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Travel Information
Language
English
Currency
AUD
Country code
61
Traffic direction
Left-hand
Speed limit out of town
80 - 100 km/h
50 - 62 mi/h
Speed limit within town
50 km/h
31 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Airport Car Rental
Home to perhaps the most famous opera house in the world and countless other attractions, Sydney is Australia’s most visited city for a reason. But while there’s plenty to see and do in this rich, diverse metropolis, Sydney is also surrounded by plenty of fascinating attractions that you can easily explore if you rent a car. These are three of the most interesting day-trip destinations from Sydney:
- Blue Mountains National Park. One of the most famous and most-visited nature areas in Australia, Blue Mountains National Park is a great place to get familiar with the wildlife of the southeastern part of the country. Made up of an extensive network of walking trails, the area is home to powerful streams and rapid brooks, impressive waterfalls, dramatic cliffs, and a variety of flora and fauna. The closest entrance to the national park is just some 63 km (40 miles) west of Sydney and can be reached in about one hour. About ten other national parks are also located within a two-hour drive from the city.
- Wollongong. Much smaller and more easygoing than Sydney, the third-largest city of New South Wales has its fair share of attractions. These include a large number of beautiful beaches and opportunities for water sports like surfing, but also the Science Space and Planetarium, Wollongong Botanical Gardens, and even the city’s own rainforest (located inside the nearby Budderoo National Park). Located about 90 km (56 miles) south of Sydney, Wollongong takes 1 hour and 20 minutes to reach.
- Gosford. Located just an hour’s drive north of Sydney, Gosford is one of the most scenic coastal towns in New South Wales. The area is home to many beaches, including Forrester’s Beach which many locals consider to be among the most beautiful in the country. Other attractions include the Australian Rainforest Sanctuary, the Australian Reptile Park, and Brisbane Water National Park. Gosford can also serve as a gateway to the Central Coast region famous for its coastline and lagoons.
Top international routes
- Auckland
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Los Angeles
- Kuala Lumpur
- Noumea, Tontouta Airport
Main airlines
Qantas, Air New Zealand, Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia, Regional Express Airlines, and Emirates
Terminals
The three active passenger terminals are T1 or International Terminal, T2, and T3. You can walk from one to the other, take a free shuttle T-Bus that runs daily from 6:00 a.m. to 8:50 p.m., or, if you are flying with Qantas, use the Qantas Seamless Transfer Service.
Location
Sydney airport is about 8 km (5 mi) from the city center. Airport Drive, Qantas Drive, Joyce Drive, General Holmes Drive, and M1 are the main roads connecting the airport to the city.
Most popular types of rental car
- Large cars - from $70 per day
- Medium cars - from $58 per day
- People Carriers/Vans - from $97 per day
- Premium cars - from $112 per day
- Small cars - from $49 per day
- SUVs - from $87 per day
Car rental desks
Most are located in the arrivals area of T1 and next to the 4th and 5th baggage carousels in T2.
Services and facilities
You’ll find many bars, cafeterias, and restaurants, some specializing in local Australian cuisine. There are about 150 shops, with duty-free outlets located in the International Terminal. You’ll also find many lounges, two on-site hotels, ATMs, baby care rooms, children’s play areas, an airport medical center, three pharmacies, two lost and found offices, showers, an observation deck, and two prayer rooms. There are two luggage storage services—one is on the arrivals level of T1 and is open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.; the other is on the arrivals level of T2 near carousel 6 and is open daily from 5:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The airport facilities are equipped for travelers with reduced mobility. You can find more information on the airport's official website.
Nearest gas station
Budget Petrol, located at 1004 Botany Road, can be reached in about six minutes and is open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. There are many other gas stations nearby.
