Sydney Airport Pickup |SYD| International & Domestic

How to pick up passengers at Sydney Airport?

Kingsford Smith Airport provides several pick-up solutions available for passengers of both International and Domestic terminals. International Airport pick-up points include:

• Rideshare area available with e-TAG only;
• Public zone;
• Accessible Pickup location.

The pick-up spaces designed for travellers of the local terminal are as follows:

• Priority area accessible via e-TAG only;
• Express Pickup at Sydney Airport;
• Accessible Pickup location.

When should I arrive to pick a passenger up from SYD Airport?

As a rule, the passenger needs approximately half an hour after landing to get off the plane, pick up the baggage, and reach the indicated pick-up location. So, add this time to know exactly when you should arrive for pick up. To minimise wait time, ask your passenger to call you when he/she will be ready to be picked up.

Where to pick up at Sydney International Airport?

SYD provides convenient pick-up locations for both travellers and drivers. Some of them are free. Below you can read more about available car park options and Sydney Airport Pickup zone as well as the rates and allowed payment methods.

Rideshare pick-up at Sydney Airport

Rideshare location is available via data entry validation (e-TAG) access only. If you are a traveller arriving at Mascot Airport, search for the green sign "Rideshare" after exiting the Arrival zone. Drivers planning to pick up the SYD passengers should move along the green signs when entering the International Airport. Be aware, drivers cannot pay in any other form except the entity tag in the Rideshare area. When you leave the park, the park surcharges are carried out using a personal entity tag. If you don't have an entity tag, you need to select the P7 multi-level car park or the Public passenger pickup at Sydney Airport where the first 15 min of the park is free. In case of time exceeding, the parking fee applies.

Sydney Airport rideshare rates

The cost of Rideshare picking up directly depends on the time spent in this zone. The accurate information on Mascot Airport Rideshare fees is given below:

• The first 15 min will cost AU$4.68;
• A half an hour of parking costs AU$9.90;
• The price for the 1-hour stay is AU$23.26;
• The 2-hour rate is AU$33.06;
• The stay at the Rideshare zone for 180 minutes will cost you AU$42.65;
• If you need to wait more than 3 hours, you will be asked to pay AU$76.90.

The abovementioned fees are charged automatically when exiting the zone.

Sydney Airport Public Pick-up area

Using the Public Sydney Airport Pickup service is one of the most convenient ways to pick up travellers from Mascot Airport as the drivers waiting for passengers can stay at this space for up to 15 min for free. To minimise wait time, ask your passengers to let you know when they are waiting at the Public Pick-up point before driving up. This location is a 3-4 minute walk from the International terminal. Upon landing and claiming the baggage, travellers should follow the Public Pick-up signs after leaving the Arrival zone. Drivers can easily navigate in the International terminal area by following the "Public Pickup" marks.

Sydney Airport Public Pickup rates

The rates for staying at Public Pick-up spots are lower as compared with Rideshare surcharges. Depending on the waiting time, you will be asked to pay the following fees:

• The first 15 min spent in the Public park are free of charge;
• If you stay for half an hour, you will pay AU$9.70;
• A 1-hour park will cost you AU$19.40.

Accessible airport pickup in Sydney

Accessible pickup areas are situated on the Arrivals floor at Mascot Airport. There are also two set-down places with wheelchair ramps. Please keep in mind that drivers have to remain in their car during the entire waiting time. Below you can find the International precinct park map which will help you quickly navigate upon arriving at SYD.

(Credit: Sydney Airport Official Website)

Sydney Domestic Airport pickup area

Domestic Airport offers different park locations for picking up as well as accessible zones for passengers at each SYD terminal. Check out the detailed info on Sydney Airport Domestic Pickup below:

Priority Pick-up at Sydney Airport

Priority Pickup slots are conveniently situated just 4 minute walk from the Domestic terminal which makes this location one of the best choices for picking up. Be aware, you can use the Priority zone only upon getting e-TAG access. Thus, the parking fee will be charged automatically once you leave the spot. You are allowed to use only the entity tag instead of cash or card in this pickup location.

To reach the Priority spot, you need to move or drive towards the green marks of Sydney Domestic Airport Arrivals Pick-up. Drivers who cannot provide an entity tag onsite, need to change the pickup location. Keep in mind that this zone allows vehicles up to 2.9m (9.5ft) in height only.

Sydney Airport pick-up rates

SYD Priority rates start from AU$4.68 (if you stay only up to 15 min there). The parking cost will be carried out via the provided entity tag upon leaving the spot. Below you can learn more about precise prices:

• A half an hour of wait time will cost AU$9.90;
• For 1 hour park you will need to pay AU$23.26;
• If you stay for 2 hours, you will be charged AU$33.06;
• The price of 3-hour parking is AU$42.65;
• Wait time from 3 to 24 hours costs AU$76.90.

Sydney Domestic Airport Express Pickup

One more option for picking up family, friends, or colleagues is the dedicated Express Pick up at Sydney Airport located a 7-8 min walk from the local terminals.

The main advantage of this zone is its proximity to the SYD terminals as the Express pick-up zone can be quickly reached by foot. Another benefit is free parking for up to 15 minutes. It means that you can simply drive up and stay free for 15 minutes twice per calendar day.

SYD Express Pick-up spots can be found by following the yellow lighting signage "Express Pickup". The marks will direct the drivers into the right-hand lane as they enter the Domestic Airport.

Rates for picking up at Sydney Airport

If the waiting time exceeds 15 min in the Express zone, you will be asked to pay for the parking according to the following tariffs:

• The stay in the Express space for up to 30 minutes will cost you AU$9.70;
• If you wait for up to 60 min, you will be charged AU$19.40.

Accessible airport pick-up in Sydney

Picking up a disabled passenger is allowed upon providing a permit and if the passenger is already at the kerbside. The accessible Sydney Domestic Airport Pick-up zone can be found on the Arrivals floor outside T2 and T3 (2 kerbside spaces at each terminal). Please note that given the standard security regulations, the driver has to remain in the car during the whole time.

(Credit: Sydney Airport Official Website)

Uber pick-up at Sydney Airport

Those travellers who would like to request a convenient Uber pickup at Sydney Airport can do it by following the directions through the Uber App and moving to the Limo Pickup location (kerbside) at the International and Domestic terminal. The Limo Pickup area is designed for Uber Premium passengers only. For other ride options, move to the Priority Pickup spot. Once you've requested a trip with Uber, you'll get info about the picking-up location through the app. You can also search the signs pointing to the designated Priority Pickup at Sydney Airport, Limo Pickup, and general passenger pickup zones situated outside the terminal on the Arrivals floor. Your driver's name, licence plate, and car colour will be indicated in the Uber app. By using it, you can contact your driver as well.