Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
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Ways to ride in the area
Pickup at Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Find your pickup location
For Uber Premium, head to the Limo Pickup area (kerbside); for other ride options, head to the Priority Pickup area.
Check the app for details
Once you’ve requested a ride, you’ll receive directions through the app. You can also look for signs at SYD that point to the designated Priority Pickup, Limo Pickup, and general passenger pickup areas.
Meet your driver
Your driver’s name, license plate, and car color will show in the app. If you can’t find your driver, contact them through the app.
Sydney Airport Map
The designated pickup areas are located outside the terminal on the Arrivals level. The pickup area where you meet your driver will depend on the terminal you're requesting from and the ride option you select.
Top questions from riders
- Can riders be picked up at Sydney Airport using the Uber app?
Yes, riders can request a ride through the Uber app to and from Sydney Airport.
- How much will an Uber trip to or from Sydney Airport cost?
Down Small The cost of an Uber trip to (or from) Sydney Airport depends on factors that include the type of ride you request, the estimated length and duration of the trip, tolls, and current demand for rides.
You can see an estimate of the price before you request by going here and entering your pickup spot and destination. Then when you request a ride, you’ll see your actual price in the app based on real-time factors.
- Is there an airport fee for trips requested through the Uber app?
Down Small Yes, Sydney Airport charges an access fee for Uber pickups, and it’s automatically added to your fare when you request a ride from SYD.
- Where do I meet my driver for a pickup at Sydney Airport?
Down Small Yes, Sydney Airport charges an access fee for Uber pickups, and it’s automatically added to your fare when you request a ride from SYD.
What to do at SYD Airport
Early for your flight? Hungry? See what amenities are available at the airport when you get there.
Visit the official SYD Airport website to check hours of operation and any service changes.
- Food & Restaurants
Down Small - McDonald’s T1 International After Security, near Gate 24 (Quick Eats, located after Security, McDonald’s After Security, near Gate 24)
- Sahara Grill - T1 International, After Security Near Gate 10 (Quick Eats, located after Security, After Security, Near Gate 10)
- Sahara Grill - T1 International, Pre Security Food Court (Quick Eats, located before Security, Food Court)
- Tobys Estate - T1 International Before Security Departures, Food Court (Quick Eats, located before Security, Food Court)
- Tobys Estate T1 International After Security, Near gates 50-63 (Quick Eats, located after Security, Towards gates 50-63)
- Subway (Quick Eats, located before Security, Food Court)
- Sharetea (Eat & drink, located before Security, Food Court)
- Grand Cru (Bars & Cafes, located before Security, Food Court)
- PappaRich (Casual Dining, located after Security,)
- Taste of Thai (Casual Dining, located before Security, Food Court)
- Shopping
Down Small - Global Exchange - T1 After Security, Near Qantas Club (Services & Currency, located before Security, arrivals Exit A)
- Global Exchange - T1 Before Security, Arrivals Exit B (Services & Currency, located after Security, Towards gate 50 - 63)
- Heinemann Tax & Duty Free - T1 After Security Pier B South (Duty-Free, located after Security,)
- Secure Travel - T1 International Pre-Security , near Check-in D (Services & Currency, located before Security, near Check-in H)
- Secure Travel, T1 International Pre-Security, near Check-in H (Services & Currency, located after Security,)
- Surf Dive ‘n’ Ski - T1 International (Fashion & Accessories, located after Security, near Gate 36)
- WHSmith - T1 International After Security, near Gate 30 (Travel Essentials, located after Security, Near Gate 56)
- WHSmith - T1 International After Security, near Gate 51 (Travel Essentials, located after Security, Near Gate 56)
- WHSmith - T1 International After Security, near Gate 54 (Travel Essentials, located before Security, near Arrivals A)
- WHSmith - T1 International Pre-Security, Arrival Exit A (Travel Essentials, located before Security, towards Arrivals B)
- Lounges
Down Small - Emirates Lounge (Lounge, located at Gate 58)
- Qantas Lounge (Lounge, located at Mezzanine)
- Centurion Lounge (Lounge, located at Gate 50)
- Skyteam Lounge (Lounge, located at Gate 24)
- Air New Zealand Lounge (Lounge, located at Gate 59)
- Silver Kris Lounge (Lounge, located at Gate 59)
- Plaza Premium Departures Lounge - Walk ins accepted (Lounge, located at Gate 25)
- Plaza Premium Arrivals Lounge - Walk ins accepted (Lounge, located at Arrivals B)
- Food & Restaurants
Down Small - Roll’d (Casual Dining, located after Security, Food Court)
- Oporto (Casual Dining, located after Security, Food Court)
- Yo! Sushi (Casual Dining, located after Security, The Food Court)
