- Must visit
Art Gallery of New South Wales
Major art museum near the Domain, featuring Australian, European and Asian works in historic and modern buildings.
Flights from Brisbane to Sydney depart on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
There are 15 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 21:45. The fastest flight covers the 733 km distance in 1h 30m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 733 km |
Average flight duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Flights per day 31 |
Direct flights 15 |
Fastest flight 1h 30m |
First flight 5:00 |
Last flight 21:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Cheapest price
£107
Average price
£318
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Flights per day
69
Distance
733 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Brisbane to Sydney is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brisbane to Sydney will cost around £318 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £107.
Of the 69 flights that leave Brisbane for Sydney every day 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 733 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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VA942Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Brisbane to Sydney among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £117.
Distance: 733 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
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£85 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest | £117 Average Price |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 15m Average total duration 16h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 40m Average total duration 14h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Brisbane to Sydney flights for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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JQ635 · JQ602 | 17:40 Brisbane | 13h40 | 7:20 Sydney | 1 change | |
JQ823 | 17:55 Brisbane | 1h40 | 19:35 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
VA1404 · VA401 | 19:40 Brisbane | 12h40 | 8:20 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1228 · VA633 | 20:15 Brisbane | 12h50 | 9:05 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1228 · VA637 | 20:15 Brisbane | 13h50 | 10:05 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1228 · VA641 | 20:15 Brisbane | 15h05 | 11:20 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1228 · VA655 | 20:15 Brisbane | 20h20 | 16:35 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1228 · VA657 | 20:15 Brisbane | 21h05 | 17:20 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1228 · VA667 | 20:15 Brisbane | 23h25 | 19:40 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1228 · VA651 | 20:15 Brisbane | 19h20 | 15:35 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1228 · VA629 | 20:15 Brisbane | 11h50 | 8:05 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1228 · VA625 | 20:15 Brisbane | 10h50 | 7:05 Sydney | 1 change | |
JQ825 | 20:40 Brisbane | 1h35 | 22:15 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
VA996 | 20:45 Brisbane | 1h35 | 22:20 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
VA356 · VA825 | 20:55 Brisbane | 13h20 | 10:15 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA356 · VA895 | 20:55 Brisbane | 25h00 | 21:55 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA356 · VA863 | 20:55 Brisbane | 21h00 | 17:55 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA356 · VA859 | 20:55 Brisbane | 20h30 | 17:25 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA356 · VA815 | 20:55 Brisbane | 12h00 | 8:55 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA358 · VA815 | 21:25 Brisbane | 11h30 | 8:55 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA358 · VA895 | 21:25 Brisbane | 24h30 | 21:55 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA358 · VA863 | 21:25 Brisbane | 20h30 | 17:55 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA358 · VA825 | 21:25 Brisbane | 12h50 | 10:15 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA358 · VA859 | 21:25 Brisbane | 20h00 | 17:25 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA358 · VA811 | 21:25 Brisbane | 11h00 | 8:25 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1206 · VA637 | 6:05 Brisbane | 4h00 | 10:05 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA908 | 6:05 Brisbane | 1h35 | 7:40 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
VA1206 · VA651 | 6:05 Brisbane | 9h30 | 15:35 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1206 · VA641 | 6:05 Brisbane | 5h15 | 11:20 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA771 · VA1418 | 6:10 Brisbane | 8h55 | 15:05 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1384 · VA401 | 6:15 Brisbane | 26h05 | 8:20 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1384 · VA425 | 6:15 Brisbane | 10h35 | 16:50 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1384 · VA419 | 6:15 Brisbane | 8h30 | 14:45 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1384 · VA429 | 6:15 Brisbane | 12h35 | 18:50 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1384 · VA413 | 6:15 Brisbane | 5h35 | 11:50 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1384 · VA441 | 6:15 Brisbane | 15h05 | 21:20 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1384 · VA443 | 6:15 Brisbane | 16h05 | 22:20 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA912 | 6:35 Brisbane | 1h35 | 8:10 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
JQ811 | 7:00 Brisbane | 1h40 | 8:40 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
VA916 | 7:05 Brisbane | 1h35 | 8:40 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
VA314 · VA859 | 7:55 Brisbane | 9h30 | 17:25 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA924 | 8:05 Brisbane | 1h35 | 9:40 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
JQ813 | 8:15 Brisbane | 1h35 | 9:50 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
