Travelling from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney is 16 hours ahead of Austin and observes the UTC+11 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your AUS to SYD flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between AUS and SYD include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is £303. A return fare is currently £686. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AUS to SYD if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from AUS to SYD.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Handy information about Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
AUS is located at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81.23% of flights that depart AUS reach their destination without delay.
To get to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport from central Austin, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 12 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
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Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you're getting in on a late Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near SYD:
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Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 11 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the busiest month for flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Sydney in April.
When booking your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from AUS to SYD in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be explored. Around 150 miles south-west of Sydney, a trip to Canberra will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Newcastle is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 75 miles north-east of Sydney. No journey is complete without experiencing Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.