Cheap flights from SYD to JFK (Kingsford Smith Intl. to John F. Kennedy Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from SYD to JFK starting at $644 One Way, $1,046 Round Trip

Prices starting at $1,046 for return flights and $644 for one-way flights to John F. Kennedy Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 12
SYD
Sydney
JFK
New York
$1,046 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,046
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Aug 5 from Sydney to New York, returning Wed, Aug 12, priced at $1,046 found 3 days ago
Mon, Jun 1 - Tue, Jul 14
SYD
Sydney
JFK
New York
$1,099 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$1,099
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, Jun 1 from Sydney to New York, returning Tue, Jul 14, priced at $1,099 found 16 hours ago
Wed, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 12
SYD
Sydney
JFK
New York
$1,163 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,163
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 5 from Sydney to New York, returning Wed, Aug 12, priced at $1,163 found 3 days ago
Tue, Sep 29 - Fri, Oct 9
SYD
Sydney
JFK
New York
$1,196 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,196
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air China flight, departing Tue, Sep 29 from Sydney to New York, returning Fri, Oct 9, priced at $1,196 found 6 days ago
Fri, Jun 5 - Tue, Jul 7
SYD
Sydney
JFK
New York
$1,235 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,235
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 5 from Sydney to New York, returning Tue, Jul 7, priced at $1,235 found 4 days ago

Hotel Ideas near John F. Kennedy Intl.

Airport Hotels near John F. Kennedy Intl.

DoubleTree by Hilton New York JFK Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton New York JFK Airport

3.5 out of 5
135-30 140th Street Jamaica NY
$204 nightly
The price is $238 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$238 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jamaica. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,749 reviews)
An airport hotel in "The city that never sleeps". Bar closes at 11pm and check in closes at 12. Horrible smoking area. Room OK. Staff less than welcoming. Transfers uncomfortable and randomly timed.

Reviewed on May 10, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton New York JFK Airport
Hampton Inn NY-JFK

Hampton Inn NY-JFK

2.5 out of 5
144-10 135th Avenue Jamaica NY
$173 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$202 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jamaica. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,269 reviews)
Comfortable stay

Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Hampton Inn NY-JFK
Comfort Inn JFK Airport

Comfort Inn JFK Airport

2.5 out of 5
132-15 150th Avenue Jamaica NY
$175 nightly
The price is $204 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$204 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jamaica. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,974 reviews)
Loved the shuttle to and from the airport for a quick overnight stay. Quick check in. Did not participate in the breakfast.

Reviewed on May 9, 2026

Comfort Inn JFK Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street New York NY
$231 nightly
The price is $269 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$269 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (6,902 reviews)
Don't be surprised that you'll pay occupancy taxes for each day, on top of the overall cost. Additionally, nothing at this hotel is free, including bottled water and bag storage. Good location right next to Grand Central.

Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

4 out of 5
811 7th Ave New York NY
$202 nightly
The price is $235 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$235 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
7.4/10 Good! (7,886 reviews)
The location is great. Rooms are small and could use a facelift but ok. Rooms that say double beds are 47” so if sharing a bed it’s tight for two adults. Staff are friendly. $35 tourism charge per night that you can reclaim as credit if you purchase from restaurant. We used it to get Starbucks and ...

Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave. New York NY
$199 nightly
The price is $232 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$232 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,738 reviews)
Noisy windows even in 20th floor

Reviewed on May 10, 2026

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

New York Hotels With Airport Transportation

DoubleTree by Hilton New York LaGuardia Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton New York LaGuardia Airport

4 out of 5
104-04 Ditmars Blvd East Elmhurst NY
$196 nightly
The price is $228 total per night from May 21 to May 22
$228 total
May 21 - May 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in East Elmhurst. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,530 reviews)
Nice and clean Hotel, but it would have been nice if breakfast was complimentary.

