Flying from Seoul to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Seoul to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the two main airports in Seoul.
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours 33 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Seoul to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Sydney is 2 hours ahead of Seoul. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney, which operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) is the most popular route. There are 36 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with T'way Air at 22:10. Go for the first ICN to SYD departure operated by Korean Air at 18:45 if you want to get going earlier.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seoul to SYD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) operates nonstop flights from Seoul to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD).
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Seoul to SYD departing from GMP. Book your favourite aisle or window seat with one of these carriers and you'll get there before you realise it:
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Seoul to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, here's where you can stop between Gimpo International Airport and SYD:
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
GMP is about 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Plan ahead to work out the best way to reach your terminal.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport the day before your flight from Seoul to SYD:
About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you have a late flight from Seoul to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SYD:
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to central Sydney takes about 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It'll take around 27 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
For a one-way ticket from Seoul to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, R 2,863 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from R 6,048. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from Seoul to SYD, book your trip 9 months before your departure.
To get the lowest price on your tickets from Seoul to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, plan your trip for June (it has the cheapest flights). Travel dates flexible? Use the 'Whole month' search function to find the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Sydney. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Seoul to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Sydney. January is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Seoul to SYD sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Seoul to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Sydney
Start your Sydney trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seoul to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are just two of the major attractions to put on your Sydney must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Bondi Beach.
Complete your Sydney trip with a car rental
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