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Cheapest return fare
$1,202
Typical prices: $1,208-$1,759
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SYD - SEA • 1 stop
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$784
Typical prices: $878-$1,308
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Cheapest • Avg $1,285 (return)
Shortest trip • 16h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Seattle (SYD-SEA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sydney to Seattle that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Seattle

Mon, 19 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
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13:00 - 09:28
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38h 28m
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07:40 - 08:05
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30h 25m
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$1,202American Airlines
Mon, 19 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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10:10 - 21:26
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29h 16m
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07:40 - 06:25
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28h 45m
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$1,219American Airlines
Thu, 29 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
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14:00 - 18:48
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22h 48m
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41h 15m
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$1,227Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
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13:00 - 09:28
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38h 28m
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07:40 - 08:05
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30h 25m
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$1,252American Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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14:15 - 18:48
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22h 33m
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08:15 - 12:50
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34h 35m
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$1,258Multiple Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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26h 42m
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08:15 - 12:50
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34h 35m
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$1,261Multiple Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
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13:00 - 19:50
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24h 50m
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07:40 - 08:05
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30h 25m
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$1,269American Airlines
Wed, 9 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep
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06:15 - 22:59
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33h 44m
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24h 51m
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$1,279Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
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21:25 - 10:24
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30h 59m
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07:40 - 08:05
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30h 25m
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$1,288American Airlines
Mon, 19 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
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38h 28m
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30h 25m
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$1,306Qantas Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to Seattle flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to Seattle to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Sydney to Seattle?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Sydney to Seattle departing in October.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Seattle?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Seattle, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Seattle is August, where tickets cost $1,237 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,741 and $1,638 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Seattle?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Seattle, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Seattle, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 23% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$784
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (3% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Sydney to Seattle

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Seattle based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Sydney to Seattle

  • Are there any direct flights from Sydney and Seattle?

    There aren’t any airlines offering direct flights from Sydney to Seattle. However, you will find that most of the itineraries come with just one stop along the way. Where you stop will depend on the airline you fly with. For example, flights with Qatar Airways come with a stop at Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha. Flights with Qantas, United, or American Airlines generally come with a stop in a US city like Los Angeles (LAX) or Honolulu (HNL).

  • Where do I go to hire a car at Seattle Airport?

    The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an off-site facility dedicated to hire cars. This is located a 5min drive from the airport and there are free shuttles operating 24h a day, all throughout the year. You will find the pick-up zone for the shuttle just outside the baggage claim level in the international arrivals hall.

  • Where are the taxi and ride-share pickup points at the Seattle Airport?

    App-based ride-share operators and taxis pick up passengers from the third floor of the parking garage. You should find the taxis on the north and south curbs. If you’re meeting a ride-share operator, they’ll generally head to rows G through J (the orange and purple sections) of this level of the garage. To get to this parking garage, you’ll need to cross the skybridge located one level up from baggage claim. Once you’re over the bridge, you’ll need to go back down a level to get to the third floor.

  • Should I fly business or first class from Sydney to Seattle?

    With around 17 hours in the air and at least one stopover, extra comfort will go a long way on this route. Qantas offers a 'Bid Now' upgrade service. This allows you to make a bid in either points, cash or a combination of both. You can set how much you're willing to pay for an upgrade and you'll receive an email 24 hours later letting you know if it's been successful.

  • Where do flights from Sydney to Seattle stop?

    Both Air Canada and Air New Zealand have a stopover in Vancouver for most of their flights from Sydney to Seattle. Qantas flights usually stop in Honolulu, but some flights stop in San Francisco. American Airlines flights stop at either Los Angeles Airport (LAX) or Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • Which airlines have lounges at Sydney Airport?

    There are multiple lounges at Sydney Airport and if you're a member of any frequent flyer programs you may get complimentary access to one or more. Qantas, Air New Zealand and Emirates all have their own lounges available to business passengers and some frequent flyers. The Centurion Lounge is open to eligible American Express card holders.

  • How much checked luggage can I bring on this route?

    Most airlines on this route, including Qantas and Air Canada allow you to bring one piece of checked luggage, weighing up to 23 kg. Asiana Airlines and Korean Airlines allow you to bring two 23 kg suitcases on their U.S. routes. You can usually book extra luggage online to avoid higher fees.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Seattle?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Seattle was $803 for a one-way ticket and $1,202 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Sydney to Seattle?

