Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Alice Springs Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Flights from SYD to ASP start from 09:05 — the earliest with Qantas. The latest departure is at 09:15 with Qantas. In total, you can take your pick of seven weekly Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Alice Springs Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your SYD to ASP flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Travelling to Alice Springs (and then seeing more of Australia!) is a breeze with Qantas. This popular carrier has direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Alice Springs Airport.
Qantas is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With an impressive 80.7% of services arriving on schedule, Qantas is the most punctual carrier offering SYD to ASP flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Alice Springs Airport. These are the top stopovers between SYD and ASP:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Adelaide Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
R 3,349 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Alice Springs Airport flight. Return flights start at R 6,714. These prices can change based on availability.
Score cheap tickets from SYD to ASP by booking at least eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Alice Springs Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SYD to ASP by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Alice Springs Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 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 catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Alice Springs Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near SYD:
Arriving at Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
Consider checking in to Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters, an IHG Hotel after arriving from your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Alice Springs Airport flight. It's a quick drive from ASP and a handy option if you're eager to relax as soon as possible.
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Alice Springs Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Alice Springs and beyond.
Booking your ride from Alice Springs Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to central Alice Springs
From Alice Springs Airport, Alice Springs is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Alice Springs Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Alice Springs. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Alice Springs is January, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Alice Springs Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to ASP in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Extend your Australia trip with a visit to Gillen, located around 0.97 kilometres south-west of Alice Springs. Roberts Park is just one of the top attractions to add to your itinerary.
Have time for another stop? Make your way to Tennant Creek. It's roughly 451 kilometres north of Alice Springs and home to highlights like Battery Hill Mining Centre.
