Travelling from Washington DC to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD): What you need to know
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is 16 hours ahead of Washington DC. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is located in Sydney.
Your flight from Washington DC to SYD won't wait if you're 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.
If you're flying during a peak month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving and spring break.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Washington DC to SYD departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
DCA is around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Washington DC to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% arrive on time at their destination.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Break up your flight from Washington DC to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and SYD are:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
You can arrive at IAD from the centre of Washington DC in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to SYD flight:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure reflects how often flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
You can book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) with a stop or two departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). These are some of the most popular stopovers between BWI and SYD:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 40 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Baltimore Washington International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77%. To put it simply, that's how often flights from this airport arrive as planned.
About Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Washington DC to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Sydney. The time it takes to get to the centre by taxi or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It'll take around 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is ج.م. 24,280. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 50,217. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to SYD. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Washington DC to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Sydney. July is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a Washington DC to SYD plane ticket departing in January if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sydney to range from 17ºC to 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport in July when temperatures are between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Sydney
Start your Sydney trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Harbour and Sydney Opera House are essential stops on your Sydney itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the southwest, its top attractions include National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
Around 129 kilometres northeast of Sydney, Newcastle is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Merewether Beach, Nobbys Beach and Newcastle Beach.
