Flying from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Sydney 15 hours ahead of Charleston.
Leave plenty of time to catch your CHS to SYD flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Charleston International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CHS and SYD include:
Los Angeles International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Right now, $581 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Charleston International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,294. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from CHS to SYD, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Charleston International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Charleston International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.5% of flights that take off from CHS land on time.
To reach Charleston International Airport from central Charleston, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a trip time of around 3 hours 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near CHS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Charleston International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Book a hotel close to SYD if you're catching a late Charleston International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Book your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and venture far and wide through Sydney and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks before traveling.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is roughly 18 kilometers from the center of Sydney. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the most popular month for flights from Charleston International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Sydney in April.
When reserving your flight from Charleston International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CHS to SYD in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Sydney, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Journey around 241 kilometers south-west to Canberra to tick off its top sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, your itinerary will be busy.
Newcastle is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometers north-east of Sydney. No trip is complete without seeing Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.