Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Victoria: what you need to know
Victoria is 19 hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located. Victoria follows the UTC-7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SYD to Victoria flight.
Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Finding a flight ticket from SYD to Victoria with a stopover is simple. Whether you want to potentially save on your fare or explore an exciting new destination, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options. A popular stop is Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
Travelling from central Sydney to SYD takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near SYD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Victoria or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Victoria
The best price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Victoria flight is Rs163,317. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs302,470. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SYD to Victoria if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
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Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to central Victoria takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to YYJ if you have a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Victoria. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Victoria International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Avis and find adventure across Victoria and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Victoria International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from SYD to Victoria.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH) is about 2 kilometres from central Victoria. After your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Victoria, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take roughly 10 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to YWH. Settle in and get cosy after your SYD to Victoria flight at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Victoria
Visit Victoria in high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Victoria in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Victoria flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Victoria, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 23ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to Victoria in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Victoria
Once you've booked your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Victoria, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Victoria:
Craigdarroch Castle and Royal BC Museum are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Victoria to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Inner Harbour.
Explore more of Canada
Abbotsford is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Victoria. Around 105 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Discovery Trail Dog Park, Ag-Rec Centre and Maclure park.
Around 105 kilometres north-east of Victoria, Coquitlam is another essential stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Laurentian Park, Maquabeak Park and Crane Park.