Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 17 hours 10 minutes.
Sydney is 16 hours ahead of Dallas and is in the UTC+11 timezone.
Flights from DFW to SYD start at 21:10 — the earliest with Qantas. The latest departure is at 22:15 with Qantas. Overall, there are nine weekly Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your DFW to SYD flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Sydney (and then exploring more of Australia!) is a cinch with Qantas. This popular airline offers direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Qantas.
Qantas is the most punctual carrier that operates DFW to SYD flights. An impressive 85.96% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. These are the top stopovers between DFW and SYD:
Brisbane Airport
Auckland Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Right now, Rs97,435 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs249,648. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from DFW to SYD, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from DFW to SYD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Handy information about Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You'll find DFW at International Pkwy.
Of all flights departing from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, 73.22% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Dallas to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 3 hours 55 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to DFW? If you've booked an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and venture far and wide through Sydney and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Sydney. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Sydney based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you want to explore Sydney during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DFW to SYD in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Sydney, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Journey around 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to check off its must-visit sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Newcastle is another standout destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No journey is complete without visiting Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.
