Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Sydney Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, making Sydney 11 hours ahead of London.
To ensure you get on your LHR to SYD flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Sydney Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LHR and SYD:
Dubai Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Perth Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Sydney Airport (SYD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Sydney Airport flight is $926. A return ticket is currently $1,420. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LHR to SYD if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sydney Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near LHR. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sydney Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Sydney Airport (SYD)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Heathrow Airport to Sydney Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sydney Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and find adventure across Sydney and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Sydney Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Sydney Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Sydney. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney Airport (SYD)
July is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sydney Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Sydney in March.
When reserving your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sydney Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to SYD in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
Newcastle is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No trip is complete without dropping by Merewether Beach, Nobbys Beach and Newcastle Beach.