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Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport

IATA SYD ICAO YSSY Large Airport Scheduled Service

Location

Airport Information

City

Sydney (Mascot)

Continent

OC

Coordinates

-33,9461, 151,1770

Elevation

21 ft (6 m)

Runways

Ident Length Width Surface Lighted
16R/34L 12 999 ft (3 962 m) 148 ft ASP Yes
07/25 8 300 ft (2 530 m) 148 ft ASP Yes
16L/34R 7 999 ft (2 438 m) 148 ft ASP Yes

À propos Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport

L'aéroport Kingsford Smith de Sydney est le principal aéroport de Sydney, en Australie, et le plus fréquenté du pays, accueillant plus de 44 millions de passagers par an. Situé à Mascot, à environ 8 kilomètres au sud du centre-ville, c'est l'un des aéroports en exploitation continue les plus anciens au monde, établi en 1933 sur un terrain bordant Botany Bay. SYD exploite trois pistes avec des restrictions de couvre-feu interdisant la plupart des opérations entre 23h00 et 06h00, une politique qui reflète la proximité de l'aéroport avec des zones résidentielles densément peuplées. L'aéroport dispose de trois terminaux : le Terminal 1 pour les vols internationaux, et les Terminaux 2 et 3 pour les services domestiques. SYD est le hub principal de Qantas Airways et un centre important pour Virgin Australia et Jetstar. Le train Airport Link offre un accès ferroviaire au centre de Sydney et au réseau ferroviaire de banlieue, avec des temps de trajet d'environ 15 minutes jusqu'à la gare Central. L'emplacement de l'aéroport sur les rives de Botany Bay limite son expansion, et un deuxième aéroport, le Western Sydney Airport, a été planifié à Badgerys Creek, avec une ouverture prévue en 2026 pour soulager la pression sur la capacité. L'aéroport de Sydney reste la porte d'entrée la plus importante d'Australie pour le commerce et le tourisme internationaux.

Aviation Terms

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Sydney Airport to the city center?
The Airport Link train runs from both the Domestic and International terminals to Central Station in about 13 minutes. A single fare costs AUD 18.70 (Opal card), which includes a station access fee. Trains run every 10 minutes during peak hours. Taxis to the CBD cost approximately AUD 45-55 and take 20-30 minutes depending on traffic.
How many terminals does Sydney Airport have?
SYD has three terminals: T1 (International), T2 (Domestic, serving Virgin Australia, Jetstar, and Rex), and T3 (Domestic, serving Qantas). T2 and T3 are adjacent and connected by a covered walkway. T1 is on the opposite side of the runway and is connected to T2/T3 by the Airport Link train (one stop, 2 minutes) or a shuttle bus.
Which airlines have a hub at Sydney Airport?
Qantas operates its primary domestic and international hub from T3 (domestic) and T1 (international), making SYD the largest Qantas base. Virgin Australia also has a major presence at T2. Qantas is a founding member of the Oneworld alliance. Sydney handles more international passengers than any other Australian airport.
Is there a curfew at Sydney Airport?
Yes, Sydney Airport has a strict noise curfew from 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM, during which no scheduled flights are permitted to take off or land. This curfew has been in place since 1995 due to the airport's proximity to residential areas. Late-night arrivals and early-morning departures are not possible, which can affect long-haul flight schedules.
How far is Sydney Airport from popular tourist areas?
SYD is conveniently located just 8 km south of the Sydney CBD. The famous Bondi Beach is about 12 km east of the airport, reachable in 20-30 minutes by car. Circular Quay (Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge) is about 15 minutes by train from the airport. The proximity to the city center makes Sydney one of the most accessible major airports in the Asia-Pacific region.