Flights from Quebec City (YQB) and Montreal (YUL) to Sydney, Australia

Here is what to know before booking a flight to Sydney from Quebec City and Montreal.

From Montreal, fares to Sydney usually run between $1550 and $2250. The best fare spotted recently is $1876 (about 1% below the typical price).

What this route usually costs

We have recorded a fare from Montreal to Sydney on 58 separate days, the first on July 7, 2026 and the most recent on September 3, 2026. Across those days the best fare of the day ranged from $1528 to $2148, with a median of $1530. 52 of those days came in cheaper than today. Today's $1876 is around the middle of that range.

Days observed 58
Lowest recorded $1528
Median day $1530
Highest recorded $2148

These numbers are our own: one price point per route per scan day. How we collect them.

Quebec City or Montreal for Sydney?

We have priced Sydney from both airports on 58 of the same days. Montreal came in cheaper on 56 of them and Quebec City on 2. Averaged across those days, Montreal was $285 cheaper on this route.

Latest fare we spotted from each airport

Montreal $1876 (-1%)
Quebec City $2246

Sydney is Australia's largest city, draped around one of the world's most beautiful natural harbours. Celebrated for its iconic Opera House, golden beaches, and easygoing outdoor lifestyle, it blends cosmopolitan culture with sun-soaked coastal living - and with so much shoreline to explore, you'll want to dive right in!

When to go

As a southern-hemisphere city, Sydney's seasons are reversed, so its warm summer falls from December to February and is peak beach season. Spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) offer mild, pleasant weather and thinner crowds, while winter from June to August stays relatively mild.

Getting there from Quebec City and Montreal

From eastern Canada, Sydney is one of the longest trips you can take, almost always involving multiple connections through Montreal or Toronto and then a Pacific gateway such as a US west-coast or Asian hub. Set aside well over a day of travel from door to door. Prepare for a major time difference and long layovers along the way.

What to see and do

The Sydney Opera House
Bondi Beach and the coastal walk
Sydney Harbour Bridge climb
The Royal Botanic Garden
A ferry across the harbour to Manly

Good to know before you go

The currency is the Australian dollar, contactless cards are accepted almost everywhere, and tipping is not expected though it is welcome for great service. Public transit is excellent: use a single Opal card (or your contactless card) for trains, buses, light rail, and the scenic harbour ferries across the city, so you won't need to drive. English is the language and the city is very safe; just respect the strong sun and surf by wearing sunscreen and swimming between the flags on patrolled beaches.

Entry requirements and health

Travel authorization required

No visa here, but you'll want to grab an electronic travel authorization online before you fly. It only takes a few minutes, so sort it out a few days ahead - the airline checks for it at the gate.

General orientation for a Canadian passport on a short tourist trip, not legal or medical advice. Confirm with official sources, and see a travel health clinic four to six weeks before departure.

Travel information is provided as a guide and can change. Always confirm fares, schedules and entry requirements before booking.

Other destinations from Quebec City and Montreal

See every destination

See every flight deal from Quebec City and Montreal