Located in the heart of New England High Country, Armidale is Australia’s highest city and is best known for its picturesque natural beauty, heritage architecture, cathedrals and surrounding national parks. Wander its streets and find 19th century churches mixed with modern cafes and restaurants. Take the Wollomombi walking track to Australia’s second-highest waterfall in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park, part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area.
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Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Armidale (ARM)
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Visiting from Sydney to Armidale
Flight information
Sydney to Armidale
The approximate flight time for flights from Sydney to Armidale is approximately 1 hours and 15 minutes.
When to visit
Let us help you plan your trip to Armidale with an outline of the best time to visit whether it’s for a few days or a longer stay. Autumn and spring are the best times to visit Armidale. In autumn you have the lovely colours of the trees as they change colour, and in spring the beautiful colours of the spring blooms. The winters are very cold from May through to August, though mostly clear with an average low of -2°C and high of 13°C and a chance of snow.
Arrival information
What is the main airport called?
Armidale airport (ARM).Opens external site in a new window It is the gateway to the New England high country and is located 8km (5 miles) from the town centre, on the New England Highway.
Arriving at Armidale Airport
When your QantasLink arrives on Armidale, you’ll be welcomed by the friendly staff at Armidale Airportto get your visit to the regional town off to the right start. Armidale airport is only 6km from Armidale’s city centre. Once you collect your bags from the baggage collection area, there are a number of different transport options available to get you on your way.
Getting into Armidale town
Use the taxi service available at the terminal to make the short trip northeast along the New England Highway. Alternatively, rent a car from the hire services available at the airport and explore the region at your own pace.
Getting around Armidale
Private buses operate throughout Armidale and taxi and hire car services are also available. There is a free Armidale Heritage tour that takes visitors to major historic and architectural landmarks, and Armidale has an extensive cycleway. Walking is a great way to see the city centre. Armidale Radio Taxis service the city and Edwards Coaches offer services around Armidale and the wider New England region.
Departure information
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What is the main airport called?
Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD).Opens external site in a new window Is an international airport in Sydney, Australia located 8 km south of the Sydney central business district, in the suburb of Mascot.
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* Flight prices are per adult in Australian Dollars, based on payment at qantas.com by BPAY made 7 days or more before departure, POLi or Qantas issued UATP. For other payment options a percentage based fee applies, capped at a maximum per passenger of $22 for Domestic or $120 for International travel. Prices are not guaranteed until payment is made. Fares may not be available on all flights or days. Some flights are operated by partner or subsidiary airlines. Prices may fluctuate if taxes or foreign exchange rates change. Passengers booking Premium Economy may be seated in Economy on connecting flights. Check the fare rules for more details before booking. Inclusions vary between flights. All schedules subject to change, including last minute aircraft changes. QantasLink flights operated by Sunstate Airlines (Qld) Pty Ltd ABN 82 009 734 703, Eastern Australia Airlines Pty Ltd ABN 77 001 599 024, and National Jet Systems Pty Ltd ABN 11 008 279 203. Licence No per state: QLD - 407, NSW - 2TA000237, VIC - 30362, SA - TTA155, WA - 9TA52.
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