing direct flights on certain days of the week. Look at British Airways’ flights throughout the week to see when their direct flights are.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport was $540 for a one-way ticket and $1,210 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    On your way to London Heathrow Airport, you’ll fly out from Sydney Kingsford Smith. You’ll be landing at London Heathrow.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    The Airbus A380-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to London Heathrow Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and London Heathrow Airport, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to London Heathrow Airport from Sydney?

    Singapore is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to London, Singapore Airlines or Emirates?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to London are Singapore Airlines and Emirates. With an average price for the route of $1,922 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $2,094 and an overall rating of 8.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to London Heathrow Airport from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to London Heathrow Airport with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to London Heathrow Airport from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,646 or less one-way and $2,282 or less round-trip.
  • Flights from Sydney’s Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) depart from International Terminal T1. Heathrow Airport has four terminals (T2, T3, T4 and T5), and the one you arrive at will depend on the airline you fly with; it should be printed on your boarding pass.
  • If you have a pet that needs to be cared for during your trip to London, you’ll find a top-quality pet hotel in the Sydney Airport precinct. Hanrob Pet Hotel is available for a short or long-term stay, and they’ll even arrange video calls so you can check on your beloved pet.
  • Taxi and rideshare providers offer a convenient way to get from your doorstep to the international check-in area at Sydney Airport. The trip usually takes around 20min, though this does depend on traffic conditions, and you can expect to pay roughly A$ 45 to A$ 55.
  • Flying into Heathrow Airport (LHR) will find you at the most established, central and high-functioning of the six airports serving the London area in the UK. It has three different train stations linking the terminals, all connected to Paddington station by Heathrow Express and Heathrow Connect.
  • If you need some beauty or R&R after a long flight, pop into Heathrow’s Be Relax Beauty Spa at Terminal 5B (Gate 35) and grab a quick massage or facial.
  • Regular travellers to Heathrow Airport can take advantage of the Heathrow rewards system. It offers loyalty points to spend in participating stores, exclusive offers and other benefits.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Sydney to Heathrow

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sydney to London. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sydney to Heathrow? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.2
Singapore AirlinesOverall score based on 1475 reviews
8.0Comfort
7.8Food
8.6Crew
8.3Boarding
8.0Entertainment
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They ran out of the second choice of food was stuck with fish

4.0 OkayOscar, Mar 2026
LAX - NRT
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They ran out of the second choice of food was stuck with fish

Excellent crew service. Professional, courteous. Service with a smile. Good food Very decent flight experience

Service was very good, food and entertainment systems were good

The flight arrived on time. 2×2 seating meant no one needed to sit in the middle. This was a connectibf flight from Singapore and required going to 3 counters in different levels to check a golf bag

Pleasant business class flight experience with good onboarding experience. Flight service team was excellent with usual book-the-chef menu available

a completely full flight - felt quite carmped in, despite being on the window seat. Meal served could better. Surely different from pre-covid trips I used to take to and from Bangkok.

Best airline I think. No problems with anything. Crew were great, no problems with the airline food and entertainment and a smooth flight.

Service was top notch and the attention to passengers is great. Takeoff and landing was on schedule. Food selection is good

Lounge a access was excellent as was the attentiveness and service from the crew as always. The food and drink supplied were of good quality. The entertainment system had a good selection and I liked the mapping system supplied. However the screen wild have been bigger and the operation a little smoother to navigate. The seats were barely comfortable, but adequate.

Crew and service excellent. 2 hour delay for takeoff. SQ app showed flight on time.

It was great. It was my first time with Cathay Pacific and I really recommend.

In economy, very cramped. Once the front seat was reclined it was almost impossible to get in and out of our seat. The personnel was excellent.

Selected ovo lacto meal because I’m ok with milk products but not any meat. It was terrible. We had the same selection back in October when we had traveled and it was pretty good at that time. It was gross this time.

See previous answers. Also food options limited, entertainment difficult to use and did not work properly, lay flat bed is quite big but very hard and uncomfortable

There could have been more options on the entertainment section Nothing was available for non English speaking passengers

Crew was very good, but could have checked on us when meals were not being served also.

great experience. better than all other airlines flying this route.

Flight from Hong Kong to LAX was late, the plane was grubby, overcrowded and hot. I recently flew Starlux and that was a MUCH better experience.

Given the Business class airfare, the food variety and quality both were substandard. The crew was not interested to serve other choices and work hard to provide alternatives. Very disappointing food service.

Crew and food were great in-flight. We had a 2 hour delay, no communication, and just got left in a limbo. The crew arrived late and they were running checkouts on the plane (which is important, but why not doing it earlier?) Cathay did nothing to about the delay, and a lot of people missed their connection flights. I had to run and got stuck at checkpoint, which made my entire trip very unpleasant. Got to my gate 5 mins prior to them closing it.

My experience was great overall. Tanya was particularly friendly and helpful the entire trip. I was very pleased with her customer service skills. The plane was an older aircraft but the entire way was comfortable with barely any turbulence at all. Qantas should speed up its fleet renovation. Totally recommend using this airline.

