Traveling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
A direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport takes an average of 15 hours 25 minutes. The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, so it's 18 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Choose from 12 weekly flights from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. The 09:20 departure with Air Canada is the earliest you can take from YVR to SYD. Air Canada operates the latest service of the day at 22:40 if early starts aren't your thing.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Jetting into Sydney (and seeing more of Australia!) is straightforward with Air Canada. This popular carrier has direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Australia. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements change often. Before locking in your cheap ticket from YVR to SYD, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is C$372. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$970. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap flight tickets from YVR to SYD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
August is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 33 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near YVR. Whether you're on an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you have a late flight from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near SYD:
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the center of Sydney. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
It takes around 27 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Sydney in April.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from YVR to SYD sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Sydney
Start your Sydney trip right by finding the perfect stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from YVR to SYD, have a look at our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Winston Hills Lions Park, Rumsey Rose Garden and Westmead Hospital: Emergency Room are must-visits when exploring Sydney.
Complete your Sydney trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Sydney.