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Which airlines fly from Sydney to London?
It's not possible to take nonstop flights from Sydney to London. The fastest option is 1-stop flights.
Airlines that have the most frequent connecting flights to London airports include:
- British Airways to London Heathrow (LHR)
- Cathay Pacific to London Gatwick (LGW) and Heathrow
- Emirates to London Stansted (STN), Gatwick and Heathrow
- Qantas to Gatwick, Heathrow and Stansted
- Qatar Airways to Gatwick and Heathrow
- Virgin Australia to Heathrow
Is there a time difference between Sydney and London?
London is 9 to 11 hours behind Sydney, depending on what time of year you're travelling.
What is the weather like in London?
Average monthly temperatures in London vary from 5°C in January to 19°C in July, but winters often drop below freezing and summer days can be in the 20s. Late spring and summer are the busiest months in London, when hotel and flight deals are more scarce.
How expensive is London?
Essential travel information for London
- New Zealand passport holders can enter the United Kingdom without a visa and stay for up to 6 months.
- If you want to see the sights, The London Pass offers discounted entry to top attractions and landmarks.
Departing from Sydney
Sydney Airport (SYD) is 10km from the centre of Sydney. Flights to London depart from the International Terminal (T1), which has its own train station. It takes 13 minutes to travel from Central station on the AirportLink, with driving taking a little longer.
Check the information screens in the terminal to find your check-in counter, then visit the restaurants, shops or other facilities you need while waiting for your departure. You should try to get to the airport 3 hours before your flight departs, so there's enough time to check in, clear immigration and find your gate.
Arriving in London
There are 6 airports serving the London area. Flights from Sydney to London arrive at 3 of these:
- London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- London Stansted Airport (STN)
Heathrow and Gatwick are closer to the city centre. The Heathrow Express train takes 16 minutes to reach Paddington station, tickets starting from £20. From Gatwick, a standard train takes 26 minutes to Victoria station with prices from £10. The Stansted Express takes 44 minutes to Liverpool Street station from £18.
Return flights from London to Sydney
Make sure you check which airport your flight from London to Sydney is departing from. Some 'London' airports are far from the city, so there might not be time to correct a mistake.
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Please note: all information is correct as of April 2019.
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