Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Samos Airport (SMI): what you need to know
The timezone in Samos is UTC+2, which is nine hours behind Sydney.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to SMI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Samos Airport (SMI)
R 11,433 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Samos Airport flight. Return flights start at R 26,683. These prices may change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from SYD to SMI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Samos Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SYD to SMI.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of the flights that depart from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Samos Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Samos Airport (SMI)
If you're landing on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Samos Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near SMI:
Explore without limits with a Samos Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Exer Rent A Car, Alamo or Green Motion and see more of Samos and beyond.
Booking your ride from Samos Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Samos Airport (SMI) to central Samos
Samos Airport to the centre of Samos has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When to fly to Samos Airport (SMI)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Samos Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Samos based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Samos Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Samos, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to SMI in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Samos, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Journey about 290 kilometres west to Athens to tick off its must-visit sights. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Thessaloniki is another sought-after destination in Greece and is around 467 kilometres north-west of Samos. No journey is complete without seeing Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
