There are a number of factors that influence the frequency of flights.

Firstly, the number and frequency of flights will vary on a daily, weekly and yearly basis due to differences in airline schedules. The airlines schedule flights in response to consumer demand. This is particularly the case around Christmas, Easter, school holidays and Lunar New Year.

Secondly, the runway in use at any given time will also vary, largely due to the wind conditions. Each runway has its own set of flight paths, and each flight path will affect different areas. As the runway in use changes, the flight paths change, and so too do the areas affected by aircraft movements.

This chart shows the total number of flights each hour over the month, compared to the average for last year. Change the selected month to see how it has varied.

*Please note due to technical issues between 19 June and 22 June 2024, flight data may not be accurately displayed. Our supplier is working to resolve the issue. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

The altitudes of aircraft over your area can vary according to:

• the airport the flight is coming from or going to
• whether the aircraft is arriving, departing or in level flight
• the specific requirements of the flight path
• the need for air traffic control to maintain vertical separation between aircraft.

Find out more on our What are the rules about altitudes? page.

*Please note due to technical issues between 19 June and 22 June 2024, flight data may not be accurately displayed. Our supplier is working to resolve the issue. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Use this interactive tool to explore detailed data for your suburb in the month of your choice.

This report is best viewed in full screen mode.

*Please note due to technical issues between 19 June and 22 June 2024, flight data may not be accurately displayed. Our supplier is working to resolve the issue. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Use this interactive tool to explore monthly noise monitoring data.

This report is best viewed in full screen mode.

To learn more about noise monitor terminal locations visit our Sydney Noise and Flight Path Monitoring System page.

Use our interactive tool, below, to explore monthly statistics about Sydney Airport.

We recommend you view this tool in full screen mode.

To access older reports visit our Archived Sydney Airport Operational Statistics Reports page.