Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO): what you need to know
The timezone in Palermo is UTC+1, which is ten hours behind Sydney.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your SYD to PMO flight.
Flying during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
At the moment, $641 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,369. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SYD to PMO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights that depart Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to SYD:
Arriving at Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
If you're landing on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near PMO:
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Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Falcone-Borsellino Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO) to central Palermo
Falcone-Borsellino Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Palermo. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Palermo in January.
When booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Palermo, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to PMO in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
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Around 322 kilometres north of Palermo, Naples is another essential stop in Italy. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.