Reviewed on May 10, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton New York LaGuardia Airport
Best Western JFK Airport Hotel

Best Western JFK Airport Hotel

2.5 out of 5
14425 153rd Ln Jamaica NY
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jamaica. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Resorts World Casino ...
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Best Western JFK Airport Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott New York JFK Airport

Courtyard by Marriott New York JFK Airport

3 out of 5
145-11 N Conduit Ave Jamaica NY
$173 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$202 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jamaica. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,350 reviews)
If you are going to NY, this is definitely a hotel to stay. Staff very friendly. Close proximity to the city and other points. I’m definitely going to stay going forward

Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott New York JFK Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced New York Hotels

Pod 51

Pod 51

3 out of 5
230 E 51st St New York NY
$122 nightly
The price is $140 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$140 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,120 reviews)
Excellent location and the staff is phenomenal! The shared bathrooms are clean (until a rude guest ruins it) and the cafe and outdoor spaces are cozy and lovely. Grab your coffee and breakfast and head across the street to the waterfall public park. A GEM! Do not miss having lunch or dinner at SUGARFISH. ...

Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Pod 51
Pod 39

Pod 39

3 out of 5
145 East 39th Street New York NY
$152 nightly
The price is $174 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$174 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,769 reviews)
Clean room and confortable.

Reviewed on May 9, 2026

Pod 39
Hotel St. James

Hotel St. James

3 out of 5
109 W. 45TH ST. New York NY
$168 nightly
The price is $196 total per night from May 17 to May 18
$196 total
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (7,363 reviews)
We loved staying at Hotel St James! The location is perfect for those seeing Broadway shows, and the staff was so friendly and welcoming.

Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Hotel St. James
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in New York

The Belvedere Hotel

The Belvedere Hotel

3.5 out of 5
319 W 48th St New York NY
$153 nightly
The price is $181 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$181 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,084 reviews)
Room was amply big and well stacked for all your needs.

Reviewed on May 9, 2026

The Belvedere Hotel
TRYP by Wyndham New York City Times Square / Midtown

TRYP by Wyndham New York City Times Square / Midtown

4.5 out of 5
345 W 35th Street New York NY
$193 nightly
The price is $225 total per night from May 17 to May 18
$225 total
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,113 reviews)

Families like: Bicycle rentals nearby, cribs, rollaway beds, games and toys

Travelers say...
Friendly staff. Room was nice; next door was a crying baby all night, but not their fault. The food (dinner and breakfast) was not the best.

Reviewed on May 10, 2026

TRYP by Wyndham New York City Times Square / Midtown
Tempo by Hilton New York Times Square

Tempo by Hilton New York Times Square

4 out of 5
1568 Broadway New York NY
$223 nightly
The price is $259 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$259 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,742 reviews)
Good experience

Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Tempo by Hilton New York Times Square
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

SYD to JFK Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
SYD Address & GPS
Address:
Sydney NSW,
Australia
IATA Code:
SYD
Longitude:
151.179898
Latitude:
-33.932922
Time Zone:
Australia/Sydney
JFK Address & GPS
Address:
JFK Airport
New York NY, 11430
United States
IATA Code:
JFK
Longitude:
-73.78817
Latitude:
40.642335
Time Zone:
America/New_York

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from SYD to JFK?
You'll need to change planes if you're planning to get from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to JFK. Various companies operate on this route with just one stopover, including Qantas, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from Sydney Airport to JFK Airport?
With the shortest flight time from Sydney Airport to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) being 23 hours and 33 minutes, we recommend you have some in-flight survival tricks in your repertoire. Neck pillows, earplugs and eye-masks should be among the basic items you put in your hand luggage.
How many hours flight from Sydney Airport to JFK Airport?
From the time you depart SYD to the minute the wheels touch the ground in JFK Airport, you'll have been traveling for approximately 23 hours and 38 minutes. Get through this long-haul flight by bringing all the essentials such as a neck pillow, an eye mask, earplugs and a sweatshirt.
What airlines have the most flights from Sydney Airport to JFK Airport?
Do a bit of shopping, sit down for a coffee, chat with a stranger ... Airport stopovers don't have to be a drag! If you're planning to travel from Sydney Airport to JFK Airport, you won't be able to fly direct. Be prepared to make a stop somewhere.

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