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Which airlines fly from Sydney to London?
- This is a long-haul route and there are no direct flights from Sydney to London, but you will find that airlines like Qantas, Cathay Pacific, Air China, Qatar Airways, British Airways, Emirates, Etihad and Singapore Airlines will offer connecting flights to London every day.
- Typical layover cities are Hong Kong (HKG), Doha (DOH), Dubai (DXB) and Beijing (PEK).
- Cheap flights to London are easier to find with our cheapest month search tools, which reviews flight fares month-to-month.
How easy is it to depart on flights from Sydney to London?
Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is the busiest airport in Australia, with lots of connecting flights to London every day. This airport has 3 terminals.
- Terminal 1 – all flights from Sydney to London depart from Sydney’s international terminal.
Within the international terminal offers coffee kiosks, restaurants and bars, free WiFi, charging outlets, duty-free shops, executive lounges, ATMs, information desks, and currency exchange services. Transfers from the domestic terminals are via the AirTrain for 6AUD ($6.30) a ticket unless you fly with Virgin Australia or Qantas, or the complimentary T-Bus.
Arrive at Sydney Airport at least 2-3 hours before your connecting flight to London is due to depart.
What do I need before I fly from Sydney to London?
- All international travel requires passengers to carry a valid passport.
- Currently, New Zealand citizens can enter the UK for up to 6 months without a visa, but for trips longer than this, you will need to apply to the British Embassy for a visa.
What are the London Airports like?
There are 5 airports in London, but flights from Sydney to London are always directed to London Gatwick Airport or London Heathrow.
- London Heathrow Airport – Air China, Singapore Airlines flights to London are usually directed to Terminal 2, Etihad flights to London are usually directed to Terminal 4, British Airways flights to London are usually directed to Terminal 5. All other airlines are generally directed to Terminal 3.
- London Gatwick Airport – Cathay Pacific flights to London arrive in the South Terminal, Emirates flights to London arrive in the North
Heathrow and Gatwick both feature bureau de change services, ATMs, free WiFi, information booths, duty-free shops, coffee kiosks, restaurants, bars, pubs, public telephones, and mobility assistance. Both airports provide free shuttles to handle inter-terminal transfers.
What is the weather like in London?
- London’s summers (June-August) are a pleasant 20-23°C, springs and autumns come in at around 6-18°C, whilst winters average about 4°C.
Is there a time difference between Sydney and London?
- London is 9 hours behind Sydney.
Is London cheaper than Sydney?
London is more expensive than Sydney with prices ranging from 5-20% more expensive. However, you can stick to your budget by finding cheap hotels in London with Skyscanner. You can also read our handy guide to the UK.
What about return flights from London to Sydney?
Use the Return feature to look for fares back to Sydney, or go straight to our London to Sydney flights page.
Please note that the information provided above is accurate as of May 2019
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