Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Hiroshima is UTC+9, which is two hours behind Sydney.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SYD to HIJ flight.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hiroshima Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SYD and HIJ:
Haneda Airport
Incheon International Airport
Noi Bai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hiroshima Airport flight is R 10,398. A return fare is currently R 12,333. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to HIJ if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hiroshima Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SYD to HIJ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hiroshima Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of the flights that depart from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% land on schedule at their destination.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hiroshima Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to SYD:
Arriving at Hiroshima Airport (HIJ)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hiroshima Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HIJ instead:
Pick up a Hiroshima Airport rental car and explore Hiroshima and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Hiroshima Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) to central Hiroshima
You'll find HIJ at 64-31 Hongocho Zennyuji, Mihara.
Hiroshima Airport to central Hiroshima has a drive time of around 55 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When to fly to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ)
June is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hiroshima Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Hiroshima in February.
When booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hiroshima Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Hiroshima, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to HIJ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Hiroshima, now it's time to explore other corners of Japan. Journey about 274 kilometres east to Osaka to check off its top attractions. From Osaka Castle to Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 418 kilometres east of Hiroshima, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. Experience major highlights starting with Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.
