Traveling from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is 15 hours ahead of Miami.
Your MIA to SYD flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Miami International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MIA and SYD include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Miami International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is $503. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,169. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from MIA to SYD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Miami International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Finding cheap flights from MIA to SYD is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Miami International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
The address for MIA is 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
When it comes to Miami International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.14% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Miami International Airport from central Miami, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MIA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Miami International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Consider staying in a hotel near SYD if you have a late Miami International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sydney and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to the center of Sydney has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.
Traveling on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the busiest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Sydney in April.
Before locking in your flight from Miami 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 MIA to SYD in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometers 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.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Australia, head for Newcastle, roughly 121 kilometers north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are key reasons to visit.