A simple trip to the cinemas can chip away at your wallet more than many of us would like—and that’s before we even begin to consider add-ons like popcorn or choc tops.
All that said, there’s still nothing like the cosy embrace of a proper big-screen experience, so we’ve collated together the most competitive ticket prices from theatres around Sydney, New South Wales.
While many cinema branches offer tempting discounts to cinema-goers who sign up as members, we haven’t included member prices in this list, nor concession (student/senior/child/family) or special event ticket prices. Only the most reasonable standard ticket rates, and what day to visit for the best discounts (Tuesday. It’s always gonna be on Tuesday).
Dendy Newtown
Being a Dendy member earns you an astoundingly cheap $1 ticket on the week of your birthday—but non-members can win big, too, by seeing their broad selection of films on a Tuesday.
$11-16 — Discounted prices for Tuesday session times
Dumaresq Street Cinema
Found in Campbelltown, this old-school picture house out west offers stunningly priced tickets—all day, every day, for every single session. That’s gotta be the most spectacular ticket price on this list.
$7.50 — Standard ticket price
Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace
Voted one of Australia’s grandest cinemas, this beautiful space is best visited on a Tuesday (shocker!). You might even get to enjoy its original Wurlitzer organ for an impressively low price.
$15 — Tuesday ticket price (not applicable to special events, 3D films, or public holidays)
Hornsby Odeon
Sometimes one screen is all you need, and with prices never topping $17 for regular (2D) session times, the Odeon keeps things simple and not too expensive.
$9 — Tuesday ticket price
$18 — Tuesday price for ticket combo, including popcorn, drink, choc top
Hoyts Ticketek Tuesdays
A brand new collab between Hoyts cinemas across Australia and ticketing partner Ticketek lets you nab Tuesday movie tix for a neat discount. Simply log into your Ticketek account and find the Hoyts cinema session you’re after there, with even Xtremescreen and LUX sessions being slightly cheaper.
$13.00 — Tuesday ticket price when booked through Ticketek
$33.00 — Tuesday LUX ticket price when booked through Ticketek
Ritz Cinema
This art-deco style, independent theatre in Randwick offers nifty deals for members—but Tuesday’s the day to be there if you can’t be bothered to sign up.
$12 — Tuesday ticket price
Skyline Drive-In
Sydney’s last remaining drive-in cinema displays the latest hits on two screens. With its flat rate for cars holding anywhere from one to six passengers, a “more the merrier” approach will save you cash here.
$35 — standard ticket price for a carload of 1-6 people
