Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 12 hours 20 minutes.
Sydney is five hours 30 minutes ahead of New Delhi and follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Flights from DEL to SYD start from 14:15 — the earliest with Air India. The last departure is at 14:20 with Air India. Overall, you can take your pick of ten weekly Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your DEL to SYD flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Sydney (and then seeing more of Australia!) is a snap with Air India. This popular carrier has direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Air India on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for DEL to SYD flights is Air India.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between DEL and SYD:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
187 € is currently the best price for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. A return flight starts at 409 €. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To get cheap tickets from DEL to SYD, book your trip six months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
67.17% of flights leaving from Indira Gandhi International Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Indira Gandhi International Airport from central New Delhi, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to DEL:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you're landing on a late Indira Gandhi International 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 accommodation options near SYD:
Explore without limits with a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and find adventure across Sydney and beyond.
Booking your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
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 driving.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the most popular month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Sydney in April.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from DEL to SYD in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Sydney, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Journey about 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to check off its leading attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you busy.
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.
