Flights from Sydney, Australia to London, United Kingdom

London is a bustling, cosmopolitan city that attracts a variety of visitors. It is England’s business and finance center, so attracts plenty of business travelers, but it is also a magnet for culture vultures, history buffs, families, and students. With countless museums and art galleries, historic buildings, beautiful parks, family-friendly attractions, world-class theater and endless shopping, England’s capital city has something for everyone.

Flying to London

1. Which Airports serve Sydney to London?

Flights to London leave Sydney from Sydney airport, which is around 6 miles south of the city center. There are a few international airports that serve London, so depending on your connecting flights you could be flying into London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Stanstead, or London Luton. Heathrow and Gatwick are closest to the city. Stanstead and Luton are a little further away, but all airports have transport links to the city and car rental desks.

2. Which Airlines operate flights from Sydney to London?

There is currently no direct flight from Sydney to London, so your journey will include at least one layover. Airlines that offer this route with just one short layover include British Airways, Qantas and Singapore, all of which offer connecting flights with a short layover of just 1-2 hours in Singapore. It is also possible to mix and match carriers, flying with different airlines for different legs of your journey. Some routes will require two or even three layovers.

3. How long is the flight?

The shortest flying time to London from Sydney is around 23 hours, with one short layover. Longer layovers, or multi-stop routes, can easily take upwards of 30 hours. Many travelers choose to break their journey up with an overnight stay, or even a weekend, in an Asian city such as Singapore or Bangkok. Sydney is 10 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), which is standard London time, but both Sydney and London observe daylight saving time in their summers, meaning that this can vary.

4. Climate changes between Sydney and London

Sydney’s summer is London’s winter, and vice versa. Traveling from the heat of a Sydney summer to London in winter will involve a significant temperature drop, whereas the change between a mild Sydney winter and summer in London will not be so extreme!

5. Culture differences and need-to-know

The currency you will need is pounds sterling, which can be easily purchased in both Sydney and London. Credit cards are widely accepted.

Many international travelers, can enter the UK as a tourist without a visa. But they are required for some nationalities and under some circumstances (for example, if you are working in the UK) and you should secure any necessary papers before traveling.

London Information

London is a city known for its history and tradition. Top attractions include Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, St Paul’s Cathedral, and countless museums (many of which offer free entry). See the city from above by riding the London Eye or visiting the London Shard. There are plenty of parks, gardens and green spaces to enjoy, and the West End offers world-class theater and plenty of nightlife. London is also a foodie traveler’s dream, offering an array of ethnic restaurants, quirky cafes and fine dining.