Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
A direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport takes on average 12 hours 21 minutes. The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, making it 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of New Delhi.
Flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport start at 09:45 — the earliest with Air India. The latest departure is the 14:20 option with Air India. Overall, you can take your pick of 10 services every week from DEL to SYD.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Air India is your gateway to exploring Sydney (and perhaps some other great parts of Australia!). Browse the direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport offered by this carrier.
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DEL and SYD include:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Australia. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before locking in your cheap ticket from DEL to SYD, check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is C$311. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$660. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap flight tickets from DEL to SYD by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Traveling from central New Delhi to Indira Gandhi International Airport takes about 54 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 24 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Reserve a hotel close to SYD if you're taking a late flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to the center of Sydney takes about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 27 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Sydney in April.
Before locking in your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DEL to SYD in July. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC then.
More about Sydney
As soon as you've locked in your flights from DEL to SYD, you'll want to find a place to stay in Sydney. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Winston Hills Lions Park, Rumsey Rose Garden and Westmead Hospital: Emergency Room are among the things you can't miss in Sydney.
Complete your Sydney trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Sydney.
