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

• Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 07:33
• Latest: departs at 22:00 and lands at 23:33.

The flight takes about 1h 33m.

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

A direct flight from Sydney to Brisbane takes 1h 33m, 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 driving licence.

Return flights from Sydney to Brisbane range from ₹ 12,840 to ₹ 21,084, with an average of ₹ 16,131 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 12,840 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 24% above the ₹ 16,131 route average. Book 4 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 Sydney to Brisbane flights are:

• Qantas Airways: 83% on time
• Virgin Australia: 82% on time
• Jetstar: 71% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 80% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ₹ 1,785–₹ 9,507 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 Sydney to Brisbane flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 26%, Evening flights for 26%, and Night flights for 5%.

One-way fares from Sydney to Brisbane are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 6,541, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

Brisbane Airport (BNE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around ₹ 998 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Bargain Car Rentals
• Simba Car Hire
• East Coast Car Rentals
• Alpha
• EverythingFleet

Flights from Sydney to Brisbane usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Brisbane (BNE).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening 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 Sydney to Brisbane route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 38m.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Sydney to Brisbane. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 14,072 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ₹ 18,350, a difference of ₹ 4,279.

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

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

• Qantas Airways
• Virgin Australia
• Jetstar
• Air Niugini

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

Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre is one of the most viewed places in Brisbane on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Sydney to Brisbane flights:

• Virgin Australia: offers free seat selection
• Qantas Airways: 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 cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Virgin Australia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Qantas Airways: a cabin 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.

The AirportLink train will take you all the way to the domestic terminals (T2 and T3) at Kingsford Smith Airport. The station is below the terminals, so all you’ll need to do is follow the signs for the terminal you need. The AirportLink train departs every 10-15min from all of Sydney’s CBD stations. The journey takes 13-20min, depending on which station you board at. You can tap on and off with your Opal card or pay for a ticket with your contactless card. You’ll be looking at a cost of around A$ 16 to A$ 20 for a one-way adult fare, with the higher fare applying during peak times.

Brisbane Airport actually has three onsite hotels: ibis Brisbane Hotel, Pullman Brisbane Airport Hotel and Novotel Brisbane Airport Hotel. You can check their availability and book through KAYAK, and you’ll get to enjoy plenty of comforts during your stay. ibis Brisbane Hotel has plenty of regular and superior rooms, an airy alfresco restaurant and a rooftop bar. If you have an early flight the next day, this is a convenient way to relax during your layover.