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Cheap flights to Sydney
The harbour, the Opera House and coastal walks from Bondi to Coogee.
- Best weather
- Apr, Aug to Feb
- Warmest
- Jan, 27°C
- Airport
- SYD
Best time to visit Sydney
The best time to visit Sydney for the weather is in April and from August to February, when daytime highs average 19 to 27°C (66 to 81°F) and it's mostly dry.
There's no real wet season: rain is spread through the year, with the most in June (about 9 rainy days) and the least in September.
The warmest month is January, with highs around 27°C (81°F); the coolest is July, at around 18°C (64°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night.
Sydney weather by month
Average daytime highs, overnight lows and rain for each month.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | What it's like |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Best | 27°C 81°F | 20°C 68°F | 8 rainy days | Warm with some rain |
| February Best | 27°C 80°F | 20°C 68°F | 9 rainy days | Warm with some rain |
| March | 26°C 78°F | 18°C 65°F | 10 rainy days | Warm with some rain |
| April Best | 24°C 74°F | 15°C 60°F | 8 rainy days | Mild and dry |
| May | 21°C 70°F | 12°C 54°F | 8 rainy days | Mild and dry |
| June | 18°C 65°F | 10°C 50°F | 9 rainy days | Mild with some rain |
| July | 18°C 64°F | 9°C 48°F | 7 rainy days | Mild and dry |
| August Best | 19°C 67°F | 10°C 49°F | 6 rainy days | Mild and dry |
| September Best | 22°C 71°F | 12°C 54°F | 6 rainy days | Mild and dry |
| October Best | 23°C 74°F | 15°C 58°F | 8 rainy days | Mild and dry |
| November Best | 24°C 76°F | 17°C 62°F | 9 rainy days | Warm with some rain |
| December Best | 26°C 78°F | 18°C 65°F | 8 rainy days | Warm and dry |
Long-term averages from Sydney (Observatory Hill), 1991–2020. The weather on your dates will vary.
Flying to Sydney
Farepop finds fares to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD). These are the closest airports Farepop watches in each region, as the crow flies; with stops, the trip is longer.
| From | Closest airports |
|---|---|
| Australia | Melbourne 710 km · about 1.5 hours non-stop Brisbane 750 km · about 1.5 hours non-stop |
| New Zealand | Queenstown 1,900 km · about 3 hours non-stop Christchurch 2,100 km · about 3 hours non-stop |
| United States | San Francisco 7,400 mi · about 15.5 hours non-stop Los Angeles 7,500 mi · about 15.5 hours non-stop |
| Canada | Vancouver 12,500 km · about 16 hours non-stop Calgary 13,200 km · about 17 hours non-stop |
| United Kingdom | Newcastle 10,500 mi · about 21.5 hours non-stop Edinburgh 10,500 mi · about 21.5 hours non-stop |
| Europe | Helsinki 15,200 km · about 19.5 hours non-stop Athens 15,300 km · about 19.5 hours non-stop |
How Farepop finds cheap flights to Sydney
Compared with the usual price
Every fare is compared with what the same route usually costs for the same trip length and dates. Around busy holidays we use quieter neighbouring months, so a peak price never passes for a saving.
At least 25% below
A deal is at least 25% below the usual price for those dates, and a good fare at least 20%. Full-service airlines selling at budget prices, and travel agents undercutting the airline, are labelled as such.
Checked twice, then again
Fares are checked again on their exact dates before you hear about them, and regularly after. Ones that no longer qualify are withdrawn.
You book direct
Farepop doesn't sell tickets. Tap a deal and book with the airline or travel site; always check the final price, baggage and conditions before you pay.
The full rules are in our savings methodology.
Sydney: questions
When is the best time to visit Sydney?
For the weather, in April and from August to February, when daytime highs average around 24°C. These are long-term averages from Sydney (Observatory Hill), 1991–2020.
Does it rain a lot in Sydney?
Sydney has no distinct wet season. June is usually the wettest month, with about 9 rainy days.
Which airport do you fly into for Sydney?
Farepop finds fares to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD).
How can I find cheap flights to Sydney?
Be flexible with your dates and let the fares come to you. Farepop watches flights from your home airports and alerts you when a trip to Sydney costs at least 25% less than it usually does for those dates, so you can book before the fare goes.
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