Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Sydney 11 hours ahead of London.
Your LCY to SYD flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London City Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is AED 2,334. A round-trip ticket right now is AED 4,800. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from LCY to SYD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London City Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London City Airport, data shows 74.57% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
London City Airport is about 11 kilometers from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near LCY. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London City Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you're arriving on a late London City Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near SYD:
Follow your own route with a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and experience more of Sydney and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks before traveling.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the center.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the most popular month for flights from London City Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Sydney in April.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from London City Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LCY to SYD in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Sydney. Around 241 kilometers away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 121 kilometers north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another favorite stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.