Travelling from Armidale Airport (ARM) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Armidale Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Armidale and Sydney share the same timezone, UTC+11.
Flights from ARM to SYD start from 06:30 — the earliest with Qantas. The last departure is at 17:30 with Rex Regional Express. In total, you can take your pick of 58 weekly Armidale Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your ARM to SYD flight.
Flying during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Sydney (and then discovering more of Australia!) is a snap with Qantas. This popular airline offers direct flights from Armidale Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Qantas.
The most punctual carrier that offers ARM to SYD flights is Qantas. Its services land as scheduled 77.72% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Armidale Airport (ARM) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
At the moment, $224 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Armidale Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $446. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ARM to SYD.
The cheapest month for flights from Armidale Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Armidale Airport (ARM)
Of all flights leaving Armidale Airport, 77.72% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Armidale to Armidale Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Armidale Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to ARM:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you're arriving on a late Armidale Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near SYD:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and explore beyond Sydney's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Sydney. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Armidale Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Sydney based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Armidale Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you'd like to go to Sydney during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ARM to SYD in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a trip to Canberra will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Newcastle is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No trip is complete without visiting Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.