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Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport
Open
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
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.
Last checked: November 2026 How we choose
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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
- Sydney Opera House35 kmCar or taxi 114 min
Location
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