Traveling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Parkes Airport (PKE): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Parkes Airport take 1 hour 5 minutes. Parkes and Sydney share the same timezone (UTC+11), which means you won't need to adjust your watch once you land.
Take your pick of 124 weekly flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Parkes Airport. The 06:30 departure with Rex Regional Express is the earliest flight available from SYD to PKE. Rex Regional Express operates the latest service of the day at 19:10 if early mornings aren't your thing.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Rex Regional Express is your ticket to exploring Parkes (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Australia!). Check out the direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Parkes Airport offered by this popular airline.
Once you've booked your cheap ticket from SYD to PKE, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't required as you're traveling within Australia. As long as you have another form of identification, like an ID card or driver's license, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Parkes Airport (PKE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Parkes Airport is $139. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $277. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from SYD to PKE, book your trip 9 months ahead of the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Parkes Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometers from central Sydney. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 27 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Parkes Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Parkes Airport (PKE)
Few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've landed on a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Parkes Airport. Apartment Bali Style With Pool and Fire Pits and Contractor's Heaven and Entertainer are comfortable choices near PKE.
Getting from Parkes Airport (PKE) to central Parkes
Parkes Airport to central Parkes takes about 15 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometers away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
When to fly to Parkes Airport (PKE)
March is the most popular month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Parkes Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Parkes in May.
When booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Parkes Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Parkes, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to PKE in July if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 15ºC on average.
More about Parkes
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the most popular stays in Parkes right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from SYD to PKE:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. The Henry Parkes Centre, Parkes Aviation Museum - HARS and Parkes War Memorial are must-have experiences during your Parkes visit.
Complete your Parkes trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Parkes Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Parkes.
