Book a trip from New York to Sydney with Cathay Pacific - fares from USD1,517

Flight route information

Cathay Pacific offers flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), with a layover in Hong Kong. Flights from JFK to SYD take around 26 hours, including the layover, and bring you to Terminal 1 in Sydney.

Upon your arrival in Sydney

Taxis are the quickest way to get from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to the Central Business District (CBD), taking approximately 20 minutes. The Airport Link train is another convenient option and will take you directly to the city’s Central and Museum stations in under 30 minutes.

A brief introduction to Sydney

Full of exquisite natural beauty, intriguing galleries, trendy restaurants, and renowned beaches, Australia’s largest city is a thriving metropolis that has plenty to offer those who visit.

For the postcard-perfect experience of Sydney, start your trip by visiting the city center, where you will find two major tourist attractions - the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. Both landmarks will give you panoramic views of the iconic Circular Quay harbor, as well as the Royal Botanic Gardens.

Nearby, you will also find the Museum of Contemporary Art and The Rocks, an artsy neighborhood packed with restaurants and bars serving up tasty food and ice-cold cocktails.

No trip to Sydney would be complete without a visit to Coogee and Bondi beaches, along with the UNESCO listed Cockatoo Island. Some of New South Wales’ most incredible natural sights can be found in the surrounding areas of Sydney, including the UNESCO World Heritage Blue Mountains, and Ku-ring-gai Chase, and Royal National Parks.

Flying to Sydney with Cathay Pacific

Book your New York to Sydney flight with Cathay Pacific and relax in great comfort in our spacious cabins, which have ranked in Skytrax's top 10 'World's Best Airline Cabin Cleanliness' for five consecutive years.

During your flight, you can sample the culinary delights of our inflight dining menu, which features contemporary flavors from around the world. Be sure to complement your dish with a glass of wine from our award-winning wine selection.

Why you should book directly with Cathay Pacific

When you book directly with Cathay Pacific, you get round-the-clock support, customizable bookings, exclusive offers, and more. Our booking system is also completely transparent, meaning you won’t be surprised by hidden fees or service charges. You can also access our loyalty program and earn discounts each time you book directly with us.

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