Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, making Sydney 11 hours ahead of Birmingham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your BHX to SYD flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd like to check out a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a popular stop between BHX and SYD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is 391 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 875 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BHX to SYD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
When it comes to Birmingham International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65.48% of flights complete their journey on time.
Birmingham International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 50 minutes.
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Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Reserve a hotel close to SYD if you're catching a late Birmingham International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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Reserving your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
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 drive to the centre.
It takes around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Sydney based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you want to visit Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BHX to SYD in July. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Newcastle is another standout destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No journey is complete without visiting Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.