Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Rhodes Airport (RHO): what you need to know
The timezone in Rhodes is UTC+2, which is nine hours behind Sydney.
Give yourself enough time to make your SYD to RHO flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Rhodes Airport (RHO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rhodes Airport flight is £435. A round-trip ticket right now is £751. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from SYD to RHO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rhodes Airport.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights taking off from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 11 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near SYD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rhodes Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Rhodes Airport (RHO)
If you're coming in on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rhodes Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near RHO:
Pick up a Rhodes Airport rental car and explore Rhodes and beyond with your own wheels. Abbycar, Green Motion and Carwiz are popular providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Rhodes Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Rhodes Airport (RHO) to central Rhodes
Rhodes Airport to the centre of Rhodes has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 miles away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Rhodes Airport (RHO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rhodes Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Rhodes in January.
Before locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Rhodes Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Rhodes, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to RHO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Rhodes has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Greece waiting to be discovered. About 270 miles north-west of Rhodes, a visit to Athens will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Next? Travel to Acharnes. It's roughly 270 miles north-west of Rhodes and is home to highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.