Travelling from Nadi International Airport (NAN) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Nadi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Sydney one hour behind Nadi.
Take your pick of 75 weekly Nadi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flights. The 09:00 departure with Fiji Airways is the earliest you can take. Fiji Airways operates the latest service of the day at 19:00.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your NAN to SYD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Nadi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. When you're ready to start your Sydney adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of Australia:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Fiji Airways on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates NAN to SYD flights is Fiji Airways. Its services arrive as planned 72.22% of the time.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Nadi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. These are the top stopovers between NAN and SYD:
Brisbane Airport
Tontouta Airport
Canberra Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nadi International Airport (NAN) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Nadi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is R 3,482. A return fare right now is R 6,090. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book nine months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from NAN to SYD.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Nadi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Nadi International Airport (NAN)
Of all flights leaving Nadi International Airport, 71.23% land on time at their destination.
Nadi International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Nadi. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel near NAN? If you've booked an early flight from Nadi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you're landing on a late Nadi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near SYD:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and explore beyond Sydney's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Nadi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Sydney based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Nadi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from NAN to SYD sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Australia you should also see. About 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a trip to Canberra will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Newcastle is another standout destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No trip is complete without seeing Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.