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Western Sydney International Airport has opened. What it means for taxi travel
The new airport changes where many Sydney journeys begin and end. What Transport for NSW has said about taxis at the terminal, and how the group's WSI Airport Taxi brand serves it.
By Wav Sydney2 min read
Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport began passenger flights in late October 2026. For a taxi operator based in Sydney's south-west, it changes where journeys start.
What has been announced for taxis at the airport
Transport for NSW's travel information for the airport says taxis use ranks outside the terminal and charge metered fares, with no fixed-fare scheme at this stage. As with Sydney Airport, taxis and rideshare are regulated by the Point to Point Transport Commissioner, and the same passenger protections apply.
Public transport connections are being developed around the airport, and the mix of options will change over the first years of operation. Passengers with mobility needs, large groups and anyone travelling at unusual hours will still need door-to-door transport.
Why this matters for accessible transport
Airport journeys are where accessibility gaps show up most. A passenger who travels in their wheelchair needs a vehicle with a ramp or hoist and a driver trained to secure the chair. If the only accessible taxis in the region are based an hour away, waiting times at a new terminal will be long.
The group's transport brands already run wheelchair accessible taxis and maxi cabs across Sydney, including airport and cruise terminal transfers. The question for the new airport is how to give the west the same coverage from the first day.
WSI Airport Taxi
The group's dedicated brand for the new airport is WSI Airport Taxi. It offers private taxi and maxi cab transfers, shuttles on selected routes, and advance bookings for individuals and groups, through its own website at wsiairporttaxi.com.au. It is a private service and is not operated or endorsed by the airport.
For trips through Sydney Airport, the group's other transport brands, including WAV Cabs and WAV Maxi Cabs, take bookings directly.
For businesses near the airport
Hotels, venues, logistics operators and employers around the aerotropolis will need predictable transport for staff and guests. Hotels can manage guest pickups through TaxiBridge, and employers can set up an account for staff travel. Contact Wav Sydney to discuss either.
This article reflects public information available on its publication date. Check the Transport for NSW page linked below for current ground transport arrangements.