Flights from Sydney to New York

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Fly from Sydney to New York with Etihad Airways

Book flights from Sydney to New York and transport yourself from Australia’s Emerald City to the bright lights of the Big Apple.

Soak up the energising atmosphere of Times Square, get up close to the Statue of Liberty and watch the sunset over the iconic city skyline from the Brooklyn Bridge.

It’s no wonder New York is one of the most visited cities in the world, so see it for yourself with Etihad Airways.

SYD to JFK: flight facts

Time difference -16 hours

New York is 16 hours behind Sydney. During Eastern Daylight Time from March to October, New York is 14 hours behind.


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Flight distance 14,429 miles

Flights from Sydney (SYD) to New York (JFK) via Abu Dhabi (AUH) cover 14,429 miles (23,222 kilometres).


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Your flight from Sydney to New York

Your flight from Sydney (SYD) travels north-west across Australia and the Indian Ocean towards Abu Dhabi (AUH). Here, you have the option to explore the UAE’s incredible capital, experiencing the entertainment hotspot, Yas Island.

Next, you’ll continue east over Europe and the Atlantic, before reaching the United States of America and landing at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York.

*Aircraft, cabins and services may vary by route and flight. You can check this when you search for your flight. This page was last updated January 2023.

Flying from Sydney to New York: FAQs

How do I get from JFK to the city centre?

John F. Kennedy airport is around a 30-minute drive from downtown New York, traffic dependent. The quickest way into the city centre is by hopping aboard the AirTrain. This links with NYC’s subway system, on which you can travel to almost anywhere in the city.

Alternatively, there are several taxi operators available from the airport, or you can book a transfer with Etihad. Arrange this before you fly and a driver will be waiting for you in arrivals when you land.

What is the weather like in New York?

The weather in New York varies greatly throughout the year, with four distinct seasons dictating the city’s temperatures. As it’s in the Northern Hemisphere, these seasons are the opposite to Sydney, with summer from June to August. July is the hottest month, averaging 25ºC. Winters are snowy and romantic, averaging 2ºC in January, the coldest month.

Top tips for Sydney to New York

The view from Brooklyn Bridge

Cross the Brooklyn Bridge

Sydney and New York are home to two of the world’s most iconic bridges: the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Brooklyn Bridge. Spanning the East River from Brooklyn to Manhattan, the imposing Brooklyn Bridge features in countless works of TV, film and art. Time your visit to witness a mesmerising sunrise or sunset over the spectacular New York City skyline.

Birds-eye view of Central Park

Explore Central Park

New York’s answer to the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, Central Park is a huge urban park, covering an impressive 843 acres between Upper East Side and Upper West Side Manhattan.

Take time to walk among the flora and fauna, discover the amusements and sculptures, explore the woodland and planted gardens and visit the poignant Strawberry Fields Imagine Mosaic, honouring John Lennon.

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