Traveling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Dali Airport (DLU): what you need to know
Flying during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dali Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the SYD - DLU route are:
Beijing Capital International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter China. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before reserving your cheap ticket from SYD to DLU, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Dali Airport (DLU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dali Airport is C$604. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$906. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap flight tickets from SYD to DLU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flight tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dali Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap flight tickets from SYD to DLU every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dali Airport. Enter your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The journey from central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport takes around 27 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dali Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Dali Airport (DLU)
If you're on a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dali Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near DLU:
Getting from Dali Airport (DLU) to central Dali City
Dali Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Dali City. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 22 minutes.
When to fly to Dali Airport (DLU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dali Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Dali City in April.
Before locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dali Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Dali City, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 15ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from SYD to DLU sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Dali City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in Dali City right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from SYD to DLU:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Cangshan Gate of Dali Ancient City, Dali University and 大理水花庄园 are highlights which should feature on every Dali City itinerary.
Complete your Dali City trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Dali Airport — next on the list is finding a great place to 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 Dali City.
