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Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport

Airport·Badgerys Creek·Open

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Sydney’s second airport, open to passengers since 25 October 2026 and curfew-free.

Our take

  • Open
  • Metro line under construction
Address
Badgerys Creek, Sydney
Status
Open

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About Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport

Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport opened to passengers on 25 October 2026, after freight from July; unlike Sydney Airport it has no night curfew. Its metro line is under construction (Australian Government; Sydney Metro).

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport before you go.

What’s nearby

Distances from Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 12 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.

Key sights

  1. Sydney Opera House35 kmCar or taxi 114 min

Location

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