Travelling from Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, making Sydney three hours ahead of Hefei.
To ensure you catch your HFE to SYD flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hefei Xinqiao Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between HFE and SYD:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Haikou Meilan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
At the moment, $452 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Hefei Xinqiao Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $778. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from HFE to SYD, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Hefei Xinqiao Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE)
HFE is located at Xinqiao Ave..
77.79% of flights that leave from Hefei Xinqiao Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Hefei Xinqiao Airport from central Hefei, it'll take about 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a handy hotel near HFE? If you've booked an early flight from Hefei Xinqiao Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SYD if you have a late Hefei Xinqiao Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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Booking your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Sydney. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Hefei Xinqiao Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Sydney. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Hefei Xinqiao 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 to 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HFE to SYD in July. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Sydney, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Journey around 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to tick off its popular sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Newcastle is another standout destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No trip is complete without seeing Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.