Flying from Illawara Airport (WOL) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, which is the same as Wollongong.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your WOL to SYD flight.
Flying during a peak time like December? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Illawara Airport (WOL) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
RM1,386 is the lowest price for a one-way Illawara Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM2,528. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from WOL to SYD, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Illawara Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from WOL to SYD.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Illawara Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Handy information about Illawara Airport (WOL)
Illawara Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Wollongong. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near WOL? If you're catching an early flight from Illawara Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Illawara Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Grab a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car and explore Sydney and beyond with your own set of wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are top providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Illawara Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Sydney. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Illawara Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from WOL to SYD sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Sydney, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Travel about 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to tick off its top attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another corner of Australia, head for Newcastle, about 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are key highlights.
