Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Brisbane Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
The timezone in Brisbane is UTC+10, which is one hour behind Sydney.
Each week, there are 451 Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Brisbane Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to BNE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak time like April? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
There's a good range of direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Brisbane Airport to pick from. When organising your Brisbane trip, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this unmissable part of Australia:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Jetstar on this route.
With 71.53% of services arriving as scheduled, Virgin Australia Regional is the most punctual carrier offering SYD to BNE flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Brisbane Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SYD and BNE:
Port Macquarie Airport
Canberra Airport
Wagga Wagga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Brisbane Airport flight is 41 €. A return ticket right now is 83 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from SYD to BNE, reserve your journey four months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Brisbane Airport is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SYD to BNE.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Brisbane Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights that leave from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Brisbane Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
If you're coming in on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Brisbane Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near BNE:
Travel at your own speed with a Brisbane Airport rental car. Book your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Alpha Car Hire and find adventure across Brisbane and beyond.
Booking your ride from Brisbane Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
From Brisbane Airport, Brisbane is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Brisbane Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Brisbane based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Brisbane is January, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Brisbane Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to BNE in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Australia you'll want to see. About 72 kilometres south-east of Brisbane, a visit to Gold Coast will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday.
Toowoomba is another essential stop in Australia and is around 105 kilometres west of Brisbane. No trip is complete without seeing Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.