Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN): what you need to know
Gan Island's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Gan Island six hours behind Sydney.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SYD to GAN flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport flight is $1,254. A return ticket right now is $1,577. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to GAN if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of the departures from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% land on time at their destination.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GAN instead:
Getting from Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN) to central Gan Island
Gan/Seenu Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Gan Island. The drive time takes about 5 minutes.
When to fly to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Gan Island based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Gan Island is April, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 25ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SYD to GAN around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Maldives
You've done Gan Island, now it's time to discover more of Maldives. Journey about 13 kilometres north-west to Hithadhoo to tick off its must-visit sights. From Eidigali Kilhi to Masjid Ah Thaqwa and City Square, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Any journey through Maldives isn't complete without visiting Mahibadhoo. Guest beach and Omadhoo are just two of the highlights in this well-known destination, which is about 499 kilometres north of Gan Island.