Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is 11 hours ahead of Dublin.
Your DUB to SYD flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dublin Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between DUB and SYD include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
At the moment, RM1,771 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dublin Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM3,072. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from DUB to SYD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DUB to SYD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dublin Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
Of all flights departing from Dublin Airport, 72.87% land on time at their destination.
To reach Dublin Airport from central Dublin, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 2 hours 10 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Dublin Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to DUB:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you have a late Dublin Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SYD:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sydney and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to central Sydney has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Dublin Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Sydney based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Dublin Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you'd like to explore Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DUB to SYD in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a trip to Canberra will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Newcastle is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No journey is complete without visiting Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.