Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Avalon Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which is the same as Sydney.
You can choose from 65 weekly Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Avalon Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Jetstar is the earliest flight you can take. Jetstar operates the last service of the day at 21:45.
Your SYD to AVV flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Melbourne (and then exploring more of Australia!) is easy with Jetstar. This popular airline has direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Avalon Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Jetstar on this route.
Jetstar is the most punctual carrier that offers SYD to AVV flights. A dependable 87.54% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
If you want to visit a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Avalon Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Brisbane Airport is a sought-after stop between SYD and AVV.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)
Rs5,349 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Avalon Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs10,675. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Book two months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SYD to AVV.
Organise your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Avalon Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, data shows 69.62% of flights complete their journey on time.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Avalon Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SYD:
Arriving at Avalon Airport (AVV)
Get off your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Avalon Airport flight and be sprawled out in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a convenient option that's not too far from AVV, stay at Corio Bay Motel.
Hit the road running by picking up an Avalon Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and explore beyond Melbourne's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Avalon Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Avalon Airport (AVV) to central Melbourne
From Avalon Airport, Melbourne is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
When to fly to Avalon Airport (AVV)
April is the most popular month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Avalon Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Melbourne in May.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Avalon Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to AVV in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 13ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored after you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're looking to explore another side of Australia, consider Geelong, about 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre are key highlights.