Getting There

Getting to Sydney & Getting Around

If you have not yet arranged your flights to Sydney, we recommend doing so soon. Airfares are likely to increase as demand rises, and early booking will provide greater availability and cost certainty.
  • Arriving in Sydney

Sydney Airport (SYD) is the main international and domestic gateway for most visitors coming to Australia for the 2026 AMMA Conference.

  • It’s located about 8–9 km south of the central business district (CBD), making it quick and easy to reach your hotel or conference venue.
  • Flights: Sydney Airport is one of the busiest in the world with direct connections from major cities across Asia, Europe, North America and the Pacific region.

Airport to City Transport Options

  • Train
  • The Airport Link train connects both the Domestic and International terminals to Central and other key stations in around 10–15 minutes — a fast and reliable option.
  • You can pay with an Opal card or a contactless credit/debit card.
  • Taxi & Rideshare
  • Taxis and rideshare services (Uber, Ola, DiDi) are available at the airport and typically take about 20 minutes to reach the CBD, depending on traffic.
  • A trial was introduced recently that caps taxi fares to the CBD, improving pricing transparency for first-time visitors.
  • Private Transfers & Shuttles
  • Shared shuttle buses provide direct transport to many hotels across Sydney for a set fare — often a good choice for groups.

Getting Around Sydney

Sydney offers a variety of transport options that are reliable, efficient, and good for exploring the city before or after conference sessions.
  • Public Transport
Sydney’s integrated network includes trains, buses, light rail and ferries operated across the city:
  • Trains connect the CBD with major suburbs and key attractions.
  • Ferries offer scenic travel across Sydney Harbour — instantly giving you postcard views.
  • Light Rail & Metro provide speedy connections within central areas and to districts such as Barangaroo and Chatswood.
  • Most services accept Opal cards or contactless payment for convenience.
  • Taxis & Rideshare
Taxis are easy to hail in the city, and rideshare services operate widely, offering door-to-door travel when public transport isn’t ideal.
  • Car Hire
  • Walking & Cycling
  • Many key attractions in the city centre are within walking distance of each other, and Sydney also has dedicated cycleways with bike hire options.