Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE): what you need to know
Leave enough time to catch your SYD to NPE flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport. These are the top stopovers between SYD and NPE:
Auckland Airport
Christchurch International Airport
Wellington International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE)
Currently, $510 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,045. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to NPE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SYD to NPE.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of all flights departing from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SYD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE)
Reserve a hotel close to NPE if you're taking a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Hawkes Bay Airport rental car and discover Napier-Hastings and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Ezi and Apex are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Hawkes Bay Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE) to central Napier-Hastings
Hawkes Bay Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Napier-Hastings. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport is January, while March is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Napier-Hastings based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Napier-Hastings is January, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 23ºC. Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hawkes Bay Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to NPE in July. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 13ºC then.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've visited Napier-Hastings, now it's time to explore other parts of New Zealand. Journey around 354 kilometres north-west to Auckland to check off its top sights. From Sky Tower to Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 274 kilometres south-west of Napier-Hastings, Wellington is another favourite stop in New Zealand. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.