Travelling from Singapore to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Singapore. Explore your options departing from Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP) when reserving your flight from Singapore to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD).
Jump on a direct Singapore to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 7 hours 45 minutes.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney. The city follows the UTC+11 timezone and is three hours ahead of Singapore.
With 61 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Changi International Airport (SIN) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) is the busiest route. Singapore Airlines operates the earliest flight at 12:45am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from SIN to SYD is with Qantas at 10:35pm.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Singapore to SYD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Take the express route from Changi International Airport (SIN). Direct flights from Singapore to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) operate from here.
Choose from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Singapore to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport departing from SIN. Get on board with any of these:
Singapore Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from SIN to SYD.
Among carriers operating on this route, Singapore Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Singapore to SYD with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Changi International Airport (SIN), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between SIN and SYD include:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Adelaide Airport (ADL)
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Singapore, SIN can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Changi International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Singapore to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
68.95% of flights departing from Changi International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Singapore to XSP in around 1 hour 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Singapore to SYD flight, stay in one of these hotels near Seletar Airport:
About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Reserve a hotel near SYD if you have a late flight from Singapore to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and explore beyond Sydney's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Singapore to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Central Sydney is around 18 kilometres from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
It takes around 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is 139 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 261 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book four months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Singapore to SYD.
September is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Singapore to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Singapore to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Sydney. July is when most people book flights from Singapore to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Singapore to SYD plane ticket departing in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sydney to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Singapore to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in July when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Sydney
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Sydney right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Singapore to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Sydney Harbour, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Sydney itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Sydney, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Journey around 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to check off its leading attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and National Portrait Gallery, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another corner of Australia, consider Newcastle, roughly 129 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Merewether Beach, Bathers Way Coastal Walk and Nobbys Beach are among the biggest draws.