Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Whangarei Airport (WRE): what you need to know
Give yourself enough time to catch your SYD to WRE flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to tour a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Whangarei Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Auckland Airport is a popular stop between SYD and WRE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Whangarei Airport (WRE)
$583 is the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Whangarei Airport flight. A return flight starts from $686. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to WRE if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Whangarei Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.62% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Whangarei Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Whangarei Airport (WRE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Whangarei Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near WRE instead:
Follow your own route with a Whangarei Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Budget or Hertz and venture far and wide through Whangarei and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Whangarei Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Whangarei Airport (WRE) to central Whangarei
Whangarei Airport to the centre of Whangarei has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Whangarei Airport (WRE)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Whangarei Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Whangarei. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Whangarei Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Whangarei, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to WRE in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Whangarei has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand just waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres south of Whangarei, a visit to Auckland will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
If you want to check out another side of New Zealand, head for Manukau City, about 145 kilometres south of Whangarei. Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church are the start of reasons to visit.