Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney is ten hours ahead of Zurich and follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Your ZRH to SYD flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
At the moment, £323 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £759. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from ZRH to SYD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Zurich Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
69.02% of flights taking off from Zurich Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to ZRH? If you've booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you're coming in on a late Zurich Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SYD:
Grab a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car and discover Sydney and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
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 get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Sydney. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Zurich Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you'd like to visit Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to SYD in July. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Sydney, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Journey around 150 miles south-west to Canberra to check off its popular sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another major destination in Australia, head for Newcastle, about 75 miles north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are among its highlights.