Popular one-way rentals
- Melbourne (865 km / 537 mi)
- Brisbane (928 km / 576 mi)
- Cairns (2,426 km / 1,507 mi)
- Canberra (273 km / 169 mi)
- Adelaide (1,362 km / 846 mi)
- Gold Coast (856 km / 532 mi)
Airport info
Sydney Airport (SYD)
- IATA: SYD
- ICAO: YSSY
- Name: Sydney Airport (SYD)
- Size: Large Airport
- Aircraft movements (per year): 327,190
- Distance from City: 5 miles / 8 km S of town
- Working hours: 24 hours a day
- Phone: +61 2 9667 9111
- Email: info@sydneyairport.com.au
Top 18 Locations near Sydney Airport
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Car Rental in Sydney Blacktown from $28.81 per day19.2 km / 11.9 miles away
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Car Rental in Sydney Parramatta from $28.81 per day30.4 km / 18.9 miles away
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Car Rental in Sydney Campbelltown from $28.81 per day35.8 km / 22.3 miles away
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Car Rental in Sydney Revesby from $28.81 per day36.8 km / 22.9 miles away
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Car Rental in Sydney Ryde from $28.81 per day37.8 km / 23.5 miles away
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Car Rental in Sydney Hornsby from $41.17 per day37.9 km / 23.6 miles away
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Car Rental in Sydney Carlton from $28.81 per day46.5 km / 28.9 miles away
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Car Rental in Sydney Artarmon from $50.86 per day46.6 km / 28.9 miles away
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Car Rental in Sydney Alexandria from $92.99 per day49.3 km / 30.7 miles away
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Car Rental in Sydney Caringbah from $28.81 per day50.5 km / 31.4 miles away
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Car Rental in Sydney East from $46.43 per day53.7 km / 33.4 miles away
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Car Rental in Sydney Brookvale from $63.59 per day54.2 km / 33.7 miles away
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Car Rental at Bathurst Airport from $37.71 per day103.7 km / 64.5 miles away
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Car Rental in Newcastle Charlestown from $28.81 per day126.3 km / 78.5 miles away
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Car Rental at Newcastle Airport from $70.48 per day150.3 km / 93.4 miles away
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Car Rental at Canberra Airport from $37.91 per day220.7 km / 137.1 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices cheapest at Sydney Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Sydney Airport depends on the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best deal.
Average Rental Price at Sydney Airport
The cheapest time of the year to rent a vehicle at Sydney Airport is October when prices for an Economy class start from $16.85. You can see that this is 53% cheaper than the yearly average and 75% cheaper than renting a car in April (when rental prices start at $67.35 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price. But remember that these are average numbers. The exact cost of your rental will depend on your rental length and on how far in advance you book the car. Enter your travel dates at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers!
What’s the most popular rental length at Sydney Airport?
Travel length differs from one month to another: in November the average rental period is 13 days, while in October, the average rental period is only 3 days.
Average Rental Length
Which is the busiest car rental month at Sydney Airport?
Travelers are most likely to rent a car at Sydney Airport in January, while the fewest number of travelers rent in October.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NoBirds | Toyota Corolla | 5 | 1 | Medium cars |
| NoBirds | Mitsubishi ASX | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
| NoBirds | Mitsubishi Outlander | 4 | 4 | SUVs |
| Thrifty | Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross | 5 | 2 | Station wagons |
| NoBirds | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| EastCoast Car Rentals | Toyota Corolla Sedan | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| EastCoast Car Rentals | Hyundai Accent | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Ace Rental Cars | Nissan Qashqai | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Thrifty | Mitsubishi Outlander | 5 | 2 | Station wagons |
| Thrifty | Mitsubishi ASX | 5 | 2 | Station wagons |
Our Customers Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
AC
Australia
Mitsubishi ASX
July 8, 2021
SW
Australia
Nissan Qashqai
June 3, 2021
I stayed in Palm Beach, loved the area. Easy to take a ferry around the waterways. The Patonga Pub is a good spot to visit for lunch via a ferry ride from Palm Beach. The adjoining suburbs to Palm Beach are worth a drive around to the beaches.
