Traveling from Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is two hours behind Napier-Hastings.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your NPE to SYD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Hawkes Bay Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between NPE and SYD include:
Auckland Airport
Wellington International Airport
Christchurch International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
At the moment, $263 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hawkes Bay Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $500. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from NPE to SYD, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Hawkes Bay Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from NPE to SYD by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Hawkes Bay Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Handy information about Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE)
Of all flights departing from Hawkes Bay Airport, 71.6% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Hawkes Bay Airport from central Napier-Hastings, it takes about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The journey on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near NPE. Whether you have an early flight from Hawkes Bay Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
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Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to the center of Sydney has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the busiest month for flights from Hawkes Bay Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Sydney in April.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Hawkes Bay Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NPE to SYD in July. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometers south-west of Sydney, a visit to Canberra will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Australia, consider Newcastle, about 121 kilometers north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are among the biggest draws.
