Flying from Paris to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Planning your flight from Paris to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) begins with finding the most convenient airport to kick off your trip. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are the main departure points in Paris.
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is 10 hours ahead of Paris. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Paris to SYD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
We make it easy to find a flight from Paris to SYD with a stopover. To see the options departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CDG and SYD include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Perth Airport (PER)
CDG is roughly 27 kilometres from central Paris. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Paris to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Paris to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, browse these options when leaving from Paris Orly Airport:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in about 57 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 34 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Paris to SYD, take it easy in one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport:
About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Consider booking a hotel close to SYD if you're catching a late flight from Paris to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Sydney. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 27 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Paris to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from $657 or travel return from just $1,286. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
We recommend booking as early as possible to get flight tickets from Paris to SYD. You're more likely to score a great deal and enjoy a wider choice of departure times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Paris to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Sydney in April when things are quieter.
Schedule your flight from Paris to SYD for January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sydney to range from 17ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Paris to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Sydney
After locking in your flight from Paris to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sydney:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach are must-do's during your Sydney adventure.
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