Belfast BFS to Sydney SYD Flights

Since neither Belfast nor Sydney are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and Australia. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is a time difference of 11 h in winter and 9 h in summer between Belfast and Sydney.

The best events to attend in Sydney include:

• Sydney festival, a month-long celebration of arts and culture featuring performances, exhibitions, and events
• Vivid sydney, a festival of light, music, and ideas transforming the city with stunning light installations
• Sydney gay and lesbian mardi gras, a world-famous parade and festival celebrating LGBTQ+ pride with colorful floats and performances
• New year's eve fireworks, iconic fireworks display over sydney harbour welcoming the new year.

The best holidays to experience in Sydney include:

• Australia Day, national holiday celebrating the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788 with various events and activities
• Labour Day, a public holiday in March that marks the achievements of workers with parades and community events
• Queen's Birthday, celebrated in June with winter festivities and opportunities for snow sports
• Christmas, a festive season in December filled with decorations, markets, and summer celebrations.

The best seasons to visit Sydney are Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Sydney is during September-November or March-May.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.