Flying from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney is 15 hours ahead of Jacksonville and is in the UTC+11 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your JAX to SYD flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jacksonville International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between JAX and SYD:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
C$988 is the lowest price for a one-way Jacksonville International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. A return flight starts from C$1,818. These fares can change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from JAX to SYD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from JAX to SYD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Handy information about Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
You'll find JAX at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
Jacksonville International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80.42% of flights that take off from JAX arrive at their destination on time.
Central Jacksonville to Jacksonville International Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to JAX:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Jacksonville International 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. Pick up your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and discover more of Sydney and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks before you travel.
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 reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Sydney. If you want a more relaxed 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 Jacksonville International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from JAX to SYD in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a visit to Canberra will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Newcastle is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No journey is complete without seeing Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.