Traveling from Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Sydney 21 hours ahead of Papeete.
Leave enough time to make your PPT to SYD flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between PPT and SYD include:
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is $465. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,046. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PPT to SYD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Tahiti Faa'an Airport (PPT)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tahiti Faa'an Airport, 65.07% of flights complete their journey on time.
Tahiti Faa'an Airport is about 4 miles from central Papeete. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to PPT:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive to explore Sydney and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 11 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the center driving.
It'll take around 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Sydney based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Tahiti Faa'an Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you'd like to go to Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 63ºF and 90ºF.
July sees average temperatures of between 41ºF and 66ºF. Look for cheap tickets from PPT to SYD around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be discovered. About 150 miles south-west of Sydney, a trip to Canberra will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 75 miles north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another favorite stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.