Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV): what you need to know
The timezone in Havana is UTC-4, which is 15 hours behind Sydney.
To ensure you get on your SYD to HAV flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jose Marti International Airport flight is ₹ 114,871. A return fare is currently ₹ 266,755. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from SYD to HAV, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jose Marti International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights that depart Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 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 arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near SYD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jose Marti International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HAV if you're on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jose Marti International Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to central Havana
Jose Marti International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Havana. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jose Marti International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Havana. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jose Marti International Airport for July if you want to visit Havana during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to HAV in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Cuba
Havana is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Cuba just waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres east of Havana, a visit to Camaguey will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Merced, Plaza del Carmen and Museo Casa Natal de Carlos J. Finlay.
Santa Clara is another well-known destination in Cuba and is around 257 kilometres east of Havana. No trip is complete without visiting Che Guevara Mausoleum, Monumento a la Toma del Tren Blindado and Parque Leoncio Vidal.
