Sydney Airport Map – Quick Guide
Sydney Airport (SYD) has three terminals: T1 International, T2 Domestic and T3 Domestic. T1 is used for international flights, T2 serves many domestic airlines such as Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and T3 is mainly used by Rex, Qantas and QantasLink domestic flights.
Use the Sydney Airport map above to find your terminal, check-in area, baggage claim, train station, parking, car rental desks and terminal transfer points.
The fastest way to reach Sydney city centre is the Airport Link train, which takes about 13 minutes to Central Station. Taxis usually take around 15-20 minutes, depending on traffic.
Interactive Sydney Airport Map
The interactive map below lets you zoom in on Sydney Airport and move around the site the way you would on Google Maps. Use it to spot the three terminals, the road layout, the domestic and international car parks, and the station on the airport train line. Pinch to zoom on your phone, or scroll to zoom on a desktop, then tap any point for directions.
Sydney Airport Terminals
There are three terminals at Sydney Airport: Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3. All terminals have food and beverage outlets and shops. All three terminals offer free Wi-Fi, charging stations, children’s play areas, and disabled access facilities. All terminals have VIP Lounges.
Terminal 1
Terminal 1 is used for international flights. There are duty-free shops, restaurants, cafes, and fast-food restaurants on the arrivals and departures floors. T1’s flight gates are divided into different “piers.” There are 13 gates in Pier B of the terminal: 8-10, 24-25, and 30-37. There are 12 gates in Pier C of the terminal: 50-51, 53-61, and 63. Pier C is used by Virgin Australia and Star Alliance members. There are 200 check-in counters in the terminal. There is a Centurion Lounge in the Gate 50-63 area, a SkyTeam Lounge near Gate 24, and a Plaza Premium Lounge near Gates 25-26.
Terminal 2
Terminal 2 is used for domestic flights. T2 is located in the northeast section of the airport. Terminal 2 is used by domestic operators such as Jetstar, and Virgin Australia. There is a connection from Terminal 2 to Terminal 3. You can walk to the terminal from the domestic car park.
Terminal 3
Terminal 3 serves domestic flights. T3 serves Rex, Qantas and QantasLink flights. Terminal 3 is within walking distance of Terminal 2. Terminal 3 has the Qantas Club Lounge and Qantas Business Lounge.
Getting Between Terminals at Sydney Airport
Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 sit next to each other on the domestic side, and you can walk between them indoors in a few minutes. Terminal 1, the international terminal, is on the other side of the airfield, around 4 km away by road, so you will need transport to cross over.
The quickest link is the Airport Link train. The ride between the International and Domestic stations takes about 2 minutes, and trains run frequently through the day. A standard station access fee applies, the same one you pay on any Airport Link trip.
Sydney Airport also runs a transfer bus for connecting passengers. Eligibility and cost depend on your airline and ticket, so check the airport transfers page or ask at your airline desk before you count on it. A taxi or rideshare between T1 and the domestic terminals takes roughly 10 minutes, longer in peak traffic.
If you have a connecting flight, give yourself extra time. Moving between international and domestic often means collecting bags, clearing customs, and checking in again.
Sydney Airport Car Rental
Car rental companies are located in all terminals at Sydney Airport.
Car rental offices at Sydney Airport are located on the ground floor of the terminals, right next to the baggage claim area. Terminal 1 has offices for Avis, Budget, Hertz, Thrifty, Europcar, SIXT, and other international rental companies. Car rental company offices are located on the Arrivals Level, between Gates A and B. After renting your car, you can pick it up from the ground floor of the P7 car park.
Car rental companies are located on the Arrivals Level of Terminal 2 and Terminal 3. After renting your car from the domestic terminals, you can pick it up from the P2 car park. There are offices of international and local car rental companies in the terminals.
You can rent your car at a more affordable price by making an online reservation. This will also shorten your time spent at the terminal. It is particularly difficult to find a car during holiday periods. When renting a car, you must have your valid driver’s license, credit card, and passport with you. Some car rental companies in the city center offer a free shuttle service to the airport.
Sydney Airport VIP Lounge
There are VIP Lounges in all three terminals at Sydney Airport.
Terminal 1 has the Air New Zealand Lounge, Emirates Lounge, Qantas Lounge, SilverKris Lounge, and Centurion Lounge. The Air New Zealand Lounge is open from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The Emirates Lounge is open from 4:00 a.m. to 9:15 p.m. The Qantas Lounge is open from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The SilverKris Lounge is open from 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The Centurion Lounge is open from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
All lounges offer snacks, unlimited drinks, Wi-Fi, work desks, and comfortable seating. If you have an international flight, you have more VIP lounge options. You can wait for your flight in a relaxed and comfortable environment. Some lounge areas also offer hot meal service.
Hotels in Sydney International Airport
There are several hotels inside and very close to Sydney Airport. Aerotel is the only hotel located inside the international terminal at Sydney Airport. Aerotel is just a few steps away from the domestic terminal transfer points, the train station, and all other transportation options.
ibis budget Sydney Airport is a few minutes’ walk from the T2 and T3 Domestic terminals. It is only a five-minute drive from the T1 International terminal.
Mantra Sydney Airport is located very close to the airport. This hotel is only a five-minute drive from the T1 International terminal. It is within walking distance of the T2 and T3 terminals.
Sydney International Airport location
Mascot NSW 2020, Australia.
Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport IATA: SYD.
Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport ICAO: YSSY.
Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport GPS coordinates: -33.9399, 151.1753
Sydney Airport Terminal 1 map. Click to enlarge
Sydney Airport Terminal 2 map. Click to enlarge