Travelling from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Brisbane Airport.
Brisbane's timezone is UTC+10, making Brisbane one hour behind Sydney.
You can choose from 270 weekly Sydney Airport to Brisbane Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Jetstar is the earliest flight you can take. Qantas operates the last service of the day at 21:35.
Your SYD to BNE flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
With direct flights from Sydney Airport to Brisbane Airport available through various airlines, flying to Brisbane (and then other parts of Australia) is a breeze. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
Qantas is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates SYD to BNE flights is Qantas. Its services land as planned 66.62% of the time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sydney Airport to Brisbane Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SYD and BNE include:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Canberra Airport
Wagga Wagga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney Airport to Brisbane Airport flight is $62. A round-trip ticket is currently $131. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from SYD to BNE, reserve your trip ten months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sydney Airport to Brisbane Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SYD to BNE by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sydney Airport to Brisbane Airport.
Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Sydney Airport from central Sydney, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 15 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney Airport to Brisbane Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sydney Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BNE instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Brisbane Airport rental car. Book your wheels from simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals or Alpha Car Rental and chase adventure across Brisbane and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Brisbane Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
Brisbane Airport to the centre of Brisbane has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney Airport to Brisbane Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Brisbane based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Brisbane is January, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Sydney Airport to Brisbane Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to BNE in July. Average temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Brisbane, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Journey about 72 kilometres south-east to Gold Coast to tick off its leading sights. From SkyPoint Observation Deck to Pelican Beach and Burleigh Head National Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.