If you’re picking up passengers from Sydney Airport, the Priority Pick-Up Zone is the most convenient option for domestic arrivals. Located a 4-minute walk from the Domestic Arrival Hall, here's all you need to know about the green-coloured Priority Pick-Up Zone:
🚨IMPORTANT: The Priority Pick-up Zones should not be confused with the yellow Express Pick-up Zones, as different rates and payment methods apply. 🚨
The Priority Pick-up Zone at Sydney Airport is a dedicated area for collecting passengers from the Domestic & International Terminals.
💡TIP: To avoid paying parking fees at Sydney Airport, plan to arrive 30 minutes after your passenger's flight has landed. This will allow time for them to off-board the plane, collect luggage, and clear immigration if they are arriving internationally.
🚗For Drivers: If you’re collecting passengers from T2 or T3, you can meet them at the Sydney Domestic Airport Pickup. This is located between the two terminal buildings, next to the P1 and P2 car parks. Drivers should follow the green Sydney Domestic Airport Arrivals Pick-up signage once they arrive in the Domestic precinct. No cash or cards are accepted upon entry, drivers are only permitted access to the pickup zone with a valid e-Tag. If drivers do not have an e-tag, they will be directed to an alternative parking pick-up location. Vehicle height restrictions of 2.9 metres apply at the pickup zone.
🚶♀️For Passengers: Passengers should follow the green Priority Pick-up signage at Arrivals. The walk from priority pickup at Sydney Domestic to the waiting area takes approximately four minutes. Once there, passengers will find a range of refreshments available for purchase.
🚗For Drivers: Drivers meeting passengers who are due to arrive at T1 should follow the green Priority Pick-up signage once they arrive in the International precinct. The Sydney International Airport Priority Pick-up Zone is next to P7 Parking Sydney Airport and the Express Pick-up Zone.
🚶♀️For Passengers: Passengers should similarly follow the green Priority Pick-up signage inside the Arrivals Hall. The walk should take no more than two or three minutes, and there’s a waiting area at the Zone, with a range of food and drinks available for purchase.
The cost to park at either Priority Zone, whether the International or Domestic Airport pick-up Sydney is quite affordable. Rates start at $5.34 at the Domestic & International Express Pick-Up for 0 - 15 minutes. Rates then rise to $11.26 for 15 - 30 minutes, $26.49 for 30 - 60 minutes, $37.66 for 1 - 2 hours, $48.57 for 2 - 3 hours, and $87.58 for 3+ hours.
The rates charged at both the Sydney Domestic Express Pick Up and Sydney International Express Pick Up are the same. Travellers parking longer than 24 hours and looking to save money are recommended to park at the terminal car park or off-site Sydney Airport car park.
| Duration | Domestic Express Pick-Up | International Express Pick-Up |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 15 min | $5.34 | $5.34 |
| 15 - 30 min | $11.26 | $11.26 |
| 30 - 60 min | $26.49 | $26.49 |
| 1 - 2 hrs | $37.66 | $37.66 |
| 2 - 3 hrs | $48.57 | $48.57 |
| 3 + hrs | $87.58 | $87.58 |
All parking rates are charged automatically, through your e-TAG as you exit the zone. No cash or credit card payments are accepted. If you don’t have an e-TAG yet, you won’t be able to park at the Priority Pick-up Zone, and should instead consider using the Express Pick-up Zone.
The following e-TAGs can be used in the Priority Zone:
If you have booked a ride-share service such as Uber, GoCar, Lyft, or Ola, from either terminal, you can meet your driver at the Priority Pick-up Zone.
Simply send the request once you’ve exited the terminal, and make your way to the Priority Zone by following the green signage from the Arrivals hall. These services typically include the cost of all airport tolls in the final bill, unless you’re picked up outside airport grounds.
The priority pick-up at Sydney Airport is rated a 3.6/5 on Google Reviews.
Prices and information are subject to change without notice. We've made every effort to accurately report the parking rates at Kingsford Smith; however, prices can fluctuate over time. The rates mentioned in this article were accurate as of December 2024. For the most current prices and information, please refer to the official Sydney Airport website.