When I originally booked this flight, I was expecting to travel on Qantas. When the itinerary changed and the long-haul segment was operated by American Airlines, we were disappointed but remained open-minded. Unfortunately, the overall service experience fell far short of expectations. This was a long-haul international flight. Getting up periodically to use the restroom or stretch is inevitable, especially on flights of this duration. However, each time we stood up, we felt as though we were inconveniencing the crew. The tone and body language often suggested that we were in the way or disrupting something simply by moving about the cabin. As a result, I avoided getting up as often as I needed to and was physically very sore upon arrival. Meal service was similarly impersonal. The options were presented in single words “beef or veggie,” “pasta or beef” without any description of what was actually being served. There was little engagement or courtesy beyond that. Even simple expressions of gratitude were often not acknowledged. I am accustomed to no-frills travel and do not expect luxury. What was disappointing was not the absence of extras, but the absence of basic warmth and professionalism. On a long-haul international flight, small moments of courtesy and humanity make a significant difference. In this case, the experience felt transactional and dismissive rather than welcoming. I hope this feedback is taken constructively, as there is a meaningful difference between efficient service and indifferent service.

Qantas is always subpar beyond comfy chairs for a domestic flight

an hour late, then had to disembark on back stairs and take 4 flights up to get to main airport. No warning, and difficulty for those with canes and poor knees.

Business seats not as comfortable or private as most competitors (e.g. Qantas was outstanding), and movie selection was much more limited than Qantas or United has been recently

Hard to move and get out of my seat when the passenger in front is in recline position.

It was a good flight and no complaints. It just wasn't anything that was better than any other flight.

The crew were wonderful - if only the customers were as well behaved as the attendants!! Ha ha! If you could just talk to God and ask for less turbulence next time.... Juuuuust kidding....

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

did not get a notification about seat selection ahead of time. We didn't end up sitting together.

I was denied boarding at the Brisbane airport and it seems like I won’t get any refunds from the airline

In my return flight they couldn’t identify my ticket or boarding pass, I had to go to 3 different counters until I was able to get my boarding pass. The food was on, it was the bear minimum. They didn’t even recognise that I was a Muslim and can’t eat meat, chicken or pork. In one of the trays I believe they served me pork. The staff were very pleasant, but they need to be aware of their surroundings more carefully, one of them stuck her lower belly right into my face! I was shocked and very uncomfortable.

Overall I had good experience with China Southern airline. Nothing to claim. I hoped they could improve the meal quality that is.

Wow very impressed by the quality and attentiveness of service of China Southern. Lived the blankets! Will definitely fly with them again. Despite language barriers, a few attendants know enough English to understand our rudimentary Mandarin and respond to basic questions. Although they don’t explain the beverage and meal service on the website or ticketing documents, they offered regular beverage cart and snacks during the beginning hours and end hours of the long, transoceanic flight. A full meal at the beginning and end of the flight as well, and a midflight small sandwich (dinner roll sized) but we weren’t hungry and didn’t try that one. The expectation is that every sleeps during the middle of the flight. We were on a “redeye” departure from LAX with a morning arrival in China, so I don’t know if this service pattern is the same for other flights. The domestic flight we took from Guangzhou to Harbin offered conventional refreshments and meals like a US flight service. Note that they didn’t offer diet sodas. If you like to stay hydrated, I recommend bringing plenty of your own. It is served in small cups like any other drink. You can ask for a bottle but they’re tiny - about 6 ounces.

China Southern was not the problem. I booked my flight through Kayak and also received a booking reference and alert details regarding departure time and gate numbers… however Kayak NEVER actually booked my flight! We were stranded at the airport without a flight for a long awaited holiday!

The connection between LA and Atlanta was too much stress

Terrible boarding experience,,food is very poor that I I . Never going book this airline again.

The crew were kind, patient and responsive. The service was excellent, even though we travelled the cheapest economy class. We arrived at our destination 40 min early, which for a 15+ hour flight is a great bonus. The boarding seemed a bit "loose", but got us boarded on time, and the plane was off exactly @ 0:30 hrs.

The airport didn‘t give me the ticket. I called customer service to ask for a refund but they kept giving me a perfunctory response and refused to refund me.

The seats seemed smaller than other business class offerings. The entertainment menu was limited. Flight crew was good.

Business class ticket should include lounge access and seat selection. The food quality and varieties should be more. It was surpirise that no dessert was offered.

Dear Team, I purchased a full travel package that included 2 checked bags through you and JustFly. However, when I arrived at the airport, my ticket showed 0 checked bags. Since I was traveling internationally to India with 2 bags, It was a $200 per bag at the counter, which was extremely disappointing. For an international trip, why would I ever choose a no‑bag option for only $20–$30 less? This seems like an error in the booking process, and I am requesting clarification and a resolution. I have called JustFly and on phone for 1 hr :53 min and they couldn't help till I show some kind of proof etc which isn't possible but besides that love your service and using it for years !

Good one but just notice that you have to ask several time to get water or coffee .

Ethiad wanted to charge me $1100 for 2 checked bags on a ticket that was $550. Nother the airline or airfare assist was willing to help before arriving at the airport. All parties said it was the other responsibility to help. Never flying ethiad or using kayak again.

Good service. But on flight to Kochi no entertainment except in app. And no working outlets to charge phone.

No entertainment except on app. No outlets working to charge. Good service

Dirty and smelly lavatory and toilets in Wamos Air operated flights

It was mediocre. Honestly, the flight was late but that didn’t bother me as I had plenty of time. The only thing that bothered me is that the crew never asked to make the beds for us in business class. Maybe the crew was exhausted and that just didn’t occur to them.

On this flight...fine. The one from India to Abu Dahbi, awful.

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