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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

Tentang Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport

Bandara Kingsford Smith Sydney adalah bandara tersibuk di Australia dan gerbang internasional utama ke negara tersebut. Terletak di Mascot, sekitar 8 kilometer di selatan pusat bisnis Sydney, bandara ini dibuka pada 1933 dan dinamai sesuai pelopor penerbangan Australia Sir Charles Kingsford Smith. SYD menangani lebih dari 44 juta penumpang per tahun di tiga terminal. Terminal 1 menangani semua penerbangan internasional, sementara Terminal 2 dan Terminal 3 melayani layanan domestik. Bandara ini adalah hub utama Qantas, maskapai bendera Australia, dan juga melayani Virgin Australia, Jetstar, dan maskapai internasional lainnya. Airport Link menyediakan layanan kereta langsung dari kedua terminal domestik dan internasional ke Central Station di pusat kota dalam waktu sekitar 13 menit. Bandara Sydney mengoperasikan tiga landasan pacu tetapi beroperasi di bawah jam malam yang ketat dari pukul 11 malam hingga 6 pagi, yang membatasi kapasitas dan telah menjadi subjek perdebatan yang berlangsung lama. Western Sydney International Airport, bandara kedua untuk kota tersebut, sedang dalam pembangunan di Badgerys Creek dan dijadwalkan dibuka pada 2026 untuk mengatasi tekanan kapasitas. Posisi Sydney sebagai kota terbesar di Australia dan pintu masuk utama bagi wisatawan internasional mendorong permintaan yang kuat untuk layanan internasional jarak jauh, terutama rute ke Asia Tenggara, Asia Timur, Timur Tengah, dan semakin banyak penerbangan langsung ke Eropa dan Amerika Utara.

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.