New International Airport in Western Sydney Commences Operations

The A$5.6 billion Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport officially opened to passengers on October 25, 2026, following over a decade of development. Located 60 km west of central Sydney, the new facility will operate 24 hours daily, providing increased air travel capacity and round-the-clock service, a key difference from the existing Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. It is projected to serve up to 10 million passengers annually in its initial phase.