How much does a taxi from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Sydney cost?

Official metered taxis from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Sydney cost AUD 55-70 ($37-47) to CBD. Journey time is 20-35 min.

Is Uber cheaper than a taxi at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Yes — Uber typically costs AUD 45-65 ($30-43) vs AUD 55-70 ($37-47) to CBD for a taxi.

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Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport Taxi vs Uber

Real prices, official pickup locations, scam warnings and the cheapest way from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to Sydney city centre.

Official Taxi

AUD 55-70 ($37-47) to CBD

20-35 min

Silver Service / Legion Cabs / Premier Cabs (all metered)

Uber

AUD 45-65 ($30-43)

T1: level 1 dedicated ride-share zone; T2/T3: ride-share pickup outside terminal

Cheapest way

Airport Link train AUD 21.30 ($14) — 13 min to Central Station.

Where to catch an official taxi

T1 (International) + T2/T3 (Domestic) — follow "Taxi" signs to authorized ranks

How to avoid taxi scams at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport

AUD 4.40 airport toll is added — this is legitimate, not a scam.
Taxi drivers must use meter. Refuse any "flat rate" quote from the driver.
Never accept rides from people approaching you in the arrivals hall — all official taxis wait at the rank.

Skip the queue — pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No haggling, no scam risk, driver meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. Locks price before you fly.

Getting out of Sydney (SYD)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

Our pick

Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Currency

AUD

English-friendly

High

Tipping

10% is standard for good service.