Car hire Sydney International Airport

Sidney Airport is located six miles away from the city of Sidney, the largest city on the peninsula of Nova Scotia. There are only two airlines – JazzAir and WestAir – offering scheduled flights here. The destinations Sidney Airport offers flights to are Toronto, Halifax and Saint Pierre, depending on the time of year.

Sidney Airport facilities

There are few facilities in Sidney Airport. Despite being one of the largest airports in Nova Scotia, there is only a vending machine in the terminal to provide food or drink. There is ample parking outside the terminal building although car rental in Sidney Airport is only available through off-site providers to those who pre-book a vehicle.

Sidney Airport excursions

The city of Sidney is the most obvious place for visitors to travel to from the airport. It has an old fortress called the Fortress of Louisbourg and the Glace Bay Miners Museum. In nearby Baddeck, there is the Alexander Graham Bell Museum which is dedicated to the life of the inventor of the telephone.

Best time to visit

The city is best visited during the summertime (May to September) when the average temperature is in the low 20s (°C). This is the perfect temperature to see the historical and cultural attractions on display as well as to enjoy the shoreline where there are a few nice beaches. Winters are bitterly cold, with sub-zero temperatures the norm.

Car rental in Sidney Airport

Car hire in Sidney Airport is only available to those who book before they arrive at the airport. Travelers should compare car hire before booking a vehicle to be dropped off at the airport. Driving around Sidney and Nova Scotia is an enjoyable experience thanks to the small number of cars on the road.