Flying from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Alice Springs Airport.
There are six Sydney Airport to Alice Springs Airport flights every week to choose from.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your SYD to ASP flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Getting to Alice Springs (and then exploring more of Australia!) is a snap with Qantas. This popular airline has direct flights from Sydney Airport to Alice Springs Airport.
Qantas has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for SYD to ASP flights is Qantas.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney Airport to Alice Springs Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SYD and ASP include:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Brisbane Airport
Adelaide Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
R 3,057 is the best price for a one-way Sydney Airport to Alice Springs Airport flight. Return flights start from R 6,125. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from SYD to ASP, reserve your trip two months before your departure.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sydney Airport to Alice Springs Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SYD to ASP by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney Airport to Alice Springs Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)
Of all flights leaving Sydney Airport, 66% land on time at their destination.
Central Sydney to Sydney Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 15 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Sydney Airport to Alice Springs Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near SYD:
Arriving at Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
Consider a stay at Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG after touching down from your Sydney Airport to Alice Springs Airport flight. It's not too far from ASP and a handy option if you're eager to freshen up right away.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Alice Springs Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Europcar and explore beyond Alice Springs's main sights.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Alice Springs Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to central Alice Springs
Alice Springs Airport to central Alice Springs has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Sydney Airport to Alice Springs Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Alice Springs in March.
Before locking in your flight from Sydney Airport to Alice Springs Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Alice Springs, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to ASP in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.