Flying from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Around 9 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is three hours ahead of Hong Kong.
Each week, there are 45 Hong Kong International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, go for the 08:45 Cathay Pacific flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 23:55 with Cathay Pacific.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your HKG to SYD flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Cathay Pacific has direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Sydney — and maybe even more of Australia if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with Cathay Pacific on this route.
Cathay Pacific is the most punctual carrier operating HKG to SYD flights, with 70.24% of its services arriving on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between HKG and SYD:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
At the moment, Rs46,585 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs98,949. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book seven months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from HKG to SYD.
The cheapest month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from HKG to SYD.
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Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
HKG's address is 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Of the departures from Hong Kong International Airport, 73.04% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Hong Kong to Hong Kong International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to HKG:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Hong Kong International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Pick up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car and discover Sydney and beyond with your own set of wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks before you travel.
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.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Sydney. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from HKG to SYD in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Australia you should also see. About 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a visit to Canberra will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Australia, consider Newcastle, roughly 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are the start of reasons to visit.
