LHR SYD

London to Sydney awards.

10,573 miles · ~22h+ (1 stop) estimated flight time

About this route

London to Sydney is the ultimate long-haul journey, requiring at least one stop. The best award options route through Asia (Singapore, Hong Kong) or the Middle East (Dubai, Doha). Qantas, Singapore Airlines, and Cathay Pacific all offer outstanding premium cabins. BA Avios via Qatar Airways through Doha provides exceptional value.

Award seats we found on this route

Checked 19 October 2026 by our award search, across the programmes it covers. Seats change daily.

Cheapest economy

55,000

British Airways Avios · 10 Nov 2026

Cheapest business

159,500

British Airways Avios · 25 Nov 2026

Dates with seats

24

upcoming departure dates

Month Dates with seats Economy from Business from
October 2026 5 95,000 JetBlue TrueBlue —
November 2026 16 55,000 British Airways Avios 159,500 British Airways Avios
December 2026 3 55,000 British Airways Avios —

Award pricing comparison

Program Economy Business First
Avios (BA/Qatar) 25,750 68,000 85,000
Qantas Frequent Flyer 41,900 96,000 144,200
Asia Miles 38,000 119,000 160,000
KrisFlyer 39,000 72,000 105,000

Published one-way award prices for LHR–SYD. Actual pricing may vary by date, availability, and peak/off-peak periods.

Airlines serving these airports

These carriers serve both LHR and SYD, non-stop or via a connecting hub.

Best programs for this route

Avios (BA/Qatar)

Biz: 68,000 pts
Economy: 25,750 · Business: 68,000 · First: 85,000

Qantas Frequent Flyer

Biz: 96,000 pts
Economy: 41,900 · Business: 96,000 · First: 144,200

Asia Miles

Biz: 119,000 pts
Economy: 38,000 · Business: 119,000 · First: 160,000

KrisFlyer

Biz: 72,000 pts
Economy: 39,000 · Business: 72,000 · First: 105,000

When award seats open on this route

Qantas ~353d Verified Jan 2025
Singapore Airlines ~355d Verified Nov 2025
Cathay Pacific ~360d Verified Jan 2025
Emirates ~330d Verified May 2025

Booking tips

  • Book Qatar business via Avios for 68,000 — the best value to Australia
  • Singapore Airlines Suites via SIN is a bucket-list connection
  • Cathay Pacific via Hong Kong offers excellent first class lounges
  • Qantas points are expensive — use partner programs instead

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Frequently asked questions

How many points for London to Sydney?

BA Avios charges 68,000 for business class via Qatar Airways through Doha. Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer costs 72,000 for business class. Qantas' own program charges 96,000 — partner programs offer much better value.

What is the best routing from London to Sydney with points?

Qatar Airways via Doha booked with Avios is the best value (68,000 business class). Singapore Airlines via Singapore is excellent for the Suites experience. Cathay Pacific via Hong Kong offers great first class lounges.

Can I fly London to Sydney nonstop on points?

Not yet with regular commercial awards. Qantas plans nonstop Project Sunrise flights, but these aren't available for standard award bookings. Currently all award options require at least one connection.

What is the cheapest award seat from London to Sydney right now?

In our check on 19 October 2026, the cheapest economy award was 55,000 points with British Airways Avios on 10 November 2026. The cheapest business class award was 159,500 points with British Airways Avios on 25 November 2026. We found award seats on 24 upcoming dates.

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