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Sydney

Sydney is a spectacular harbour city with the Opera House, the Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach. It is the starting point for wider tours of Australia, from Melbourne and the Gold Coast to Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef, Darwin and Perth. Some longer journeys also continue to New Zealand and Fiji.

Region: Australia

Trip types on sale: Adventure, Adult Only.

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Best time to go

September to November and March to May for pleasant weather; December to February is the Australian summer.

Who it suits

Couples, families, adventurous travellers and those visiting friends and family.

Getting there

Flights from London to Sydney (SYD) take about 22 to 24 hours with one stop, often in Asia or the Middle East.

Practical

  • Time: 9 to 11 hours ahead of the UK, depending on the time of year.
  • Currency: Australian dollar
  • Language: English.

Typical daytime highs

  • Spring (September to November). Typical daytime highs around 22 to 24°C in spring (September to November).
  • Summer (December to February). Typical daytime highs around 25 to 27°C in summer (December to February).
  • Autumn (March to May). Typical daytime highs around 22 to 24°C in autumn (March to May).
  • Winter (June to August). Typical daytime highs around 17 to 19°C in winter (June to August).

These are typical ranges, not a forecast.

Things to do

  • Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge
  • See the Opera House
  • Walk from Bondi to Coogee
  • Snorkel the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns
  • Visit the Blue Mountains
  • Take a ferry to Manly

Questions

How long is the flight to Sydney?

About 22 to 24 hours from London with one stop.

When is summer in Australia?

December to February.

Is it worth stopping over on the way?

Many travellers break the journey in Asia or the Middle East.

UK passport holders should check the latest entry requirements on GOV.UK foreign travel advice before booking.