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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl 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.

Recent return flight deals from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl.
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09:30 - 23:00SYD-JFK
27h 30m1 stop
12:55 - 07:30JFK-SYD
28h 35m1 stop
$1,587Asiana Airlines
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Thu, 11 Sep - Sun, 14 Sep
09:20 - 21:15SYD-JFK
25h 55m2 stops
09:00 - 07:20JFK-SYD
32h 20m2 stops
$1,591Air Canada
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Thu, 11 Sep - Tue, 16 Sep
09:30 - 23:00SYD-JFK
27h 30m1 stop
01:30 - 07:30JFK-SYD
40h 00m1 stop
$1,598Asiana Airlines
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Thu, 11 Sep - Mon, 15 Sep
09:20 - 22:45SYD-JFK
51h 25m2 stops
09:00 - 07:20JFK-SYD
56h 20m2 stops
$1,606Air Canada
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Tue, 13 May - Tue, 27 May
21:50 - 13:10SYD-JFK
29h 20m1 stop
10:00 - 11:25JFK-SYD
35h 25m2 stops
$1,893Cathay Pacific
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Mon, 15 Sep - Sat, 20 Sep
21:50 - 13:10SYD-JFK
29h 20m1 stop
01:55 - 09:45JFK-SYD
41h 50m2 stops
$1,909Cathay Pacific
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Mon, 15 Sep - Fri, 19 Sep
20:55 - 22:55SYD-JFK
40h 00m1 stop
13:30 - 19:15JFK-SYD
39h 45m1 stop
$2,074ANA
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Thu, 26 Jun - Sun, 27 Jul
20:55 - 22:55SYD-JFK
40h 00m1 stop
13:30 - 19:15JFK-SYD
39h 45m1 stop
$2,160ANA
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Tue, 29 Apr - Tue, 6 May
09:10 - 16:27SYD-JFK
21h 17m1 stop
07:29 - 07:05JFK-SYD
33h 36m1 stop
$2,202Qantas Airways
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Mon, 25 Aug - Sun, 7 Sep
17:45 - 14:33SYD-JFK
34h 48m1 stop
06:00 - 07:05JFK-SYD
35h 05m1 stop
$2,203Qantas Airways
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Tue, 2 Sep - Sun, 28 Sep

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to New York John F Kennedy Airport on a Friday and more expensive on a Thursday. On your return trip to Sydney, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Thursdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is August, where tickets cost $1,895 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,934 and $2,230 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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February

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December

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Most popular time to fly (38% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport flights

  • Can I fly directly from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to John F Kennedy International NYC (JFK)?

    While there are no direct flights available between Sydney Airport and JFK Airport, the majority of flights have only one stopover, with Dallas/Fortworth International Airport (DFW) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) being the most popular.

  • What amenities does Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) have?

    The busiest airport in Australia, Sydney Airport has a great deal to offer travellers waiting for their flights. Whether you are looking to shop at the big brands like Gucci or Armani, or wanting a delicious gourmet meal to hold you over till your flight, Sydney Airport has much to offer its travellers, post-security. Make sure to check out their News & Events page on their website to see what fun things they have going on when you travel.

  • Which airlines have lounges in Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)?

    Of the primary airlines travelling between Sydney and JFK Airport, only Qantas has a lounge at Sydney Airport. With incredible dining and business facilities, anyone wanting to lounge in style before their flight to New York is recommended to make the most of Qantas and their lounge services.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport was $481 for a one-way ticket and $993 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    When flying out of Sydney you will be using Sydney Kingsford Smith. You will be landing at New York John F Kennedy Airport, also known as New York John F Kennedy Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and New York John F Kennedy Airport, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to New York John F Kennedy Airport from Sydney?

    Los Angeles is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to New York, Korean Air or ANA?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to New York are Korean Air and ANA. With an average price for the route of $2,461 and an overall rating of 8.4, Korean Air is the most popular choice. ANA is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $2,211 and an overall rating of 8.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sydney to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,896 or less one-way and $1,702 or less round-trip.
  • While a variety of airlines journey from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK), we recommend looking at flights from providers American Airlines and Qantas Airways. With many daily flights from Sydney to JFK, any delays or cancellations can be quickly amended.
  • John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the primary airport servicing New York City and is the largest in the area; however, for travellers looking to stay near New Jersey, in areas such as Lower Manhattan or Staten Island, it is worth looking for flights into Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). While the airport is much smaller and can therefore accommodate less traffic, it is located closer to these areas than JFK Airport and can offer shorter drive times.
  • For travellers who are able to drive and are seeking to explore nearby American cities such as Philadelphia, it is generally advisable to fly into JFK Airport rather than Newark Airport or other surrounding airports; JFK Airport is the primary airport in the area and able to accommodate a greater volume of flights.
  • For travellers with an early flight out of Sydney and looking to find a hotel nearby, we suggest staying at the Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel. Located across from the International Terminal at Sydney Airport, the Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel is brilliant for anyone not wanting to worry about the journey to the airport.
  • If you plan on driving to Sydney Airport, make sure to park in car park P7. This dedicated car park for international travellers is only a 5min walk from the terminal. Alternatively, a valet service is available for a fee, just outside the departure gates.
  • If you want to leave the car at home while you holiday, we recommend catching the Sydney Airport Line train that runs throughout the day between the airport and the city centre. While during peak times the train can get very crowded, it is in general cheaper than taking a taxi.
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Top 5 airlines serving from Sydney to John F Kennedy Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sydney to New York. 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.
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8.3
ANAOverall score based on 831 reviews
7.6Food
8.2Comfort
8.7Crew
7.9Entertainment
8.5Boarding
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Thankful for the staff who provided blankets cause the plane was quite cold and no way to adjust the airflow in the seats next to the bathroom.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Mar 2025HND - SFO
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Thankful for the staff who provided blankets cause the plane was quite cold and no way to adjust the airflow in the seats next to the bathroom.

