Flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Sydney (SYD)
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Visiting from Fort Lauderdale to Sydney
When to visit
With mild winters and hot summers, Australia’s Harbour City is enticing at any time of the year. If you’re looking for warm weather without the middle-of-summer heat and holiday crowds, the best time to visit is between September and November or February and April. Temperatures range around 16 to 20°C in autumn. January offers a calendar filled of outdoor events and beaches to enjoy, temperatures range around 27°C in summer.
Arrival information
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.
Arriving in Sydney
The warm and friendly Sydney Airport staff will greet you when you land and from there, getting into the CBD and surrounding suburbs is easy.
Getting into Sydney from Sydney Airport
For a quick and affordable option, the Airport Link train will take you to Central Station in about 13 minutes. Alternatively, there are taxis, ride share, transfers, town cars and car hire providers available.
Getting around Sydney
With a reliable and easy-to-use public transport network operating day and night, Sydney is very easy to explore. Purchase a pay-as-you-go Opal from a convenience store or train station and take advantage of the trains, buses, light rail and ferries across the city. Uber and taxis are a handy way to take you to where you want to go or you can rent a car.
When to visit
The best time to visit Fort Lauderdale, Florida is between December and April (winter through to spring). The warm climate makes it an ideal getaway for anyone looking to escape the cold. Temperatures range from 24 to 30°C. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Fort Lauderdale, the hottest months are August, July and then September which is great for snorkelling, paddle-boarding and visiting the beaches.
Arrival information
What is the main airport called?
Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL),Opens external site officially known as Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood International Airport, is the airport serving Fort Lauderdale and the cruise terminals at Port Everglades. It is a major public airport in Broward County, Florida, United States, and is one of three airports serving the Miami area.
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale
The helpful staff at Fort Lauderdale Airport will greet you when you land and assist you with your needs. Once you collect your bags from the arrivals area, there are various transport options available to get you on your way.
Getting into from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Airport
Getting to and from Fort Lauderdale is easy with many different transport options on offer. Ride-Share options are popular with pickup locations at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) positioned between terminals 1, 2, 3 and 4. Hotel and courtesy shuttles are also available. Public transport options include the Board Country Transit - a safe, reliable and efficient mass transit to and from the Airport. Commuter train Tri-Rail provides service to Miami-Dade County, Broward County and Palm Beach County. There are free shuttle buses from the FLL terminals to the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport Station at Dania Beach. Rental cars are available next to terminal 1 or you may wish to take a taxi from one of the many providers.
Getting around in Fort Lauderdale
Once you arrive in Fort Lauderdale, there are a number of transport options to get around. Fort Lauderdale is a great city for getting around by bike. Few of the hotels are actually right on the beach, so a bike ride along the beach road provides water views. Water taxi is a fun option to explore the southern Florida coast. The water taxi goes from 32nd Street in Fort Lauderdale to the Las Olas shopping area downtown and then all the way down to Hollywood. There are bars and restaurants by some of the boat stops. The Fort Lauderdale Sun Trolley bus is a series of routes that covers not just the beach road, but also neighbourhoods, downtown and a connection to the airport bus. Uber, Lyft and taxi services are also available. All great transport options to explore the sunny and warm Florida, Fort Lauderdale.
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Food and drinks on every flight
Enjoy a meal or snack every time you fly with us, as well as a range of refreshments including beer and wine+.
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Important Information
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Disclaimer: ++ Status Credits are earned on eligible Qantas, Jetstar, oneworld® member and oneworld connect® airlines only - see the Airline Earning Tables and Qantas Frequent Flyer program Terms and Conditions for details. Status Credits may not be earned on some fare types and booking classes.
Disclaimer: +Meals, beverages, entertainment and offerings vary between flights and cabins. Alcohol offered during select flight times on select flights.