    On your way to Seattle, you’ll fly out from Sydney Kingsford Smith. You’ll be landing at Seattle/Tacoma Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Seattle?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Seattle?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and Seattle, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to Seattle, ANA or Hawaiian Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Seattle are ANA and Hawaiian Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,595 and an overall rating of 8.3, ANA is the most popular choice. Hawaiian Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,846 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Seattle?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Seattle.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Seattle?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Seattle from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Seattle?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Seattle with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Seattle?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Seattle from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sydney to Seattle

  • Taxis and rideshare providers offer a quick and easy way to get to Sydney Airport (SYD). The trip takes around 20min from the city centre (depending on traffic) and generally costs around A$ 45-55.
  • Sydney’s Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) has three terminals. However, all international flights depart from Terminal 1, so this is the terminal you’ll need for your flight to Seattle, Washington.
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) features a range of larger-than-life art installations. It’s worth taking some time to explore creations like The Cathedral and Carbon Veil.
  • For a lower carbon footprint on this route, consider booking with All Nippon Airways. Their flights with a single stopover, at Haneda Airport (HND) in Tokyo, emit up to 45% less CO2 than other flights from Sydney to Seattle.
  • If you're flying economy and don't have a frequent flyer membership, there are other lounges you can pay to use at Sydney Airport (SYD). You can book a stay at Skyteam Lounge, The House and Plaza Premium Lounge. Plaza Premium also accepts walk-ins.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Sydney to Seattle

 
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Hawaiian AirlinesOverall score based on 2827 reviews
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Flight delayed two hours , missed connection flight then connection cancelled- horrible experience with hotel

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Apr 2026
HNL - SAN
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Flight delayed two hours , missed connection flight then connection cancelled- horrible experience with hotel

Omg the disaster at the security was on another level! “Go to this end, sorry closed now, go to that end”. Ridiculous! This took over an hour! As far as the airline was concerned although I booked nearly a year ago I couldn’t get my bag tag - stand in another 15 minute line or my seat on Hawaiian Airlines- 5 more minutes! Then my TSA status was denied. Like what the heck! Makes a person not want to travel with this amount of incompetence

The Honolulu Hub needs 2 to 3 times the amount of things to do as well as shuttles that transport to/from gates and terminals. Arriving from OCONUS locations; transferring to CONUS locations its a miserable experience. Fetching and re-checking bags, then returning to a gate across the airport take longer than any other large airport. If youre confused by what I mean, the process goes like this: Disembark plane Walk a mile to the main terminal Walk half a mile to baggage claim Wait 40 minutes for baggage Walk a mile to re-check-in baggage Wait 20 minutes for checking in those bags Fo back through the wrong TSA line because the signage is poor Almost miss the connecting flight because your gate is across the airport.

The checking was disaster, the crew wasn't behave well. It took us two hours to check in, after that thr line at the TSA was long, we barely make the flight. Bad airline

Fabulous if you have a portable wheelchair. They can store it in the galley and you can just walk out with it. Really nice and the flat seats are just incredible, very nice. iPads for movies, also pretty nice,

The crew were exceptionally nice and accommodating. My wife was tired after the flight from Haneda, Tokyo. They let her sleep and served her dinner later after she woke up, before we landed in PDX.

No charging outlets worked. Other than collecting trash attendants didn’t come around. No one could hear flight attendants announcements during the flight. Seat pads were horrible. Sitting on a board for 5 hours. What happened to Hawaiian airlines comfort, hospitality, and extras? Our pilots did an excellent job trying to minimize turbulence and incredible job in landing in windy conditions.

I like that if they asked you to checked in a bag at the gate they give you priority to board

Horrible food and crew. Crew were laughing and talking loud while people were trying to sleep

Yall need to integrate your system with Alaska more efficiently. They booted me off the first flight because of a discrepancy on your end.

We had a cancellation due to weather, but the American Airlines staff was very helpful. Once we got on a plane, the trip was great.

Great food and good entertainment options for the long flight.

It seems that qantas are trying hard to regain their status as Australia's premier airline. I only flew economy but happy with the service entertainment, food, configuration everything.

Loved the food and beverages available, spacious economy class, excellent entertainment

Very good overall. Highly recommend for all flying to Australia

We had bulkhead seats in a A380 in the upper deck in seats 31 D and E. Storage was very limited other than in overhead bin - which is not within reach when in seat. Yet paying same price as others in premium economy who have a lot more storage within arm’s reach. Seems very unfair.

On the Qantas flight, I could barely hear some of the announcements. It was better when I could read them on the screen.

Good check in and helpful staff. Delayed for 1 hour. Took about 45 Mins to get baggage’s at DFW . Food was average ( Hindu meal ) . Overall it was good experience

Our boarding and flight was very good. However when we landed and pulled in to the gate it took 55 minutes for the jet bridge to be positioned next to the aircraft. That caused us to miss our ground transportation and it caused us unnecessary last minute transit planning and expense. Our flight was AA1733 on March 17, 2026

We booked with Qantas instead of Delta and we instead flew on American Airlines. American is not our favorite to go on. No leg room and the width of seats are a joke. Your are packed like sardines on American flights.

For the expense of first class, the seats could have been nicer and higher tier snacks would have been nice.

The boarding process on the departure from LA was rather slow even though I was in Group 1. For first class, I was not expecting to have to pay for Wi-fi but I did and then the wi-fi was spotty. The entree was surprisingly good and so that was a pleasant surprise. However, once I got to Houston, it was terrible. Unfortunately there was bad weather but the constant gate changes for my connecting flight was difficult to manage due to having to navigate back and forth between different terminals.

