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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Brisbane to Sydney:

• Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 6:37 am
• Latest: departs at 7:50 pm and lands at 9:27 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 37m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Brisbane to Sydney.

A direct flight from Brisbane to Sydney takes 1h 37m, covering 1,208 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

Round-trip flights from Brisbane to Sydney range from C$ 185 to C$ 302, with an average of C$ 232 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 185 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the C$ 232 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Qantas Airways is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Virgin Australia has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Brisbane to Sydney flights are:

• Qantas Airways: 86% on time
• Virgin Australia: 84% on time
• Jetstar: 75% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 83% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 15–C$ 141 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Brisbane to Sydney flights, with 49% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 34%, Evening flights for 17%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Brisbane to Sydney are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 120, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 14 for economy cars. Top options include:

• East Coast Car Rentals
• Bargain Car Rentals
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Flights from Brisbane to Sydney usually depart from Brisbane (BNE) and arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Brisbane to Sydney route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 35m.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Brisbane to Sydney. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 210 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 255, a difference of C$ 45.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Brisbane and Sydney. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Qantas Airways
• Virgin Australia
• Jetstar

Sydney is 1 hour ahead of Brisbane (Eastern Australia Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Sydney are Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney Opera House, and Chinatown Night Market. These are among the most viewed places in Sydney on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Brisbane to Sydney flights:

• Virgin Australia: offers free seat selection
• Qantas Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Jetstar: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Virgin Australia: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Qantas Airways: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

There are many airlines that offer direct flights between Brisbane and Sydney. For example, you could fly with Jetstar, Qantas Airways or Virgin Australia, which all operate a direct service. Due to the number of options available for direct routes, and the short duration of the journey, it’s unlikely that an indirect route will be of benefit to travellers.

If you have an early flight from Brisbane Airport or just want to relax ahead of your flight, you can choose to stay in a hotel at the airport. For example, ibis Brisbane Airport hotel is only about a 10min walk away from the terminal.

When you are travelling through Brisbane Airport, you won’t have any trouble finding privacy to tend to your child. With various private rooms available that have baby changing facilities, feeding chairs and microwaves, you will be all set to care for your child.