Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Yellowknife Airport (YZF): what you need to know
To ensure you get on your SYD to YZF flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Yellowknife Airport. Vancouver International Airport is a top stopover on the SYD to YZF route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Yellowknife Airport (YZF)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Yellowknife Airport flight is Rs397,721. A return fare is currently Rs283,803. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to YZF if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Yellowknife Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SYD to YZF by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Yellowknife Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights departing from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Yellowknife Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to SYD:
Arriving at Yellowknife Airport (YZF)
Consider staying in a hotel near YZF if you have a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Yellowknife Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Yellowknife Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from National, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Yellowknife's usual tourist stops.
To get the best possible deal, reserve your vehicle from Yellowknife Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your departure date.
Getting from Yellowknife Airport (YZF) to central Yellowknife
Yellowknife Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Yellowknife. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Yellowknife Airport (YZF)
July is the most popular month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Yellowknife Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Yellowknife in April.
When booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Yellowknife Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Yellowknife, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 24ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -32ºC and -15ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SYD to YZF sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
High Level is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Yellowknife. Around 467 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include R.E. Walter Memorial Aquatic Centre, High Level Community Park and High Level Sports Complex.
Around 193 kilometres south-west of Yellowknife, Hay River is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Hay River Territorial Park, Hay River Historical Museum and Hay River public beach.
