Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Illawara Airport (WOL): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to WOL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Illawara Airport (WOL)
At the moment, R 4,904 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Illawara Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 10,405. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from SYD to WOL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Illawara Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SYD to WOL.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of all flights leaving Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Illawara Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Illawara Airport (WOL)
Consider staying in a hotel near WOL if you're catching a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Illawara Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go beyond Wollongong and explore places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can pick up an Illawara Airport rental car from Hertz.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Illawara Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices usually increase as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Illawara Airport (WOL) to central Wollongong
Illawara Airport to the centre of Wollongong has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Illawara Airport (WOL)
December is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Illawara Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Wollongong in May.
The warmest month in Wollongong is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Illawara Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to WOL in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Wollongong. Around 72 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
Around 193 kilometres south-west of Wollongong, Canberra is another favourite stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
