Sydney International Airport
 Sydney Airport – Australia’s busiest and most important commercial
airport
– was opened in 1920 and is one of the oldest continuously operating
airports in the world.
Although the busiest airport in Australia, Sydney Airport covers just 880 hectares on the northern shoreline of Botany Bay, and thus occupies the smallest land area
of any of the capital city airport.
Sydney Terminal 1 (International)
T1 International Terminal is for international passengers and
QF Flights 001 - 399.
To view a map to assist in getting around the International Terminal at Sydney Airport in please click here.
Sydney Terminal 2 (Domestic)
T2 Domestic Terminal is for Virgin Blue, Regional Express, Aeropelican, Horizon, Air Link and QF Flights QF1600 and above.
To view a map to assist in getting around the Domestic Terminal at Sydney Airport please click here.
Transport Options
Driving yourself to or from the airport
Most routes to the airport have signs carrying the recognisable aeroplane symbol. The symbol will point which way to turn at each intersection. Follow these symbols as they
show the most direct route to the airport.
The symbols will bring you to both the Domestic and International terminals. As you get closer - they will be highlighted as Domestic or International only.
Remember to keep a street directory on hand if you're driving for the first time
All major Sydney radio stations conduct traffic reports at least every 15 minutes during peak hour (mornings 6am to 9am and afternoons 4pm to 7pm). They will advise you
of traffic problems and tell you the streets to avoid.
Driving around the Airport
If you are using your own vehicle to drop off passengers, special short-stay areas have been created at both the International and Domestic terminals. See (Ansett and Qantas)
departures Level for this purpose. Two minute parking is provided, with easy access into our public carparks for longer stays.
Parking Services
Sydney Airport offers a range of car parking options that are perfectly suited to your needs. There are Short Term, Long Term and Quickpark areas to cater for travellers and
visitors alike.
Accessible car parking
Accessible car parking spaces are located in all parking areas. Dedicated disabled parking spaces are conveniently located at the front of the terminal. These are clearly
marked and restricted for passengers with cars displaying a 'disability card.'
Dropping off Passengers
If you are dropping off a passenger, drive up to Departures Road, just before the main entrance of the terminal there are a few disabled parking spaces available for a limited
time next to the kerb.
International Terminal Car Park
Phone: +61 2 9667 6010
The best option for visitors meeting or farewelling passengers.
The International Terminal Car Park is located on Arrivals level of the International Terminal. The recently upgraded car park has been increased in size by 40%. Payment
is via the cashier when exiting the car park or via new automated pay stations located conveniently at the pedestrian entry to the car park. The high speed pay stations can
process both cash and credit card payments.
For even greater convenience, you can pay at the automated credit card exits. Simply drive to one of the specially marked Prepaid & Credit Card exit lanes and follow the
instructions for payment.
With 600 new parking spaces, the International Terminal offers over 1900 car parking spaces. New signage and zone identification will help you find your car with ease. 42
Quickparks (short term stopping areas) are positioned close to the terminal, for quick and easy parking. Picking up or dropping off? There's also a centrally located quick
pick up and drop off area.
Domestic Multi Storey Car Park
Phone: +61 2 9667 6010
The best option for business travellers or visitors meeting or farewelling passengers.
You'll find the newly upgraded car park is now accessible from both Departures and Arrivals levels. New lifts and Departures level footbridges provide direct and easy access
to the terminals. Payment is via new automated pay stations located conveniently throughout the car park. The high speed pay stations can process both cash and credit card
payments.
Shuttle Buses
Many shuttle bus companies provide transport between the airport and most Sydney suburbs and regional areas. These buses need to be pre-booked. Check the Yellow Pages under "Bus
and Coach Services" for the service to and from your area.
Airport Hotels also provide regular shuttle services for their guests. Confirm the services available with the hotels when making your reservation, or call into the Tourism
NSW information desk in T1 International Terminal on Arrivals - Level 1.
Car Rentals
 For more information
on booking your Sydney airport car hire please click here. We offer fully inclusive prices with no hidden extras and a guaranteed
minimum £10 online discount.
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Things you need to check before you come. Do your
homework on these basic facts and you'll be well on your way!
