Traveling from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney is seven hours ahead of Baku and observes the UTC+11 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your GYD to SYD flight.
Traveling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between GYD and SYD:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is $430. A round-trip fare is currently $1,046. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GYD to SYD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
83.46% of flights leaving Heydar Aliyev International Airport reach their destination as planned. With its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from GYD.
Central Baku to Heydar Aliyev International Airport is approximately 21 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near GYD:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
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Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
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 get to the center driving.
Traveling to the center by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Sydney based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you'd like to go to Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from GYD to SYD sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometers south-west of Sydney, a trip to Canberra will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 121 kilometers north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another essential stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.