Travelling from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Brisbane Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is one hour ahead of Brisbane.
Flights from BNE to SYD start from 05:00 — the earliest with Qantas. The last service of the day is at 20:45 with Qantas. Overall, you can choose from 1,786 weekly Brisbane Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your BNE to SYD flight.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, so jetting off to Sydney (and then seeing more parts of Australia!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Jetstar.
The most punctual carrier that offers BNE to SYD flights is Qantas. Its services arrive as planned 67.01% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Brisbane Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between BNE and SYD include:
Hervey Bay Airport
Canberra Airport
Port Macquarie Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
R 893 is the lowest price for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 1,640. These prices may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from BNE to SYD, book your journey six months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Of all flights departing from Brisbane Airport, 66.16% land on schedule at their destination.
Brisbane Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Brisbane. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near BNE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you're getting in on a late Brisbane Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near SYD:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and explore beyond Sydney's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Brisbane Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Sydney based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Brisbane Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BNE to SYD in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Sydney, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Travel around 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to tick off its top sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Newcastle is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No journey is complete without a visit to Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.