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Cheapest return flight
£731
Typical prices: £843-£1,215
China Eastern
Fri 9/11Thu 22/11
SYD - LHR • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£1,076
Typical prices: £994-£1,391
Qantas Airways
Sun 18/11Sun 25/11
SYD - LHR • Direct
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Sydney and London Heathrow Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg £552 (return)
Shortest trip • 23h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Heathrow (SYD-LHR)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Heathrow

Thu, 19 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
China Eastern Logo
21:30 - 17:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
31h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
12:30 - 10:00LHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£731China Eastern
Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
China Eastern Logo
21:30 - 17:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
31h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
21:00 - 10:00LHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£731China Eastern
Sat, 14 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Air China Logo
10:30 - 15:55SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
40h 25m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
17:45 - 08:05LHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
£733Air China
Tue, 9 Feb - Thu, 18 Feb
Air China Logo
10:30 - 15:55SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
40h 25m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
20:25 - 08:05LHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
24h 40m1 stop Beijing Capital
£734Air China
Sat, 7 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
21:30 - 12:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
25h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
08:40 - 06:30LHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£767Etihad Airways
Fri, 20 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
21:30 - 18:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
31h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
13:55 - 06:30LHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£770Etihad Airways
Wed, 27 Jan - Wed, 10 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
22:10 - 12:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
25h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
09:25 - 18:20LHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£795Qatar Airways
Sun, 15 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 07:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
26h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
15:30 - 19:20LHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£816Qatar Airways
Wed, 27 Jan - Wed, 10 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:10 - 15:20SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
31h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
09:10 - 17:55LHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
£885Singapore Airlines
Thu, 21 Jan - Thu, 28 Jan
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:10 - 15:20SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LHR London Heathrow
31h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
09:10 - 17:55LHR  London Heathrow-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
£2,620Singapore Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Sydney to London Heathrow Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

Return flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport typically range from £843 to £1,215. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £731 on China Eastern.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport at £818 return.
•December (£1,326) and January (£1,109) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Sydney to Heathrow

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on Qantas Airways

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has travelled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on British Airways

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

Kirstie Pickering

Kirstie Pickering

Expert on LHR

Aviation and business journalist Kirstie didn’t leave England until she was 18 years old, but has since travelled to over 20 countries including Japan, Canada, and Iceland. Her travel expertise lies in European city breaks, including how to find the best locally-owned hotels and restaurants and how to optimise the airport experience for your needs.

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on SYD

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site, Leave Your Daily Hell, in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Key details for Sydney to London Heathrow Airport flights

Low season

February

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Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Sydney to Heathrow

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Your Sydney to London Heathrow Airport 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 Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    A direct flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport takes 00m, covering 10,568 miles.

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

    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 Sydney to London Heathrow Airport flight?

    Return flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport range from £843 to £1,215, with an average of £1,011 over the past 12 months. Anything below £843 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sydney to London Heathrow Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the £1,011 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £552 return via Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO), compared with £1,134 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    The Airbus A380-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

  • How are flight prices from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £400, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)?

    London Heathrow Airport (LHR) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £5 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Europcar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at London Heathrow (LHR).

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

    One-stop flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £962 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £1,113, a difference of £151.

    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 Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    Flying via Singapore Changi (SIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 23h 59m, compared to 24h 08m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 24h 13m via Perth (PER).

  • What is the time difference between Sydney and London Heathrow Airport?

    London Heathrow Airport is 11 hours behind Sydney (British Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in London Heathrow Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in London Heathrow Airport are Hyde Park, Tower Bridge, and Royal Albert Hall. These are among the most viewed places in London Heathrow Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Sydney to London Heathrow Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Sydney to London Heathrow Airport flights:

    • Qantas Airways: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Sydney to London Heathrow Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Iberia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class
    • British Airways: a cabin bag in Economy class class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • 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.

  • Is baggage storage available at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)?

    For a temporary storage solution for your luggage at London Heathrow, you have the convenient choice of using the Left Luggage services available at all airport terminals. The cost for storing your baggage for one day is £22.50, and you can make the payment when you collect your belongings.

  • Which flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport can reduce my CO2 emissions?

    For more environmentally friendly flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) check out services operated by Vietnam Airlines. They have flights with one or two stopovers via Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, that will reduce your carbon footprint by 59%.

  • Which is the cheapest car park at Sydney Airport?

    For the cheapest parking rates at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, make sure to pre-book your parking space online for the P7 Car Park, which is 2 to 5 minutes by foot from the International Terminal. For a week’s worth of parking, this will cost around A$209.00 (£111.79).

  • How can I arrange Special Mobility Assistance at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    Sydney Airport offers various assistance services that are available to all individuals. It is typically required to give airlines a minimum of 48 hours to arrange specific assistance. As a result, it is now necessary to reconfirm your flight details and check-in time with your airline and then verify your assistance requirements with the airline.

Your guide to booking Sydney to London Heathrow Airport 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £962, about £151 less than Saturday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 15% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to London Heathrow Airport trip for February. Fares historically average £818 return in that month – typically £508 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport (TAO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £552 return on this route – about £582 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport.

    • Hilton London Heathrow Airport
  • 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.
  • If you want to travel by Business Class without having to pay over the odds, then check out flights with China Airlines via Taipai City Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE). China Airlines provide great Business Class flights at a fraction of the regular cost. Alternatively, Cathay Pacific offer Premium Economy flights via Hong Kong.
  • At Sydney Airport (SYD), if you want to grab some Duty-Free goods but don’t want to wait in queues, you can place an online order anytime between 30 days prior to your flight and up to 24 hours before departure. Afterwards, you can conveniently collect your order at one of the in-store collection points.

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