Travelling from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Hervey Bay Airport (HVB): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Hervey Bay Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Flights from SYD to HVB start from 12:00 — the first with Jetstar. The latest departure is at 12:45 with Jetstar. In total, there are four weekly Sydney Airport to Hervey Bay Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to HVB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetstar has direct flights from Sydney Airport to Hervey Bay Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Hervey Bay — and maybe even more of Australia if time allows.
Jetstar is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates SYD to HVB flights is Jetstar. Its services arrive as scheduled 79.55% of the time.
If you'd love to discover a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney Airport to Hervey Bay Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is a popular stop between SYD and HVB.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Hervey Bay Airport (HVB)
At the moment, 50 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney Airport to Hervey Bay Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 100 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To get cheap tickets from SYD to HVB, reserve your trip 11 months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Sydney Airport to Hervey Bay Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SYD to HVB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney Airport to Hervey Bay Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)
66% of flights that depart Sydney Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Sydney Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney Airport to Hervey Bay Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Hervey Bay Airport (HVB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sydney Airport to Hervey Bay Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HVB instead:
Pick up a Hervey Bay Airport rental car and discover Hervey Bay and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Hervey Bay Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Hervey Bay Airport (HVB) to central Hervey Bay
From Hervey Bay Airport, Hervey Bay is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Hervey Bay Airport (HVB)
January is the busiest month for flights from Sydney Airport to Hervey Bay Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Hervey Bay in March.
The warmest month in Hervey Bay is January, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Sydney Airport to Hervey Bay Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to HVB sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Hervey Bay. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Gallery of Modern Art, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and South Bank Beach.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Australia, head for Gold Coast, roughly 306 kilometres south of Hervey Bay. SkyPoint Observation Deck, Pelican Beach and Burleigh Head National Park are among the biggest draws.