Flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to New York: what you need to know
New York is 16 hours behind Sydney, where Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is located. New York observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your SYD to New York flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from SYD to New York with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The journey from central Sydney to SYD takes about 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 8 kms (5 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to New York? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to SYD:
Of all flights leaving Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport, 66% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to New York
£377 is currently the best price for a one-way Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to New York flight. A return plane ticket starts from £800. These prices may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from SYD to New York, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to New York across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kms (15 miles) away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near JFK if you have a late flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to New York. Pick one of these options and make arrival day easier:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from SYD to New York.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
After your flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to New York has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kms (15 miles) from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to EWR. Kick back and get cosy after your SYD to New York flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
You'll find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to New York has landed. Central New York is around 13 kms (8 miles) from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 30 minutes to reach by car.
The journey takes about 55 minutes if you use public transport.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your break by choosing a hotel near LGA after your SYD to New York flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply take a moment to find your footing in a new place at:
Plan ahead and reap the rewards. Book your vehicle from LGA two weeks before your flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to New York to access the best deals.
New York LaGuardia Airport's official address is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
July is the most popular month for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to New York. To escape the crowds, visit New York in December.
Lock in a Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to New York plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from SYD to New York around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about New York
After booking your flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to New York, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are top sights which should feature on any good New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of New York. Around 129 kms (80 miles) away to the southwest, check out popular attractions including Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 306 kms (190 miles) northeast of New York, Boston is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.