Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

North Sydney travel guide

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You're Going to Love North Sydney

With a population of 4.63 million, North Sydney is the largest city in New South Wales, Australia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything North Sydney has to offer.

Where to Eat in North Sydney

If you’re looking for affordable options, Miji Bar & Grill (100 Miller St t25) and LB's Restaurant (17 Blue St) are great picks.

When to visit North Sydney

North Sydney in June
Estimated hotel price
C$ 209
1 night at 3-star hotel
North Sydney in June
Estimated hotel price
C$ 209
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to North Sydney

Plane

When flying to North Sydney, you’ll arrive at Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 11 km from the city centre Airlines that fly from Canada to North Sydney include Air Canada, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand. The shortest flight to North Sydney from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 14h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to North Sydney is to pick up a car rental from Sydney, which is about 4 km from North Sydney. You’ll find branches of No Birds and Simba Car Hire, among others, in Sydney.

Plane

When flying to North Sydney, you’ll arrive at Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 11 km from the city centre Airlines that fly from Canada to North Sydney include Air Canada, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand. The shortest flight to North Sydney from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 14h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to North Sydney is to pick up a car rental from Sydney, which is about 4 km from North Sydney. You’ll find branches of No Birds and Simba Car Hire, among others, in Sydney.

Airports near North Sydney

NTLNewcastle Williamtown
SYDSydney Kingsford Smith

Airlines serving North Sydney

Lufthansa
Good (8,127 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,533 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,105 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,441 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,993 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,455 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,251 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,625 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (943 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,959 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,608 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,874 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,323 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,477 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,403 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,565 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,282 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,644 reviews)
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Where to stay in North Sydney

Average rates range from around C$ 179 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 214 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of North Sydney

Most booked hotels in North Sydney

Meriton Suites Sydney Airport
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 166+
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Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Airport
0 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 145+
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View Sydney
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 166+
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Pullman Sydney Airport
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 168+
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ibis Sydney Airport
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
C$ 110+
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Renting a car in North Sydney

Expect to pay C$ 1.61 per litre in North Sydney (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 19.22 and C$ 25.62. The most frequently booked car type in North Sydney is Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai i30 or similar) are, on average, 13% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 1.61 per litre in North Sydney (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 19.22 and C$ 25.62. The most frequently booked car type in North Sydney is Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai i30 or similar) are, on average, 13% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.