Flying from Calgary Airport (YYC) to Sydney Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is 18 hours ahead of Calgary.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your YYC to SYD flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary Airport (YYC) to Sydney Airport (SYD)
436 € is the lowest price for a one-way Calgary Airport to Sydney Airport flight. Return flights start from 784 €. These fares can change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from YYC to SYD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Calgary Airport to Sydney Airport.
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Handy information about Calgary Airport (YYC)
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
76% of flights leaving from Calgary Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Calgary Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Calgary. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Calgary Airport to Sydney Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to YYC:
Arriving at Sydney Airport (SYD)
Reserve a hotel close to SYD if you're catching a late Calgary Airport to Sydney Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sydney Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and see more of Sydney and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sydney Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Sydney Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Sydney. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Sydney Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Calgary Airport to Sydney Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Sydney based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Calgary Airport to Sydney Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YYC to SYD around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Sydney, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Travel around 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to tick off its popular sights. From National Gallery of Australia to National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Newcastle is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No journey is complete without visiting Merewether Beach, Nobbys Beach and Newcastle Beach.