New York John F Kennedy International (JFK) is located in the NYC borough of Queens and is accessible from all of New York City. The airport is near the Belt Parkway and Van Wyck Expressway and connects to the New York City subway and bus system via AirTrain. From JFK to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), flight duration is 22 to 24 hours, depending on stops. Sydney Airport is situated on the Cooks River near M1, M5 and A36, accessible to all areas of the city. The airport offers bus, rail, taxi and other public transit services to take arriving passengers to their hotel or destination.

Attractions

Sydney is famous for the Sydney Opera House, which is a must-see whether you stop for photos or actually attend a show. Port Jackson and the Sydney Harbour Bridge are also great sights to see, and boat tours are available. Bondi Beach is where the fun and sun can be found in Sydney.

For something adventurous, Sydney offers the Taronga Zoo, Sea Life Sydney Aquarium and the Manly Sea Life Sanctuary. Sydney is also home to the Sydney Jewish Museum, a little-known piece of history. Visitors can go downtown to see World Tower and the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, where many events are held annually.

Hints and tips

Most visitors stay downtown near Sydney Harbour or at the beachfront accommodations on Bondi Beach.