Western Sydney Airport Local Community

24/09/2026

8 years ago today, at 11am on the 24th September 2018 the then Prime Minister gave the go ahead to start construction of Western Sydney International Airport. A lot has happened in the past 8 years

10/09/2026

Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI) has today unveiled its launch carpark prices for those travelling from Sunday 25 October onwards, when passenger services will take-off at Sydney's new 24-hour global gateway.
WSI is also offering three hours free parking to come and experience Sydney's newest airport and Australia's first major greenfield domestic and international airport in more than 50 years. The three hours free parking offer will be available to book online from October 12, for visits from October 26 for a limited time.
WSI's launch drive-up prices include:
• Parking from $15 a day in Long-stay
• Saver parking from $29 a day
• Premium parking from $49 a day
The launch drive-up prices are available from 25 October 2026 to the end of April 2027, with further discounts for online bookings and longer stays. Jump online to learn more and book parking at wsiairport.com.au/parking-launch.
WSI CEO Simon Hickey said today's launch was an important milestone as the airport prepares for its first flights to take off, with some terrific deals on offer for passengers.

09/09/2026

Big news for Western Sydney travellers. Fiji Airways is joining WSI, with tickets now on sale for direct flights to Nadi starting March 2027.
✈️ Three flights a week – Monday, Friday, Sunday
✈️ Introductory return fares from Western Sydney to Fiji starting from just $639 AUD
✈️ First flight: 19 March 2027
✈️ Aircraft: Boeing 737 MAX 8 (170 seats)
WSI CEO Simon Hickey says the partnership strengthens our connection with Fiji and supports Western Sydney’s large Fijian community — more than 70% of Sydney’s Fijian population live right here in our region.
With over 400,000 travellers flying between NSW and Fiji last year, these new late night departures (11.55pm) and early morning arrivals (just before 5am) will give both business and leisure travellers more flexibility and faster access to island transfers.
A fantastic addition to WSI’s growing international network.

02/09/2026

Come on board yesterday’s Jetstar trial flight as it touches down at Western Sydney International Airport.
Here is a special moment from inside the cabin during yesterday’s historic landing.

01/09/2026

A major milestone at Western Sydney International today.
WSI welcomed its first Jetstar trial flight an A320 passenger jet alongside hundreds of volunteer trial passengers as the airport ramps up the final phase of its Operational Readiness Program ahead of commercial services beginning on 25 October.
These passenger trials give members of the public the chance to experience the full terminal journey, from check‑in and security screening through to interacting with airport facilities and staff. Their feedback is helping WSI refine systems and enhance the overall customer experience.
WSI Chief Operating Officer Matt Duffy said the final phase of preparations has been underway since August, with hundreds of participants taking part each week.
By October, thousands will have contributed to stress‑testing WSI’s systems, processes and people — an essential step in preparing for the dynamic nature of 24‑hour airport operations at Australia’s first major international greenfield airport in more than 50 years.

31/08/2026

Tomorrow (Tues) marks a milestone at Western Sydney International, with Jetstar’s first passenger trial flight scheduled to touch down at 9:30am. The A320 arrival is part of the airport’s ongoing operational readiness program, another important step as WSI continues its trial sessions ahead of full operations.

19/08/2026

Before the first flight has even taken off, Jetstar Australia is increasing its new Gold Coast ↔ Western Sydney International service from four flights a week to DAILY.

18/08/2026

You could help name key parts of Bradfield. Story: https://bit.ly/BB-name.

13/08/2026

Great to see this type of Devlopment coming to Luddenham.

The sod was officially turned today on a $131 million Incident Response Facility in Luddenham.

10/08/2026

From January 2027, Vietjet will operate two weekly services to Ho Chi Minh City, increasing to three weekly services in March, while the airline’s joint venture – Vietjet Thailand – also plans to operate four weekly services between WSI and Bangkok from November 2027, subject to regulatory approvals.
Tickets for the Ho Chi Minh City flights taking off in January are now available for purchase online with prices starting at AUD $299, each-way
It's an exciting update, and great to welcome the fifth airline to Western Sydney's new International Airport.