Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney is 11 hours ahead of Manchester and follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your MAN to SYD flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAN and SYD:
Dubai Airport
Changi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
C$609 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Return flights start at C$1,288. These fares may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAN to SYD, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of the departures from Manchester Airport, 59.39% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MAN? If you're catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Manchester Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Book your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and see more of Sydney and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling on public transport takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Sydney. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAN to SYD sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another essential stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.