IW
Australia
Mitsubishi ASX
May 7, 2021
We travelled to the Central Coast. Beautiful places to stop along the way.
Sydney is a nightmare so we didn't drive around there.
AA
Australia
Toyota Corolla
May 2, 2021
I had to go through overseas companies to get better deal
HN
Australia
Toyota Corolla
May 1, 2021
Their customer service and organised process in rental transaction were quick and easy.
TP
Australia
Toyota Corolla
April 17, 2021
Extremely efficient starting from transfer to & from the airport & easygoing staff at reception. Would highly recommend their service
DP
Australia
Mitsubishi ASX
March 19, 2021
This was by far the most easy and pleasant car hire experience we've had. So efficient, the whole service was amazing.
RM
Australia
Kia Cerato
March 13, 2021
Sri was the most polite and accommodating person I’ve come across in a long time. Would not hesitate to recommend this business!!
RS
Australia
Toyota Corolla
October 12, 2020
The city can be confusing to drive around.
MP
Australia
Kia Rio
September 18, 2019
Great location....next to airport.....relatively quick service....lovely staff
KS
Australia
Suzuki Swift
July 26, 2019
Sydney is a nice city
AM
Hong Kong
Kia Carnival
July 7, 2019
nice place
BN
United Arab Emirates
Kia Carnival
June 5, 2019
Sydney and Melbourne...
HM
Canada
Hyundai Accent
May 16, 2019
I lived here many years ago so quite familiar
CT
Australia
Toyota Corolla Sedan
May 16, 2019
Good experience so far!
Top 13 Suppliers at Sydney Airport in 2021
National
+61283032282
1626 Airport Dr, Mascot NSW 2020, Australia
$66 - $130
Enterprise
+61283032282
1626 Airport Dr, Mascot NSW 2020
$63 - $109
+610292079400
Terminal Buildings Sydney Airport, Sydney NSW 2020
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-20:00
Sat:08:00-18:00
Sun:08:00-18:00
+610292079400
Terminal Buildings Sydney Airport, Sydney NSW 2020
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
Wed:08:00-18:00
Thu:08:00-18:00
Fri:08:00-18:00
Sat:08:00-18:00
Sun:08:00-18:00
Avis
0283742847
All Terminals
Working hours
Mon:06:00-22:30
Tue:06:00-22:30
Wed:06:00-22:30
Thu:06:00-22:30
Fri:06:00-22:30
Sat:06:00-22:30
Sun:06:00-22:30
283032282
Term Building Apt Drive Mascot
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
Wed:08:00-18:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-20:00
Sat:08:00-13:00
Sun:08:00-13:00
Budget
0292079165
Mascot Airport Kingsford Smith Airport
Working hours
Mon:07:30-21:30
Tue:07:30-21:30
Wed:07:30-21:30
Thu:07:30-21:30
Fri:07:30-21:30
Sat:07:30-21:30
Sun:07:30-21:30
+611800474258 / +61755558908
Level 3, Park on King, 336 King Street, Mascot, 2020
$60 - $60
Working hours
Mon:07:00-19:00
Tue:07:00-19:00
Wed:07:00-19:00
Thu:07:00-19:00
Fri:07:00-19:00
Sat:08:00-15:00
Sun:08:00-15:00
+611800822059
NSW 2020 338 King Street, Mascot, Sydney
+61755558908
336 King St,Park on King Lvl 3 Level 3, Park on King, Mascot NSW 2020
+61283032282
1626 Airport Dr, Mascot NSW 2020, Australia
$48 - $69
GreenMotion
+61134733
Corner of O'Riordan Street &, Bourke Rd, Mascot NSW 2020
$63 - $84
Working hours
Mon:07:00-22:00
Tue:07:00-22:00
Wed:07:00-22:00
Thu:07:00-22:00
Fri:07:00-22:00
Sat:07:00-22:00
Sun:07:00-22:00
Ace Rent a car
61283381055 / 0296935381
4/221-223 O'Riordan St