Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU): what you need to know
Guwahati's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Guwahati five hours 30 minutes behind Sydney.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your SYD to GAU flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SYD and GAU:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)
$457 is the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $877. These prices may change based on demand.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from SYD to GAU. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of the departures from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% touch down on time at their destination.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)
If you're getting in on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near GAU:
Getting from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to central Guwahati
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to the centre of Guwahati has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport. February is the busiest month to visit Guwahati. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Guwahati is April, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to GAU sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Siliguri is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Guwahati. Around 338 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include NFR Vintage Steam Engine NJP, Sweet Home Garden and Sai Villa.
Another well-known destination in India, Bhātpāra is located about 499 kilometres south-west of Guwahati. Set aside time for highlights including Rupdas Ghat & Park.