zogrand Posted May 2, 2019 #1 Share Posted May 2, 2019 We're on a cruise ending in Sydney, due to arrive 6 am on a week day. Will we be fine with a 2:30 pm flight? I have no idea how far the port is from the airport. We'll have to book a hotel and fly out the next day if this timing won't work. Thanks in advance for your help! Carol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adventures ahead Posted May 2, 2019 #2 Share Posted May 2, 2019 18 minutes ago, zogrand said: We're on a cruise ending in Sydney, due to arrive 6 am on a week day. Will we be fine with a 2:30 pm flight? I have no idea how far the port is from the airport. We'll have to book a hotel and fly out the next day if this timing won't work. Thanks in advance for your help! Carol We booked EZair with Princess and they put us on a 12:15pm flight. Not sure if we'll use their shuttle or go to the airport on our own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reina del Mar Posted May 2, 2019 #3 Share Posted May 2, 2019 Not sure if this is helpful..as it is information about taxi prices FROM Sydney airport TO the Holiday Inn, on the Rocks. (Just opposite Overseas Passenger Terminal.) Having researched taxi prices, we expected to pay approximately 50-60 Australian Dollars. In actual fact we were charged 120 Aus Dollars as we travelled during the morning rush hour. The journey took almost an hour and was in a taxi using a meter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted May 2, 2019 #4 Share Posted May 2, 2019 Which dock? There are two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zogrand Posted May 2, 2019 Author #5 Share Posted May 2, 2019 24 minutes ago, GUT2407 said: Which dock? There are two. Good question. I don't know. Are they so far apart that timing would be so different? We're not traveling until December. Usually sail Princess but this trip is on the Norwegian Jewel so not even sure where to find the info. Still working on that!😀 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted May 2, 2019 #6 Share Posted May 2, 2019 11 minutes ago, zogrand said: Good question. I don't know. Are they so far apart that timing would be so different? We're not traveling until December. Usually sail Princess but this trip is on the Norwegian Jewel so not even sure where to find the info. Still working on that!😀 Norwegian Jewel will be at the Overseas Passenger Terminal at the Rocks, about 45 min to the airport by car, shuttle or train. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buchhalm Posted May 3, 2019 #7 Share Posted May 3, 2019 This is PLENTY of time. From the overseas passenger terminal you can easily walk to Circular Quay train station in less than 10 minutes. Just follow the waterfront towards the ferries. Bear in mind that from around 7 am to 09.30 the trains will be very, very full (or taxis will be stuck in rush-hour). Personally, I would do a slow check-out, grab a coffee or breakfast at "City Extra" restaurant at Circular Quay station and take the train to the airport (International Airport station) around 09.30/10.00. This gets you to the airport in around 30 minutes. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zogrand Posted May 4, 2019 Author #8 Share Posted May 4, 2019 21 hours ago, buchhalm said: This is PLENTY of time. From the overseas passenger terminal you can easily walk to Circular Quay train station in less than 10 minutes. Just follow the waterfront towards the ferries. Bear in mind that from around 7 am to 09.30 the trains will be very, very full (or taxis will be stuck in rush-hour). Personally, I would do a slow check-out, grab a coffee or breakfast at "City Extra" restaurant at Circular Quay station and take the train to the airport (International Airport station) around 09.30/10.00. This gets you to the airport in around 30 minutes. Perfect! Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
possum52 Posted May 4, 2019 #9 Share Posted May 4, 2019 I agree with buchhalm, we usually take the train from Circular Quay to the airport. A 2.30pm flight gives you plenty of time to get to the airport. It means you don't have to rush, you can relax and enjoy your last day in Sydney. Enjoy your cruise down under. Leigh 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banditoo Posted May 4, 2019 #10 Share Posted May 4, 2019 On 5/2/2019 at 8:08 PM, buchhalm said: This is PLENTY of time. From the overseas passenger terminal you can easily walk to Circular Quay train station in less than 10 minutes. Just follow the waterfront towards the ferries. Bear in mind that from around 7 am to 09.30 the trains will be very, very full (or taxis will be stuck in rush-hour). Personally, I would do a slow check-out, grab a coffee or breakfast at "City Extra" restaurant at Circular Quay station and take the train to the airport (International Airport station) around 09.30/10.00. This gets you to the airport in around 30 minutes. Jumping on this thread to inquire whether those who have done this morning train to the airport would know if making a 11:15 or 12:30 international flight would be possible from OST. I am thinking the 11:15 flight may be a no go but would like input from those who might have experience. