Flying from Hobart Airport (HBA) to Sydney Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Hobart Airport to Sydney Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, which is the same as Hobart.
Take your pick of 53 weekly Hobart Airport to Sydney Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Qantas is the earliest flight you can take. Virgin Australia Regional operates the latest service of the day at 20:25.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your HBA to SYD flight.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
You can fly nonstop to Sydney, Australia. Take to the skies with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Hobart Airport to Sydney Airport:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Qantas.
Virgin Australia is the most punctual carrier operating HBA to SYD flights, with 77.48% of its services reaching their destination on time.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hobart Airport to Sydney Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HBA and SYD:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Brisbane Airport
Canberra Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hobart Airport (HBA) to Sydney Airport (SYD)
Right now, $109 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Hobart Airport to Sydney Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $218. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book ten months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HBA to SYD.
Schedule your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from Hobart Airport to Sydney Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from HBA to SYD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Hobart Airport to Sydney Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Hobart Airport (HBA)
Of the departures from Hobart Airport, 63% arrive on time at their destination.
Hobart Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Hobart. 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.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
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Arriving at Sydney Airport (SYD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Hobart Airport to Sydney Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
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Reserving your vehicle from Sydney Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Sydney Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Hobart Airport to Sydney Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Sydney based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Hobart Airport to Sydney Airport for January if you want to visit Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 32ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from HBA to SYD around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Sydney, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Travel about 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to tick off its top attractions. From National Gallery of Australia to National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Australia, consider Newcastle, roughly 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Merewether Beach, Nobbys Beach and Newcastle Beach are key highlights.