Request a pickup from Sydney Airport
(Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport)
Tell us your trip details, then let us know when you need a ride. With Uber Reserve, you can request a ride up to 90 days ahead of time. If your arrival time changes, we can let your driver know.
Get picked up at SYD Airport
Whether you’re new to Sydney or a local, Uber helps make it easy to get from SYD to your final destination. Need a shuttle or transfer to your next leg? Uber has you covered. Avoid the taxi line and request a ride with a few simple steps.
Your ride options from SYD
The ride options on this page are a sample of Uber’s products, and some might not be available where you use the Uber app. If you check your city’s web page or look in the app, you’ll see what rides you can request.
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.
Get directions to pickup
Already requested your ride? Open the app for accurate step-by-step directions to meet your driver outside.
What to do at SYD Airport when you land
Jet-lagged? Hungry? See what amenities are available at the airport after you touch down.
Visit the official SYD Airport website to check hours of operation and any service changes.
- Food & Restaurants
- 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
- 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)
- Food & Restaurants
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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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Top questions about SYD Airport pickup
- Where do I meet my driver for pickup?
Pickup locations may depend on the type of ride you request and the size of the airport. Follow the instructions in the app about where to meet your driver. You can also look for signs that point to designated airport rideshare zones.
If you can’t find your driver, contact them through the app.
- If my flight is late, will my Uber Reserve driver wait for me?
Your driver will be informed of any schedule changes to your flight. For UberX, Uber Comfort, and UberXL rides, meet your driver up to 45 minutes after your flight's arrival before late fees apply. For Uber Black, Uber Black SUV, Uber Premier, and Uber Premier SUV rides, meet your driver within 60 minutes. Learn more about Uber Reserve.
- How much will my Uber trip from SYD cost?
The cost of an Uber trip from SYD 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.
- How many pieces of luggage will fit in the vehicle I request through Uber?
The luggage capacity varies by Uber ride type. For example, an UberX ride can usually hold 2 suitcases while an UberXL ride can usually hold 3 suitcases.*
- How do I cancel my Uber reservation from SYD?
You can cancel at no charge up to 60 minutes before your reservation pickup time. If you cancel after that, you’ll be charged a cancellation fee if a driver has already been confirmed. In order to cancel, go to your rides in the Activity section of the Uber app.
*Luggage space is not guaranteed and depends on the number of passengers in your ride and the type of vehicle. Once you’re matched with a driver, we recommend contacting them through the app to confirm.
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