Traveling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
13 hours 47 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Sydney is 7 hours ahead of Dubai and is in the UTC+11 timezone.
Flights from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport start at 01:50 — the first with Emirates. The last departure is the 21:45 service with Emirates. Overall, you can choose from 28 weekly services from DXB to SYD.
Flying over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Emirates runs direct flights from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Sydney — plus maybe even more of Australia if time allows.
We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between DXB and SYD include:
Ngurah Rai International Airport
Changi International Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from DXB to SYD, check if you need a visa to enter Australia. Travel document and visa requirements may differ and are updated frequently. To get the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
C$638 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. A return flight starts from C$1,316. These fares can change based on availability.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from DXB to SYD, reserve your journey 9 months before your departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Dubai, Dubai Airport can be reached in approximately 16 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near DXB? If you're on an early flight from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SYD if you're taking a late flight from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Check in to 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 central Sydney takes about 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Traveling by public transport takes roughly 27 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Sydney. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Dubai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you'd like to explore Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DXB to SYD in July. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC then.
More about Sydney
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Sydney right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from DXB to SYD:
Winston Hills Lions Park and Rumsey Rose Garden are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Sydney to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Westmead Hospital: Emergency Room.
Complete your Sydney trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and perhaps 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.