Flying from Senai Airport (JHB) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney is three hours ahead of Johor Bahru and follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your JHB to SYD flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Senai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between JHB and SYD include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Senai Airport (JHB) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
R 3,980 is the lowest price for a one-way Senai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Return flights start from R 8,052. These fares can change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from JHB to SYD, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Senai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Senai Airport (JHB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Senai Airport, 71.32% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Senai Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Johor Bahru. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near JHB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Senai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you're coming in on a late Senai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SYD:
Pick up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car and explore Sydney and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are top providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks ahead.
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 driving.
It takes around 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Senai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Sydney. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Senai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JHB to SYD in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a trip to Canberra will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another favourite stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.