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buchhalm Posted May 4, 2019 #11 Share Posted May 4, 2019 15 minutes ago, banditoo said: Jumping on this thread to inquire whether those who have done this morning train to the airport would know if making a 11:15 or 12:30 international flight would be possible from OST. I am thinking the 11:15 flight may be a no go but would like input from those who might have experience. Thanks! For an international flight you should be at the airport no less than 2.5 hrs before departure. That would mean 8.45 or so in your case . If you can get off the ship by 7/7.30 you should be able to make it. A bit risky during the week, because of commuters on the trains or on the road. Less worrisome on Saturday or Sunday Note that there are NO luggage racks on Sydney trains. You need to keep everyhing with you! Also, check in on line the day before, if you can! Actually, the check in process is usually pretty easy. The hold ups happen at security checks. Passport control is quite fast again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banditoo Posted May 4, 2019 #12 Share Posted May 4, 2019 1 minute ago, buchhalm said: For an international flight you should be at the airport no less than 2.5 hrs before departure. That would mean 8.45 or so in your case . If you can get off the ship by 7/7.30 you should be able to make it. A bit risky during the week, because of commuters on the trains or on the road. Less worrisome on Saturday or Sunday Note that there are NO luggage racks on Sydney trains. You need to keep everyhing with you! Also, check in on line the day before, if you can! Actually, the check in process is usually pretty easy. The hold ups happen at security checks. Passport control is quite fast again. Thanks buchhalm! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted May 4, 2019 #13 Share Posted May 4, 2019 6 hours ago, banditoo said: Jumping on this thread to inquire whether those who have done this morning train to the airport would know if making a 11:15 or 12:30 international flight would be possible from OST. I am thinking the 11:15 flight may be a no go but would like input from those who might have experience. Thanks! Personally I think you would be cutting it too fine with no wriggle room for contingencies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adventures ahead Posted May 4, 2019 #14 Share Posted May 4, 2019 7 hours ago, banditoo said: Jumping on this thread to inquire whether those who have done this morning train to the airport would know if making a 11:15 or 12:30 international flight would be possible from OST. I am thinking the 11:15 flight may be a no go but would like input from those who might have experience. Thanks! 1 hour ago, GUT2407 said: Personally I think you would be cutting it too fine with no wriggle room for contingencies. Our EZair flight is at 12:15. That's why I'm thinking we should take the Princess shuttle to the airport. Sounds like you'd agree? It will be a Wed, Feb 12, with both the commuters and immigration to contend with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Big_M Posted May 5, 2019 #15 Share Posted May 5, 2019 12:15 is definitely doable. Don't know who EZair is though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adventures ahead Posted May 5, 2019 #16 Share Posted May 5, 2019 10 hours ago, The_Big_M said: 12:15 is definitely doable. Don't know who EZair is though... EZair is the air program that Princess has if you book your flights through them. They booked us with Air Canada. You pay extra for the ship's transfer to the airport but, if something happens and their bus doesn't get you to the airport in time and you miss your flight, Princess will sort you out with another flight at no additional expense to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Big_M Posted May 6, 2019 #17 Share Posted May 6, 2019 Ah, thanks. Was thinking airlines and completely forgot about Princess' own program! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buchhalm Posted May 7, 2019 #18 Share Posted May 7, 2019 On 5/6/2019 at 5:35 AM, Adventures ahead said: EZair is the air program that Princess has if you book your flights through them. They booked us with Air Canada. You pay extra for the ship's transfer to the airport but, if something happens and their bus doesn't get you to the airport in time and you miss your flight, Princess will sort you out with another flight at no additional expense to you. Money well spent, I say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted May 7, 2019 #19 Share Posted May 7, 2019 7 hours ago, buchhalm said: Money well spent, I say. Agree especially if you’re cutting it a bit fine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waltd Posted May 10, 2019 #20 Share Posted May 10, 2019 Would anyone have information on weather or not there is a car service an what their experience was with them? We would be traveling from the airport to a hotel hopefully near the cruise port. One of us had some mobility issues so taking a train is not an option. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted May 10, 2019 #21 Share Posted May 10, 2019 There are car services, but best to book before you leave home. and check which port you are sailing from if you want an hotel close Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waltd Posted May 10, 2019 #22 Share Posted May 10, 2019 Guess it's a bit early for the cruise line to give us a definite answer on the port as this is what is listed now. Port AddressesPrimary Pier - OPT Circular Quay West The Rocks, Sydney Cove Sydney, NSW, 2000 Secondary Pier - WBCT Via James Craig Road Rozelle, NSW 2039 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted May 10, 2019 #23 Share Posted May 10, 2019 5 minutes ago, waltd said: Guess it's a bit early for the cruise line to give us a definite answer on the port as this is what is listed now. Port AddressesPrimary Pier - OPT Circular Quay West The Rocks, Sydney Cove Sydney, NSW, 2000 Secondary Pier - WBCT Via James Craig Road Rozelle, NSW 2039 Which ship and we may be able to tell you, larger ships can’t get to White Bay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoozer of the seas Posted May 10, 2019 #24 Share Posted May 10, 2019 Here's the port schedule: https://www.globenettravel.com.au/cruises/sydney_port_cruise_schedule.asp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waltd Posted May 10, 2019 #25 Share Posted May 10, 2019 2 minutes ago, GUT2407 said: Which ship and we may be able to tell you, larger ships can’t get to White Bay April 4, 2020, Ruby Princess to Los Angeles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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