Travelling from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, making Sydney 11 hours ahead of Reykjavik.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your KEF to SYD flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd love to explore a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Keflavik International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Vancouver International Airport is a popular stop between KEF and SYD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
At the moment, $848 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Keflavik International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,914. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from KEF to SYD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Keflavik International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
When it comes to Keflavik International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.96% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Keflavik International Airport from central Reykjavik, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
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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 to the centre of Sydney has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Keflavik International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Sydney. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Keflavik International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from KEF to SYD in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're ready to explore another side of Australia, consider Newcastle, about 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are among its highlights.