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 $716 One Way, $789 Round Trip

Prices starting at $789 for return flights and $716 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.

Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23
SYD
Sydney
JFK
New York
$789 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$789
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, Feb 19 from Sydney to New York, returning Mon, Feb 23, priced at $789 found 5 days ago
Wed, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 2
SYD
Sydney
JFK
New York
$862 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$862
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from Sydney to New York, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $862 found 2 days ago
Thu, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 5
SYD
Sydney
JFK
New York
$927 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$927
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Nov 27 from Sydney to New York, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $927 found 2 days ago
Wed, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 16
SYD
Sydney
JFK
New York
$954 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$954
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, Feb 11 from Sydney to New York, returning Mon, Feb 16, priced at $954 found 3 days ago
Wed, Jun 3 - Mon, Aug 31
SYD
Sydney
JFK
New York
$1,006 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$1,006
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 3 from Sydney to New York, returning Mon, Aug 31, priced at $1,006 found 17 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near John F. Kennedy Intl.

Hotels In New York

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

4 out of 5
811 7th Ave, New York, NY
$194 nightly
The price is $226 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$226 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
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! (5,384 reviews)
Room could be better needs dusting but for location it’s good

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street, at Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
$201 nightly
The price is $234 total per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
$234 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (6,315 reviews)
Great location and very well maintained!

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Empire Hotel

Empire Hotel

4 out of 5
44 W 63rd St, New York, NY
$163 nightly
The price is $191 total per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
$191 total
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (6,109 reviews)
Great location, close to everything and good service.

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

Empire Hotel
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
$182 nightly
The price is $212 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$212 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in East Elmhurst. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,504 reviews)
Easy airport shuttle

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025

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 ...
Not only was the water from the shower head going in ever direction because it was so gross from lack of cleaning, but there were 2 cockroaches found in the bathroom. The beds were comfortable, but since the bathroom was not clean I would have to question the cleanliness of the beds. I'm just glad ...

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2021

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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
$188 nightly
The price is $219 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$219 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star 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! (1,136 reviews)
Great room. Very nice staff

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025

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.

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 Nov 16 to Nov 17
$181 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star 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! (3,860 reviews)
From the doorman to the domestic staff everyone is great

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025

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
$167 nightly
The price is $196 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$196 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,887 reviews)

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

Travelers say...
Stayed here end of October, it was close to MSG, which is what we came for, but not too far from everywhere else. Hotel was clean, staff was friendly, food on sight. Room was ready early and was able to check in. There is construction in front of building and dark walking to hotel, but never felt ...

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

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
$247 nightly
The price is $287 total per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
$287 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (4,932 reviews)
Love this hotel

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

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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