Flying from Belfast to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by working out where you'll catch your flight from Belfast to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are Belfast's main airports.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney. The city runs on the UTC+11 timezone and is 11 hours ahead of Belfast.
Your flight from Belfast to SYD won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Travelling from central Belfast to BFS takes about 2 hours by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Belfast International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Belfast International Airport, 67.55% arrive on time at their destination.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
You can reach BHD from central Belfast in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to travel the 8 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Belfast to SYD flight, stay in one of these hotels close to George Best Belfast City Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68.3%.
About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Grab a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car and explore Sydney and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Belfast to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Sydney. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Rs128,577 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. A return flight starts at Rs258,601. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Belfast to SYD, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Belfast to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). July is when most people visit Sydney. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in April.
Before locking in your Belfast to SYD flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Belfast to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Sydney
After booking your flight from Belfast to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sydney:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Sydney when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick things off at Sydney Harbour followed by Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and National Portrait Gallery.
If you want to check out another side of Australia, consider Newcastle, about 129 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Merewether Beach, Bathers Way Coastal Walk and Nobbys Beach are highlights.