This was the best airline I’ve ever taken. The staff are amazing. The food was great. The pilot was phenomenal. I would highly recommend this airline.

Uh there was a delay, because of the weather. And what took usually an hour flight to Louisville took about 6+ hours. Flight got canceled

I had to get rerouted because the weather delayed my flight enough to miss both of my connecting flights. I select nearly 2 hours on customer service trying to get rerouted and had to miss my first plane which took my luggage to San Francisco. Luckily, customer service sent me to the same airport but I had to ride 12 hours in economy after I paid extra for premium economy. Totally sucks that I overpaid. Customer service and airplane crew were great and really helpful though. Although I still hate how small the seat was, especially since I'm smaller than average, I can't imagine how much it would suck for an average sized person.

Flight attendant took good care of my mom as she boarded on and off the aircraft from her wheelchair. I did not care much for the food nor the movie options Available. I appreciated the increased legroom available in economy. This was one of the main reasons we chose the airline. Overall, the good value and I would fly again.

Cabin crew were excellent in taking care of my mom as she boarded the aircraft from her wheelchair. Did not care much for the food served.

I stopped flying with United back in the nineties. Today's experience reminded me of why.

ANA was fine. LAX has some major problems. I needed a wheelchair and BKK and Narita were very good. I do have to remember NOT to tip in Japan. LAX however, was poor. first the attendant wasn't able to push me. The next person left me stranded in several locations. They would just leave me where ever they felt like; No logic to these locations. finally when we cleared immigration, they (there were several people who didn't seem to care about their job) left me in a large room with a baggage carousal. I tried to locate my luggage to no avail. meanwhile my connection was getting closer. I finally talked with Emir from ANA and he showed me to my carousal which was located a few rooms away from where LAX personnel stranded me. Emir also found a good wheelchair attendant to take me the rest of the way. Without Emir from ANA, I would still be stranded, given the amount of care shown by the first wheelchair attendants.

We have had better ANA experience. The crew are friendly.

Seat width can be a bit wider. not nice that they charge extra for the window seats. online check in can be greatly improved. in other words, their online interface is bad.

The seats felt very small. We were supplied with pillows and blankets, which was nice. Lots of noise from the bathroom, plus exterior noise. Made it hard to hear the entertainment system, even using my own noise-cancelling headphones. The food was really bad. I generally request a vegetarian meal and one was supplied, but the pasta was cold and hard and there was nothing pleasant about it. Two meals were served on this flight; one was a repeat of the meal I had had on the flight immediately preceding this one, which was bad enough I didn't even try it. Drinks were very limited. All I wanted was water, and on a 10.5 hour flight, I was given 3 cups of about 3 ounces each.

The seats felt very small. We were supplied with pillows and blankets, which was nice. Lots of noise from the bathroom, plus exterior noise. Made it hard to hear the entertainment system, even using my own noise-cancelling headphones. The food was really bad. I generally request a vegetarian meal and one was supplied, but the pasta was cold and hard and there was nothing pleasant about it. Drinks were very limited. All I wanted was water, and on a 4 hour flight, I was given 2 cups of about 3 ounces each.

We took business class, It was comfortable and I was able to sleep.

Everything was perfect. A flight attendant even brought me snacks after I declined food due to my desire to force myself to follow the destination time zone.

For the most part, it was an enjoyable experience. It's the 2nd half of the journey was a bit uncomfortable. It was on a noticable smaller plane compared to the previous one.

Only process that my luggage didn’t make it to my destination because of short connection but I understand

The boarding process was good. The toilet could be better maintained.

