Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to New York: what you need to know
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, New York is 15 hours behind Sydney.
To ensure you catch your flight from SYD to New York, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from SYD to New York with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
To enter United States for tourism purposes, you will need an ETA if you hold a passport from Australia. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the duration and purpose of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to New York.
The journey from central Sydney to SYD takes around 27 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to New York? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SYD:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to New York
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to New York is Rs129,177. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs278,187. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from SYD to New York, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to New York across the month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 28 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near EWR if you're taking a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to New York. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Central New York is approximately 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). After your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to New York has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 48 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near JFK. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from SYD to New York at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to New York
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to New York. August is the busiest month to travel to New York. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to New York in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from SYD to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to New York, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are must-visits when exploring New York.
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