- Taste of Thai (Casual Dining, located after Security,)
- Soul Origin (Quick Eats, located after Security, Food Court)
- Sahara Grill (Quick Eats, located after Security, Food Court)
- Beer DeLuxe (Bars & Cafes, located after Security, near Gate 32)
- Brasserie Bread (Quick Eats, located after Security, Food Court)
- Liv Eat (Quick Eats, located after Security, Food Court)
- Coopers Alehouse (Bars & Cafes, located after Security, near Gate 40)
- Shopping
Down Small - Amcal Pharmacy - T2 Domestic, Near Gates 35 and 36 (Travel Essentials, located after Security, Towards Gate 49)
- Amcal Pharmacy - T2 Domestic, Towards Gate 49 (Travel Essentials, located after Security, near Gate 30)
- JB Hi-Fi - Domestic, Pier A (Specialty Retailer, located after Security, Towards Gate 49)
- JB Hi-Fi - Domestic, Pier B (Specialty Retailer, located after Security, Located within Heinemann Mega Store)
- NewsLink - T2 Domestic, near Gate 32 (Travel Essentials, located after Security, near Gate 40)
- NewsLink - T2 Domestic, near Gate 40 (Travel Essentials, located after Security, near food court)
- Relay - T2 Domestic After Security, near Rex Lounge (Travel Essentials, located after Security, near gate 39)
- Relay - T2 Domestic, Near Gate 49 (Travel Essentials, located after Security,)
- Surf Dive ‘n’ Ski - T2 Domestic (Fashion & Accessories, located after Security, near Food Court)
- Bonds (Fashion & Accessories, located after Security, Located in the Luxury Precinct)
- Food & Restaurants
Down Small - SumoSalad (Quick Eats, located after Security, Food Court)
- NRG Express (Quick Eats, located after Security, Food Court)
- Viaggio Espresso + Bar (Bars & Cafes, located before Security, near Baggage Claim)
- Wok On Air (Quick Eats, located after Security, Food Court)
- Bar Corretto (Casual Dining, located after Security, near Gate 8)
- Bear & The Beard (Bars & Cafes, located before Security, Near Baggage Claim)
- Luke’s Bistro & Bar (Casual Dining, located after Security, Near Gate 3)
- Velocity Espresso & Bar (Bars & Cafes, located before Security, Food Court)
- Hungry Jack’s - T3 Domestic (Quick Eats, located after Security, Food Court)
- Krispy Kreme - t3 Domestic (Quick Eats, located after Security, Food Court)
- Shopping
Down Small - L’Occitane (Fashion & Accessories, located after Security, Rotunda, near gate 49)
- M.J. Bale (Fashion & Accessories, located after Security, near Gate 4)
- NewsLink - T3 Domestic, near Food Court (Travel Essentials, located after Security, Atrium near gate 14)
- NewsLink - T3 Domestic, near Gate 14 (Travel Essentials, located after Security, near Gate 3)
- NewsLink - T3 Domestic, near Gate 3 (Travel Essentials, located after Security, near Gate 5)
- ECCO (Fashion & Accessories, located before Security, near Check-in G)
- CAMILLA (Fashion & Accessories, located after Security, Near Gate 5)
- Nine West (Fashion & Accessories, located after Security,)
- Koko Black (Specialty Retailer, located after Security, near Gate 3)
- Carolina (Fashion & Accessories, located after Security,)
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Sydney Airport visitor information
Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is the busiest airport in Australia.
The airport is about 30 minutes from Sydney’s CBD, located in Mascot and south of the city center.
Sydney Airport terminals
Sydney Airport has 3 terminals. Terminal 1 serves international flights, while Terminals 2 and 3 serve domestic flights.
Sydney International Terminal
Terminal 1 serves all international airlines. In addition, Terminal 1 hosts the following airline lounges:
- Air New Zealand
- Emirates
- Etihad
- Qantas
- Singapore
- SkyTeam
- American Express
Sydney Airport Terminal 2
Terminal 2 serves all domestic airlines, including:
- Airlink
- FlyPelican
- Jetstar
- Qantas flights QF1600 and above
- Regional Express (Rex)
- tigerair
- Virgin Australia
Sydney Airport Terminal 3
Terminal 3 is dedicated to serving domestic Qantas Airways flights QF0400-1599.
Things to do at Sydney Airport
Sydney Airport features a variety of dining options, duty-free facilities, shops, and leisure areas for passengers.
Currency exchange at Sydney Airport
Foreign currency can be exchanged at Global Exchange kiosks located on Levels 1 and 2 of the International Terminal (T1) or at the Travelex store on Level 2 of the Domestic Terminal (T2).
Medical services at Sydney Airport
The Sydney Airport medical center is located on Level 3 of the International Terminal (T1) and offers a range of general medical services for airport visitors. Pharmacies are also located throughout Sydney Airport on Level 2 of the International Terminal (T1) and Level 2 of the Domestic Terminal (T2).
Hotels near Sydney Airport
Whether you have a layover or an overnight flight delay, or you need a place to stay for a visit near Sydney Airport, there are multiple hotels and accommodation options nearby.
Find more information about Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport here.
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