Question 1

Are there non-stop flights to Australia?

Accepted Answer

Currently there is only one non-stop flight from the UK to Australia and that is operated by Qantas from London Heathrow (LHR) to Perth Airport (PER). All other carriers will have stopovers, which will depend on the home country of the carrier, so you may spend some time in Singapore, Hong Kong or Dubai, depending on which airline you are flying with.

Question 2

How do I get to the Great Barrier Reef?

Accepted Answer

You can book a flight from the UK into Cairns International Airport, which is the closest international airport to the Great Barrier Reef. You could stay in Cairns or book an onward domestic flight to Hamilton Island Airport (HTI), which serves as the main airport hub for the Whitsunday Islands.

Question 3

Do I need a visa to visit Australia?

Accepted Answer

It is necessary for British passport holders to obtain a visa to enter Australia as a visitor. You need to organise an electronic visa before you fly, and your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your holiday in Australia.

Question 4

I am visiting Byron Bay, what is the best airport to use?

Accepted Answer

The closest international airport to Byron Bay is Brisbane Airport, which is a 2hr drive from the area. Another option would be to book a domestic flight to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK), which is a 25min drive from Byron Bay.

Question 5

Can I reduce my carbon footprint when flying to Australia?

Accepted Answer

Your best bet when it comes to reducing carbon emissions on routes from the UK to Australia is to fly with Air India. You can save a whopping 61% in CO2 emissions on cheap flights to Australia that way. This flight makes a single stopover at New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport. You can also save around 55% by choosing Vietnam Airlines or Cathay Pacific. Australia's national carrier, Qantas, is another option. Its flights can save up to 50% in carbon emissions.

Question 6

Do all the UK and Australian airports offer limited mobility assistance?

Accepted Answer

All UK airports are party to a national accessibility agreement, which allows you to arrange limited mobility assistance 48 hours in advance, through the airline or your travel agent. You can also get a yellow identification lanyard if you have a hidden disability. The Australian airports also have excellent accessibility assistance and amenities, with full wheelchair access and personal support available. The airports in both countries have induction loops and adapted bathroom facilities. Step-free access has been ensured too.

Question 7

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from the United Kingdom to Australia?

Accepted Answer

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 the United Kingdom to Australia. <a href='/flight-routes/United-Kingdom-GB0/Australia-AU0'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 8

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from the United Kingdom to Australia?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from the United Kingdom to Australia is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/United-Kingdom-GB0/Australia-AU0'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 9

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from the United Kingdom to Australia?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from the United Kingdom to Australia with an airline and back with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/United-Kingdom-GB0/Australia-AU0'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 10

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from the United Kingdom to Australia?

Accepted Answer

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 from the United Kingdom to Australia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/United-Kingdom-GB0/Australia-AU0'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 11

How many airports are there in Australia?

Accepted Answer

There are 119 airports in Australia. The busiest airport is Sydney Airport (SYD), with 27% of all flights arriving there.

Question 12

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Australia?

Accepted Answer

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Australia is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), with an average flight price of £1,003.

Question 13

What is the cheapest day to fly to Australia?

Accepted Answer

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Australia is Tuesday when return tickets can be as cheap as £1,030. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Thursday, when return prices are £1,206 on average.

Question 14

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Australia?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to Australia is generally in the evening, when retur flights cost £1,246 on average. Morning departures are around 15% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Australia is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is £1,655.

Question 15

What is the cheapest flight to Australia?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest ticket to Australia from the United Kingdom found in the last 72 hours was to Sydney, at £1,318 return. The most popular route is London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Perth (PER) and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was £1,558.

Question 16

What is the cheapest month to fly from the United Kingdom to Australia?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from the United Kingdom to Australia is February, when tickets cost £981 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,666 and £1,586 respectively.

Question 17

How far in advance should I book a flight from the United Kingdom to Australia?

Accepted Answer

To get a below-average price on a flight from the United Kingdom to Australia, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Question 18

How many cities have direct flights to Australia?

Accepted Answer

From the United Kingdom, there are direct flights to Australia from one city. This city is London and there are 7 direct flights each week.

Question 19

How many direct flights to Australia are there each day?

Accepted Answer

There are around 1 direct flights from within United Kingdom to Australia every day. All flights depart in the morning.

Question 20

How many direct flights to Australia are there each week?

Accepted Answer

Each week there are around 7 direct flights from within United Kingdom to Australia. The most common day for departures is Monday, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 21

How long is the flight to Australia?

Accepted Answer

An average direct flight from the United Kingdom to Australia takes 24h 42m, covering a distance of 10082 miles. The shortest route is London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Perth (PER) with an average flight time of 16h 40m.

Question 22

How many long-haul flights are there to Australia each week?

Accepted Answer

There aren’t any medium-haul (3-6 hour flight duration) or short-haul (up to 3 hour flight duration) flights to Australia. Instead, there are 7 long-haul flights (6-12 hour flight duration), with the most arriving from London.

Question 23

What are the most popular destinations in Australia?

Accepted Answer

Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Melbourne (34% of total searches to Australia). The next most popular destinations are Sydney (29%) and Perth (19%). Searches for flights to Brisbane (13%), to Adelaide (4%), and to Cairns (1%) are also popular.

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