Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to London City Airport (LCY): what you need to know
London is 11 hours behind Sydney and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SYD to LCY flight.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to London City Airport (LCY)
Right now, R 9,500 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to London City Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 20,995. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SYD to LCY. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights that depart Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to London City Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at London City Airport (LCY)
If you have a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to London City Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near LCY:
Explore without limits with a London City Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and chase adventure across London and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from London City Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from London City Airport (LCY) to central London
London City Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of London. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to London City Airport (LCY)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to London City Airport. February is the most popular month to visit London. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to London City Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to LCY sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another sought-after destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.