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Sydney's new international airport opens to passengers

Sydney's new international airport opens to passengers after decades of planning.

By · Published October 26, 2026  19:42 UTC · Updated October 26, 2026  20:24 UTC

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Five airlines, including Air New Zealand, operated inaugural flights to Western Sydney Airport on October 25. ABC News & Headlines reported that some passengers were confused by the airport's location, with one traveler expecting to arrive in Perth.

Western Sydney Airport is now open to passengers, with Reuters confirming that the airport is ready to handle international flights. The airport's opening marks the culmination of a long-planned project, with Financial Times noting that the airport's development has been a major undertaking for the city of Sydney.

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What airlines operated the inaugural flights?

Five airlines, including Air New Zealand

When did construction on the airport begin?

2015

Why were some passengers confused by the airport's location?

Some passengers expected to arrive in Perth

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