Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR): what you need to know
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SYD to AOR flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to discover a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a sought-after stop between SYD and AOR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport flight is $727. A return ticket right now is $542. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SYD to AOR, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SYD to AOR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of the departures from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to SYD:
Arriving at Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near AOR instead:
Pick up a Sultan Abdul Halim Airport rental car and discover Alor Setar and beyond with your own set of wheels. Agtran, Hertz and WAHDAH are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Sultan Abdul Halim Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR) to central Alor Setar
Sultan Abdul Halim Airport to the centre of Alor Setar has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Alor Setar. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Alor Setar is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to AOR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Alor Setar has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. Around 209 kilometres east of Alor Setar, a trip to Kota Bharu will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Around 370 kilometres south-east of Alor Setar, Kuala Lumpur is another favourite stop in Malaysia. No visit is complete without checking out Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.