Western Sydney Airport opens, breaking Kingsford Smith's 80-year monopoly
Australia's second major airport for Sydney opens this Sunday with domestic and international flights from eight airlines.
Western Sydney International Airport opens to passengers this Sunday. The new airport ends an 80-year monopoly by Kingsford Smith Airport.
The new curfew-free airport is expected to bring cheaper fares and lower parking costs through competition. Qantas and Jetstar will operate domestic flights.
Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways and Vietjet will fly international routes. The terminal has duty-free shops, restaurants and cafes opening over coming weeks.
Public transport includes free shuttle buses every 30 minutes to St Marys until the metro line opens in at least late 2027. Paid services run to Sydney's CBD and Parramatta.
Car parking ranges from fifteen dollars a day for long-stay to twenty-nine dollars for saver, and up to forty-nine dollars for premium covered spots.
- 80 years
- Monopoly duration
- This Sunday
- Opening date
- 8 airlines
- Airlines starting service
- $15-49 per day
- Parking costs
Why it mattersSydney now has airport competition for the first time in 80 years, which may reduce fares and airport fees for all travellers.
AustraliaAustralians flying to and from Sydney gain a second airport option with potential for lower fares, cheaper parking, and reduced congestion at Kingsford Smith.
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