Cheap Flights from Sydney to Brisbane

Which airlines fly from Sydney to Brisbane?

Direct flights from Sydney to Brisbane are offered by these airlines:

• Jetstar
• Qantas
• Tigerair Australia
• Virgin Australia

If you need to take a connecting flight, this will cost more, as well as being more hassle.

Is there a time difference between Sydney and Brisbane?

Brisbane is on the same time as Sydney until New South Wales puts the clocks forward for summer, then it's 1 hour behind for the other half of the year.

What is the weather like in Brisbane?

Brisbane is generally warmer than Sydney, with average monthly temperatures ranging from 15°C in July to 26°C in January. If you find the Queensland summer too hot, visiting in the spring or autumn offers milder weather that's still ideal for surfing, snorkelling and other outdoor activities.

How expensive is Brisbane?

Essential travel information for Brisbane

• Bring your passport, driver's licence or other ID required by your airline when checking in and boarding domestic flights in Australia.
• If you're using public transport in Brisbane, a go card is cheaper than paying for paper tickets.

Departing from Sydney

Sydney Airport (SYD) handles more flights than any other Australian airport. Flights to Brisbane may leave from any of its terminals, depending on the airline you're flying with. Qantas flights are spread across all 3 terminals, with all other domestic airlines using Terminal 2.

All terminals at Sydney Airport have a wide array of facilities including shops, restaurants and family areas. Most of these are in the departures area after security processing. Sydney Airport recommends that you arrive an hour before domestic flights.

Arriving in Brisbane

Brisbane Airport (BNE) has dedicated terminals for international and domestic flights. The domestic terminal is further divided into 3 wings serving different airlines – Virgin Australia on the left, Qantas on the right and other domestic airlines in the centre. Each wing has its own baggage claim area and ATMs.

From the airport to Brisbane CBD you can take a bus, train (to Central and Roma Street), shuttle service, rideshares or taxis. You can also hire a car from Brisbane Airport if you prefer your own transport. Car hire firms can be found by the baggage carousels.

Return flights from Brisbane to Sydney

You should arrive for check-in 60 minutes before flights from Brisbane to Sydney and other domestic routes.

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Please note: all information is correct as of April 2019.