This has been the worst experience I've ever had. We arrived to Ho Chi Minh Airport and were supposed to get our Asiana ticket from the transfer counter as we came with a different airline. However, the staff at the transfer counter were not helpful and kept giving us different information. We were first told by Asiana airlines staff we had to wait 2 hours so they could print out and give us our tickets, then someone else told us we had to wait 3hrs, someone told us "I don't know, just go sit and wait and we will tell you later." This was at a place in the Ho Chi Minh airport that had no coffee or food shops, nothing, just immigration (to enter Vietnam with a Vietnam Visa) and security (to transfer into the gates) but we needed our printed boarding pass to go through. It wasn't until we demanded to speak to a supervisor as our flight time was 1hr away because they kept telling us "there's alot of time left for your international flight, we will get your tickets later" we still had to wait around 20minutes for the "Supervisor" to give us our tickets. I would NOT recommend Asiana Airlines, especially if going thru Ho Chi Minh Airport as they are not helpful. (We almost missed our flight, due to their lazyness and incompetence of printing our tickets) I would suggest Asiana Airlines to have a Machine in the transfer area so passengers can easily print out their boarding passes themselves and save some money by not hiring incompetent staff that can't do a simple task such as printing a boarding pass.

Great service. They could offer vegetarian food and do more to reduce waste.

I like the food, the crew and everything.!!! Except for the delay in our flight.

Very good as always, stand out airline. The passengers whom choose to stuff baggage that otherwise should be checked-in is a real bother but that's not the airlines doing. A real frustration that passengers just don't want to check-in luggage. This is a pet hate unfortunately.

It’s a two prop flight so I had problems with my ears on re- entering ! But otherwise fine

I love flying with Qantas. There was no onscreen entertaining on this flight, and only a snack provided (not a meal) but still better than Jetstar or Virgin (in my opinion) so still happy.

Complaint is with American Airlines which delayed our flight from salt lake to Dallas reaulting in us missing our connection to Brisbane. Had to spend 24 hours in Dallas to wait for the next flight. Awful experience and ruined my wife’s birthday.

Wheelchair assistance to move through the terminals and to/from the plane door was excellent. No vegan snack on the flight, only something with salami and cheese in it.

The old Plane had not been cleaned properly in a long time.

Planes was old - business class seats looked like they were installed in the 80s

Our baggage didn’t arrive with us on the plane. Need I say more?

I got upgraded from economy to business, and the experience was outstanding

I have taken this flight many times. It is ALWAYS late. Every time there is significant delay (1-3 hours) before boarding. It’s very consistent. Even after boarding the expected landing time was delayed twice. The seats are very narrow and cramped. Food is barely editable. Considering an economy ticket often costs about $2,000 it’s one of the worst services ever.

So so, crew was overly professional and lacks human touch. Equipment is very old, especially the HKG-PVG CX366 flight. That plane along with its decor must have twenty years of history, or at least I had that impression.

very professional and very attentive to my Special Needs as I required a Wheel Chair and assistance to board

The flight was delayed for 30 mins. The overall experience was good.

The economy seats are much indeed roomier. Meals needs improvement.

It was okay overall but the food was very, very bad.

When comes to Taiwan airlines China airlines is the best rest are pure trash

Baggage delayed for 2 days and still chasing for reimbursement of basis items. Very horrible customer care service.

Horrible. No good food. Baggage missed to onboard and came after a day. No support to compensate the delay. Customer care cannot see the status of the complaint. No reply of the email.

bad… no veg food was provided eventhough i pre ordered special meal

Excellent service provided the flight crew. Food and drinks were very good.

Actually as my experience with air Canada from Canada to Newark it was crazy for me because it was a lot of delays which for me it shouldn’t be like that, but I was able to coup with it so that was my experience I hope next time they will do good on that thanks.

All was fine. Weather was a bit stormy, but nothing kayak can do about that! 😊

flight was delayed, there was open communication about the delay the delay pushed way past the posted delay time and

Full compliments to Captain for all four landing. Crew could be more polite and nice.

So smooth and easy! From boarding to arriving, we are very happy with our experience on air Canada.

AC needs to update their fleet. Too many mechanical issues, dated planes and too many delays

was wondreful! just let me know what airline im flying in advance!

There was a long delay on tarmac. The pilot kept us informed. The flight stewards were not entertaining or comforting. During the flight we received minimal service. Several food choices for purchase were not available at our seating of row 52. Only twice were we offered water for hydration. A half hour before landing teh pilot acknowledged that some passengers with connecting flights should tell flight stewards and they would help.. We had a connecting flight thand at should have had a 2+ hour layover and now would be less than 1 hour from departure. The flight attendant told us not to worry.. plenty of time. We did not get off the plane until after 6 o'clock. We are seniors (ages 74 and 72 ) and had to walk the length of the terminal to go thru customs and the length of the next terminal to departure gate for 6:30 a boarding call. We ran and were breathing hard and reached the departure gate by 6:50. We rate the flight stewards negatively...the pilot did his best.

I book my air canada flight and i am an aeroplan card holder however I was required to pay for my first check-in bag. Terrible experience

Was nice to have plug in and TV screen on seat back. Didn't have either on rouge flights. Staff was excellent.

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