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Find the cheapest month to fly from Alice Springs to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Alice Springs to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Alice Springs to Sydney: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$698
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 44 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week37

Finding cheap flights from Alice Springs to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Alice Springs to Sydney is $698. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Alice Springs to Sydney.
Qantas, Air New Zealand and Cathay Pacific fly direct from Alice Springs to Sydney.
As of May 2024, there are 37 flights per week flying from Alice Springs to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Alice Springs to Sydney is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Alice Springs Airport to Sydney Airport on Monday, 20 May 2024.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 44 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sydney but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Virgin Australia and Qantas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Which airlines fly from Alice Springs to Sydney?

  • Qantas is the only airline operating direct flights to Sydney from Alice Springs, but Virgin Australia operates routes connecting through Adelaide, which are just as frequent.
  • Read up on the best time to book if you’re looking to snag a bargain the next time you fly.

How easy is it to depart from Alice Springs?

Alice Springs Airport is an important regional hub for this iconic town, and an easy hub to transit through.

  • Main Terminal – All flights to Sydney will depart from this terminal.

Travellers will find a licensed café in the main terminal, as well as a gift shop, a well-stocked newsagency, and other handy amenities like free WiFi and cash machines. 

Arrive at this airport at least 1 hour before your flight is due to depart.

What do I need before I depart from Alice Springs?

  • A form of photo-ID is required for domestic air travel.
  • Please be aware, that if you are not an Australian citizen or resident, you may need to carry your passport.

What information do I need to know before arriving in Sydney? 

Sydney Airport is Australia’s premier airport, with 3 large and well-equipped terminals.

  • Terminal 2 and 3 – are Sydney’s domestic terminals. 

T2 and T3 have a lot of facilities for incoming flyers. There are public telephones, information counters, snack kiosks, restaurants, bars, lounges, ATMs, shopping outlets, and free WiFi. The AirTrain or the T-Bus connect to T1 for a fee of $6, though this is waived if you travel with Qantas or Virgin Australia.

What is the weather like in Sydney?

  • Sydney has a much more temperate climate than arid Alice Springs. Expect summers to hover around 18-26°C during the summer, and winters to stick around 9-17°C.

Is there a time difference between Alice Springs and Sydney?

  • Sydney is 30 minutes ahead of Alice Springs during Standard Time (ST), but during Daylight Savings Time (DST) Sydney is 1.5 hours ahead of Alice Springs.

Is Sydney cheaper than Alice Springs?

Restaurants and groceries are a lot cheaper in Sydney, but accommodation is much more expensive, so knowing where to stay will help you save a lot of money. Read our accommodation in Sydney guide here.

  Alice Springs Sydney
Average cost of a meal for 2 people $90 $90
Average cost of a coffee $4.50 $3.80
Average cost of a taxi from the airport to the CBD $30-35 $45

Please note that the information provided above is accurate as of October 2017 


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