Travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Fort Lauderdale. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) jetting off from here.
Sydney is 15 hours ahead of Fort Lauderdale. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney, which operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Fort Lauderdale to SYD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
If you're going away during a popular month like July, be at the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. You can expect lines to be longer during high seasons like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Fort Lauderdale to SYD leaving from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
FLL is about 8 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Sydney. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes around 27 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Book a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from ج.م. 25,272 or travel return from just ج.م. 49,294. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap flight tickets from Fort Lauderdale to SYD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Sydney. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Book your flight from Fort Lauderdale to SYD for January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sydney to range from 17ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Sydney
Start your Sydney trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach are highlights which should feature on any good Sydney itinerary.
Complete your Sydney trip with a car rental
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