Sydney to Brisbane Flights

The Airport in Sydney

Kingsford-Smith Airport, also called Sydney Airport, is one of the oldest airports on the planet. It is located at 1 Link Road, Sydney International Terminal, NSW 2020, just six miles from the centre of Sydney. It is the primary hub for Qantas Airlines but also has gates occupied by Air New Zealand, Air Pacific, Jetstar, Regional Express, and Virgin Australia airlines, among many others. Use ebookers to find deals on flights to and from Kingsford-Smith airport.

Sydney Airport Parking

There are several airport parking options available, including valet parking at both the domestic and international terminals. Each terminal also has a multi-level parking garage for short-term parking at a cost of 22 AUD per day. If you are staying longer, there are options starting at 68 AUD for a long weekend, 95 AUD for up to fifteen days, and 199 AUD for up to a month. You can save a significant amount of money by booking your parking space in advance online through the official Sydney Airport website. If you don't have a parking reservation, try calling (02) 9352 7001 to find out if there are parking spaces available.

Ground Transportation from Sydney

In Sydney, the train is a popular way to get to the airport, with departures from the Museum station, St. James station, Circular Quay station, Central station, and more. The city bus will also get you there if you take Route 400, but it doesn't have many stops, so you may be better off taking the train from most areas. Taxis are also available, but a taxi ride can take up to half an hour from downtown and will cost you the fare plus any toll road fees, whereas the train covers the same distance in about ten minutes and costs less.

Restaurants in Sydney Airport

You'll find the usual fast food options at Sydney Airport, but there are some upscale options as well is you have extra time. The Danks Street Depot features a changing menu of local, seasonal, and sustainable food, while the Montreax Jazz Café offers music with your meal. Bambini is the perfect place to unwind before your flight with a glass of wine, while Prunier has cocktails and a selection of cavier. Use ebookers to book flights out of Sydney, and spend the money you save on a nice meal before you depart.

Arriving at Brisbane Airport

Brisbane is a friendly, laidback city with many attractions and activities that draw visitors from all around the world. When you plan your travel to Brisbane in advance with ebookers, you'll fly into Brisbane Airport, located roughly eight miles from the centre of the city. The airport is Australia's third busiest, and ACCC has named it "Australia's Best Airport for Quality of Service" for eight years in a row.

Transport from Brisbane Airport

You'll find counters for six rental car companies in the domestic terminal on level one and in the international terminal on level two. The Airtrain takes passengers to Brisbane every fifteen minutes at a cost of AU$5. Coachtrans Australia buses also run regular routes to Brisbane and the central business district of the city. Taxi ranks are located outside both the domestic and international terminals, and fares run around AU$40 for a trip to the city.

Weather in Brisbane, Australia

Brisbane has a humid sub-tropical climate. Summers are hot and humid, while winters are warm and moderately dry. The city's summer rainy season lasts from November to March, with frequent thunderstorms during this time. Winters are the best time to visit, since the weather is normally mild and temperatures rarely drop below freezing. Average winter lows are around 10°C, while highs reach up to 24°C. Keep the weather in mind when you're planning your holiday in Brisbane with ebookers.

Things to Do in Brisbane

Brisbane is a modern city with many exciting attractions and events. South Bank is the city's cultural centre, and it features a wide array of restaurants, cafes, and an inner-city beaches. You'll also find the Performing Arts Centre, Queensland Museum, the State Library, the Gallery of Modern Art, and Queensland Art Gallery in this district. Fortitude Valley offers vibrant nightlife, with lots of live entertainment at world-class nightclubs, such as Barsoma, the Alhambra Lounge, Cloudland, and more. If you arrive during September, be sure to check out the Brisbane Festival, which features free entertainment and a nightly fireworks display.