Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Dali Airport (DLU): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your SYD to DLU flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dali Airport. These are the top stopovers between SYD and DLU:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Dali Airport (DLU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dali Airport flight is ₹ 24,512. A return ticket is currently ₹ 41,997. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SYD to DLU, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dali Airport.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dali Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of all flights leaving Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% arrive on time at their destination.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dali Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Dali Airport (DLU)
Book a hotel close to DLU if you have a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dali Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Dali Airport (DLU) to central Dali City
You'll find DLU at Airport Rd..
Dali Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Dali City. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Dali Airport (DLU)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dali Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Dali City. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Dali Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Dali City, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 26ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to DLU in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC and 15ºC then.
Explore more of China
You've seen Dali City, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Travel around 274 kilometres east to Kunming to check off its leading attractions. From 华侨城乌龙古渔村 to 三圣宫 and Guandu Ancient Town, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 137 kilometres north of Dali City, Lijiang is another favourite stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Viewing Platform of Lion Mountain in Lijiang Ancient Town, Black Dragon Pool Park and Lashi Lake.