United has been holding my money for a cancel on another ticket they wouldn’t let me fly for going on 5 months. Terrible service I wouldn’t choose to buy tickets or fly with united again. Very bad experience generally dishonorable and poor service .

The seats were very nice in premium economy. The service was good. The flight was slightly bumpy. Would have appreciated more updates from the pilots.

They delayed the flight 3 hours because it wasn't full they moved us to 5 different gates probably the worst airline ever not even spirit is this bad.

Very easy ! Use the kiosk and bag drop and right to security within 10 min

Checking bag at terminal was horrible. No agents to check us in and only 1 kiosk working. Boarding went ok. Crew onboard was very scattered rained. Missed our row while serving and then didn’t see them hardly again.

Crew was amazing, takeoff wonderful. The bathroom was disgusting from before takeoff the odor made the flight uncomfortable as you could smell the bathroom from the center of the plane where we were sitting. Smelled like raw sewage. My daughter was throwing up as we landed due to the smell and horrible turbulence as we approached Newark.

Prefer not to have an almost 3 hour delay with useless communication that wasn't accurate.

Airline tickets are not cheap. You expect reliable competent service. Thanks to canceled flights and botched transfers we arrived at our destination two days late. This is not acceptable

Flight cancelled. Twice. And no communication. No gate agent. Went past boarding time and had to go and see email from AA. Airport communication was bad

I love the e fact that the staff communicated swiftly when my flight was delayed and gate number changed

It was awful. The communication between corporate and the crew on the ground left more to be desired. The crew even said that Corporate was waiting on answers because they themselves didn't know. Every hour, there was a new excuse. I also understood that passengers were angry, but the crew should have done a better job at crowd control. There was a racial exchange between passengers that could've been avoided has the crew acted sooner.

Delayed and horrible communication and sat on flight for an hour before taking off

I was a Wheelchair Assist’ passenger on a London Heathrow to PHL flight yesterday. The process of getting me and my carry-on bag from the ticket counter to the gate was not good at all. It was the worst in my 5 years of experience using this service offered by American. The Philadelphia ‘Wheelchair Assist’ service was, and always has been Excellent! Not so at Heathrow. I was handed off to three different wheelchair drivers; had to sit in a very dingy holding area for 30 minutes while waiting for our gate change announcement; got crammed into a overloaded service vehicle to take me from the holding area to the gate ; was dumped at the end of the line of already-boarding passengers with my heavy carryon and no one helped me up the ramp way at the gate to board the plane. Overall it was a miserable experience!

Flight was delayed three times and we had an international connecting flight which we would’ve missed but AA manage to find us a flight that allowed us to catch and we made our international flight. However, due to the flight change, I’m in Amman, Jordan missing all 4 bags. It’s been a nightmare. Been waiting since June 17 and today is June 20th. Still without luggage. Customer service wait times are two hours and I get disconnected while waiting. I’ll update when/if my luggage arrives. Every day is costing money in a hotel in Amman. I can’t continue my trip to Palestine until the luggage arrives. Then, I will be updating my review.

They did not offer coffee on a 7am flight…awful!!

Plane temperature was so hot that everyone on the plane was sweating. Departure gates changed 3 times in the hour before the flight. Internet service was so poor in the terminal that updates weren't always being received.

We had a mechanical delay which made us 90 minutes late (9:30 PM) then land and put into the penalty box because a plane was in our gate? What the hell! We should get priority.Damn American.

Check in for 5am flight at RDU was hampered by American check in counters being seriously understaffed , was told even supervisor called out. Took so long in line for special services check in that we missed our 5am departure even after arriving at 3:30am. Had to be rescheduled to later flight from Charlotte to St Thomas.

Aircraft is designed with all 3 washrooms at the back of the plane, meaning that when there is service underway, there are no washrooms available and it gets very crowded at the back of the plane.

Multiple delays and gate changes resulting in arrival with a 5 hour delay.

One crew member, Brandy was very helpful with recovering phone lost in customs. The plane was ancient and poorly maintained. Checked baggage did not arrive with flight. Almost missed flight because if insanely short layover time. Air Canada is worst flight I have ever booked with Kayak. Wanted to charge for headsets for on flight media.

The flight was good. My luggage didn’t land with me when I arrived in Columbus. So grateful I was able to get my luggage back within the 2 hours😍👍.

gave me complimentary food as the flight was not full and was attentive to my needs

It was a nice and smooth trip. Gave a friendly environment throughout the journey.

Meal and drink service was good. Old plane with old business class seats were quite disappointing

The flight was smooth, the plane was spacious and clean, the staff was kind and the food was decent.

Pretzels were a bit dry and dusty, however it is nice to have a choice between sweet and savory snacks.

Flight crew was great, and even the crew for checking bags! I had a question for a friend of mine flying tomorrow and the man I talked to was awesome and answered my questions and looked up things for me when he didn’t have to! I was able to give her current & accurate info for her flight and she was so appreciative too!!

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