VA775 · VA1418 | 8:40 Brisbane | 6h25 | 15:05 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1210 · VA655 | 8:50 Brisbane | 7h45 | 16:35 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1210 · VA657 | 8:50 Brisbane | 8h30 | 17:20 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA1210 · VA651 | 8:50 Brisbane | 6h45 | 15:35 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA318 · VA859 | 8:55 Brisbane | 8h30 | 17:25 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA318 · VA863 | 8:55 Brisbane | 9h00 | 17:55 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA932 | 9:05 Brisbane | 1h35 | 10:40 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
VA1002 · VA1537 | 9:40 Brisbane | 12h35 | 22:15 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA322 · VA869 | 9:55 Brisbane | 8h45 | 18:40 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA322 · VA859 | 9:55 Brisbane | 7h30 | 17:25 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA322 · VA863 | 9:55 Brisbane | 8h00 | 17:55 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA938 | 10:05 Brisbane | 1h35 | 11:40 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
VA942 | 11:05 Brisbane | 1h35 | 12:40 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
VA1495 · VA1282 | 11:25 Brisbane | 5h45 | 17:10 Sydney | 1 change | |
JQ633 · JQ612 | 11:55 Brisbane | 10h25 | 22:20 Sydney | 1 change | |
JQ633 · JQ610 | 11:55 Brisbane | 6h15 | 18:10 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA946 | 12:05 Brisbane | 1h35 | 13:40 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
VA950 | 13:05 Brisbane | 1h35 | 14:40 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
JQ829 | 13:20 Brisbane | 1h35 | 14:55 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
VA332 · VA869 | 13:55 Brisbane | 4h45 | 18:40 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA332 · VA895 | 13:55 Brisbane | 8h00 | 21:55 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA958 | 15:05 Brisbane | 1h35 | 16:40 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
JQ821 | 15:15 Brisbane | 1h35 | 16:50 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
VA336 · VA895 | 15:55 Brisbane | 6h00 | 21:55 Sydney | 1 change | |
VA962 | 16:05 Brisbane | 1h35 | 17:40 Sydney | 0 changesdirect | |
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Major art museum near the Domain, featuring Australian, European and Asian works in historic and modern buildings.
Natural history and science museum with dinosaur skeletons, minerals and interactive family-friendly displays.
Contemporary art museum at Circular Quay with harbour views, changing exhibitions and a strong Australian focus.
Historic harbourside district with sandstone lanes, markets, pubs, museums and excellent views of the bridge and quay.
Large waterfront garden with harbour walks, palms, flower beds and classic views towards the Opera House.
Popular coastal walk linking beaches, cliffs and rock pools, ideal for sea views, exercise and photography.
Sydney rock oysters are prized for their rich, briny flavour and creamy texture, harvested from New South Wales estuaries and long linked to Sydney’s seafood culture.
Barramundi is a popular Australian fish, often simply grilled or pan-fried. It is a staple on Sydney menus for its mild flavour and crisp skin.
Moreton Bay bugs are sweet, slipper-lobster shellfish, usually grilled with butter or served chilled. They are a classic luxury seafood choice in Sydney.
Elegant waterfront restaurant specialising in seafood, especially oysters, fish and shellfish, with Harbour Bridge views.
Refined harbourside fine dining in Bennelong House, known for Australian produce and polished service in a landmark setting.
Long-running Sydney seafood restaurant and fish market with harbour views, popular for oysters, platters and grilled local catch.
Sydney is costly for visitors, with high hotel prices, dining above many cities, and public transport reasonable but not cheap.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants may get 5-10% for great service, taxis can be rounded up, and cafés usually do not expect tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brisbane to Sydney by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sydney, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brisbane to Sydney flights use the Brisbane to Sydney airport pair. Use this guide to compare Brisbane and Sydney airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Brisbane is 7 km from Brisbane city centre. Public transport options include:
Brisbane has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Car Rental.
Food options include: Various restaurants are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals, including fast food and sit-down options like Hudsons Coffee and The Coffee Club.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering various banking services.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brisbane: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brisbane: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brisbane: Elevators, ramps, toilets.
Nearby hotels include Hotels like the ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel are located within walking distance of the airport..
Sydney is 2 km from Sydney city centre. Public transport options include:
Sydney has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Car Rental.
Food options include: Various restaurants are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals, including fast food and gourmet options like McDold's and Wolfgang Puck.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport, with a simple login process. ATMs are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals, offering multiple currency options.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sydney: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sydney: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sydney: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Hotels within walking distance, including Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel..
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