Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Adelaide Airport (ADL): what you need to know
A direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Adelaide Airport takes on average 2 hours 9 minutes. The timezone in Adelaide is UTC+10:30, which makes it 30 minutes behind Sydney.
Each week, there are 410 flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Adelaide Airport. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, jump on the 06:00 Virgin Australia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from SYD to ADL is 20:55 with Qantas.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
One simple trip from SYD to ADL is all it takes to reach Adelaide, Australia. You'll find a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Adelaide Airport, including:
We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Adelaide Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between SYD and ADL are:
Canberra Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Launceston Airport
You won't need your passport or a visa to fly within Australia. You will need a valid proof of identity however, such as an ID card or driver's license. Put them on your packing list once you've got your cheap ticket from SYD to ADL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Adelaide Airport is P3,248. The cheapest price for a return flight is P6,624. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from SYD to ADL, book your trip 1 month ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Adelaide Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Sydney, Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport can be reached in approximately 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 27 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Adelaide Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to SYD:
Arriving at Adelaide Airport (ADL)
If you have a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Adelaide Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near ADL:
Getting from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to central Adelaide
Adelaide Airport to central Adelaide is around 17 minutes in a car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 49 minutes.
When to fly to Adelaide Airport (ADL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Adelaide Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Adelaide in April.
The warmest month in Adelaide is January, with the temperature ranging between 15 ºC and 30 ºC. Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Adelaide Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
August sees average temperatures of between 7 ºC and 16 ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SYD to ADL sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Adelaide
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Adelaide right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from SYD to ADL:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Adelaide Botanic Garden, Glenelg Beach and Adelaide Oval are essential stops on your Adelaide itinerary.
Complete your Adelaide trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Adelaide Airport — next on the list is finding a great 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 Adelaide.