Cheap flights from Vancouver International to Sydney

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Vancouver International to Sydney? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vancouver International to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Vancouver International to Sydney

Vancouver International to Sydney: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Vancouver International to Sydney below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sydney.

Vancouver to Sydney: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$970
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time15 hrs, 32 mins
Most popular airlineAir New Zealand
Average flights per week64

Finding cheap flights from Vancouver International to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Vancouver International to Sydney is C$970. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
15 hours and 32 minutes is the average flight time from Vancouver International to Sydney.
Air New Zealand, Air Canada and Virgin Australia fly direct from Vancouver International to Sydney.
There are 32 flights per week flying from Vancouver International to Sydney, as of March 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Sydney is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney Airport on Wednesday, April 2, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 32 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sydney but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, WestJet and Qantas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Traveling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport takes an average of 15 hours 25 minutes. The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, so it's 18 hours ahead of Vancouver.

  • Choose from 12 weekly flights from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. The 09:20 departure with Air Canada is the earliest you can take from YVR to SYD. Air Canada operates the latest service of the day at 22:40 if early starts aren't your thing.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Jetting into Sydney (and seeing more of Australia!) is straightforward with Air Canada. This popular carrier has direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

  • Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Australia. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements change often. Before locking in your cheap ticket from YVR to SYD, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is C$372. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$970. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap flight tickets from YVR to SYD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • August is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap flight tickets from YVR to SYD every day.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • If you have a late flight from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near SYD:

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the center of Sydney. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.

  • It takes around 27 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Sydney in April.

  • The warmest month in Sydney is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from YVR to SYD sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

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Complete your Sydney trip with hotels and a car rental

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