Sydney International Airport is located almost fifteen kilometers from the city and at the moment is not only the largest in the country, but is also on the list of the world's largest air terminals.
It is also one of the oldest airports in the world, which, incidentally, does not in any way affect the quality of the services provided. After all, the building and terminals, the runways were reconstructed, and therefore meet all the requirements.
The airport of Sydney is named after one of the fathers of Australian aviation, the famous pilot Kingsford Smith. He was the first in the world to fly across the Pacific Ocean. This epoch-making event in the history of all aviation was accomplished in 1928.
general information
Today, Sydney Airport, Australia has 5 lanes, while it occupies a smaller area than the other air harbors of the state.
It operates three largest terminals, annually serving more than 30 million passengers. In just a year, more than three hundred thousand aircraft take off or land here, that is, more than 800 take-offs / landings daily! And this despite the fact that the airport does not accept and does not produce airplanes from 23:00 to 6:00.
The runways accept aircraft of all types and classes, including the Airbus A380 - the largest of the existing aircraft.
Work of terminals
Sydney Airport has three operating terminals, each of which has its own characteristics.
The first is for international flights. It was opened in 1970. Its halls are equipped with 12 points of luggage. It uses 25 telescopic ladders, providing "delivery" of passengers to the salon and from the cabin of the aircraft. By the way, it is in this terminal that the huge air liners Airbus A380 are accepted.
The second and third terminal are served by aircraft flying within Australia . In most cases, the local company Qantas operates on these flights.
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Airport services
The airport of Sydney, Australia provides a variety of services. In particular, ATMs are installed in the terminal halls, post offices are functioning, baggage storage rooms are provided for luggage, and many shops are open. Do not leave the passengers hungry - open a lot of catering points, among which there are even restaurants.
Separately, there is a hall with an increased level of comfort. There is also a room for mother and child.
How to leave the airport in the city?
There are several options. Regularly there is public transport - it is painted in green tones. Sydney bus takes about an hour. The fare is around A $ 7.
It is noteworthy that each terminal has a railway station. The fare to the center of Sydney is 17 Australian dollars.
The fastest way to get to the city is by taxi. The car drives to Sydney in about 20 minutes. But this is the most expensive option - about 50 Australian dollars.
Also there are rental car points.
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