Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To look at all your options, simply deselect 'Direct flights only.' O.R. Tambo International Airport is a popular stopover on the CPT to SYD route.
To find out if you need a visa to enter Australia, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the most up-to-date information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from CPT to SYD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is 528 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 922 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from CPT to SYD, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport throughout the entire month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
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Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
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Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Sydney. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
It typically takes 27 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Sydney based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you'd like to visit Sydney during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 32ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CPT to SYD sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
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