Flying from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney is 17 hours ahead of Albuquerque and observes the UTC+11 timezone.
To ensure you get on your ABQ to SYD flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as October, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. These are the top stopovers between ABQ and SYD:
Los Angeles International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
At the moment, 475 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 989 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from ABQ to SYD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ABQ to SYD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
ABQ's address is 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 85.09% of flights that take off from ABQ reach their destination without delay.
Central Albuquerque to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 2 hours 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near ABQ? If you're boarding an early flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you're landing on a late Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near SYD:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive to explore Sydney and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the busiest month for flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Sydney in April.
Book your flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you want to explore Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ABQ to SYD in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you want to check out another corner of Australia, head for Newcastle, about 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are key highlights.