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Cheapest return flight
£605
Typical prices: £564-£841
Air Canada
Sun 25/11Thu 29/11
LHR - YQY • 2 stops
When to travel
Cheapest • 9% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £691 (return)
Shortest trip • 16h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from London to Sydney (LON-YQY)

 
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Recent return flight deals from London to Sydney

Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Air Canada Logo
09:00 - 00:15LHR  London Heathrow-YQY Sydney
19h 15m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
12:10 - 21:00YQY  Sydney-LHR London Heathrow
28h 50m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Halifax Intl
£605Air Canada
Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Air Canada Logo
09:00 - 00:15LHR  London Heathrow-YQY Sydney
19h 15m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
12:10 - 21:00YQY  Sydney-LHR London Heathrow
28h 50m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Halifax Intl
£606Air Canada
Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Air Canada Logo
13:00 - 00:15LHR  London Heathrow-YQY Sydney
15h 15m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
12:10 - 06:30YQY  Sydney-LHR London Heathrow
38h 20m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Ottawa
£635Air Canada
Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Air Canada Logo
09:00 - 00:15LHR  London Heathrow-YQY Sydney
19h 15m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
06:05 - 07:10YQY  Sydney-LHR London Heathrow
21h 05m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
£701Air Canada
Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Air Canada Logo
09:00 - 00:15LHR  London Heathrow-YQY Sydney
19h 15m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
06:05 - 07:10YQY  Sydney-LHR London Heathrow
21h 05m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
£701Air Canada
Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Air Canada Logo
09:00 - 00:15LHR  London Heathrow-YQY Sydney
19h 15m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
06:05 - 07:10YQY  Sydney-LHR London Heathrow
21h 05m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
£702Air Canada
Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Air Canada Logo
13:00 - 00:15LHR  London Heathrow-YQY Sydney
15h 15m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
06:05 - 07:10YQY  Sydney-LHR London Heathrow
21h 05m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
£730Air Canada
Thu, 17 Dec - Thu, 24 Dec
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18:00 - 11:20LHR  London Heathrow-YQY Sydney
21h 20m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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12:00 - 11:20YQY  Sydney-LHR London Heathrow
19h 20m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
£980Multiple Airlines
Thu, 17 Dec - Thu, 24 Dec
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06:00 - 00:26LHR  London Heathrow-YQY Sydney
22h 26m2 stops Vienna Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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05:45 - 07:10YQY  Sydney-LHR London Heathrow
21h 25m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
£1,004Multiple Airlines
Sat, 19 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec
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13:00 - 00:26LHR  London Heathrow-YQY Sydney
15h 26m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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05:45 - 07:10YQY  Sydney-LHR London Heathrow
21h 25m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
£1,373Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for London to Sydney flights

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How much is a return flight from London to Sydney?

Return flights from London to Sydney typically range from £564 to £841. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £605 on Air Canada.

What is the cheapest London to Sydney flight route?

There's little price difference between London to Sydney routes. They average around £637 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Sydney?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Sydney. It's 16% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 82% higher.

Key details for London to Sydney flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£605
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 48% increase in traveller numbers.
Return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sydney

When to book flights from London to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London to Sydney based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your London to Sydney flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London to Sydney?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from London to Sydney.

  • How long is a flight from London to Sydney?

    There are currently no direct flights available from London to Sydney. Flights with 1 stopover take between 14h 13m and 16h 38m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London to Sydney?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London to Sydney flight?

    Return flights from London to Sydney range from £564 to £841, with an average of £637 over the past 12 months. Anything below £564 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from London to Sydney changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £605 to £2,102. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London to Sydney?

    Flights from London to Sydney may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Sydney (YQY).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London to Sydney pass through?

    Connecting flights from London to Sydney most commonly pass through:

    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 84% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 16% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London to Sydney?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 54% on flights from London to Sydney. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £535 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £1,162, a difference of £627.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London to Sydney?

    Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 13m, compared to 16h 38m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

  • What is the time difference between London and Sydney?

    Sydney is 4 hours behind London (Atlantic Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking London to Sydney flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average £535, about £627 less than Friday fares (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London to Sydney trip for September. Fares historically average £579 return in that month – typically £1,299 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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