Journey information
Overview: Sydney to London flight
Flights from Sydney to London depart on average 79 times per day, taking around 23h 34m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $478 (€383) if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 10559 miles (16994 km) distance in 24h 20m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 10559 miles (16994 km) |
Average flight duration 23h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $478 (€383) |
Flights per day 79 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 24h 20m |
Cheapest month to travel November |
First flight 05:20 |
Last flight 23:55 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Sydney to London
Cheapest price
$813
Average price
$999
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h
Average duration
1 d 12 h 14 m
Flights per day
4
Distance
16994 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Sydney to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sydney to London will cost around $999 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $813.
Of the 4 flights that leave Sydney for London onTue, Dec 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct flights cover the 16994 km distance in an average of 1 d 12 h 14 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 d 1 h .
On Tue, Dec 16 the longest flights will take 1 d 20 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Live departures
Sydney to London flight times
The table below shows live departures for Sydney to London flights for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:30 AM Sydney | 33h30 | 7:00 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Sydney | 42h30 | 6:00 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 16 | |||||
![]() | 12:15 AM Sydney | 39h40 | 3:55 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Airlines: Etihad Airways, Emirates, Cathay Pacific , Air India, Korean Air, Asiana, Malaysia Airlines, British Airways from Sydney to LondonFind the best flights between Sydney to London with Omio's travel partners Etihad Airways, Emirates, Cathay Pacific , Air India, Korean Air, Asiana, Malaysia Airlines, British Airways from $478 (€383). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
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FAQs: Sydney to London Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sydney to London by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Notting Hill Carnival, a colorful celebration of Caribbean culture with parades and music
- London Fashion Week, a showcase of the latest trends from top designers
- The Thames Festival, a riverside festival featuring arts, music, and food
- New Year's Eve Fireworks, a spectacular fireworks display over the River Thames to ring in the new year.
- Easter, mild spring weather and blooming flowers
- May Bank Holiday, pleasant temperatures and outdoor activities
- August Bank Holiday, summer festivities and events
- Christmas, festive decorations and holiday markets.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from Sydney to London
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport, with a simple login process.
- Shops are located throughout the airport, including duty-free and brands like Heinemann and Tech2Go.
- Parking available in P1, P2, and P3 for domestic terminals and P7 for intertiol, approximately 5.7€ (AUD 9.50) per hour.
- Various restaurants are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals, including fast food and gourmet options like McDold's and Wolfgang Puck.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Hotels within walking distance, including Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel.
- Showers are available in the intertiol terminal, with some lounges offering complimentary access.
- Lounges available in both terminals, including Qantas and Virgin Australia lounges.
- Lost and Found located in the intertiol terminal, with online forms available for inquiries.
- Car rental services are available at the arrivals area, with companies like Avis and Hertz.
- Train, Airport Link, Domestic and Intertiol stations, 10-15 minutes to city center
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short stay parking available at both terminals, approximately 6€ (£5) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in both terminals, including No1 Lounge and Club Aspire.
- Located in the South Terminal, inquiries can be made online or in person.
- Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- Bus: National Express, Metrobus
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and Aelia Duty-Free.
- Short-term and long-term parking available, starting at approximately 4.2€ (£3.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, including the First Class Lounge.
- Located in the terminal, contact information desk.
- DLR
- Bus 473
- Bus 474
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours.
- Shops are located throughout all terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short Stay parking available near each terminal, approximately 6.3€ (£5.30) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including British Airways and Plaza Premium lounges.
- Located at each terminal, contact Heathrow Airport Lost Property.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423
- Metro: Piccadilly Line
- Train: Heathrow Express, TfL Rail
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