Question 1

Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to Brisbane, Jetstar or Virgin Australia?

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Brisbane are Jetstar and Virgin Australia. With an average price for the route of 179 € and an overall rating of 6,5, Jetstar is the most popular choice. Virgin Australia is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of 176 € and an overall rating of 7,6.

Question 2

How long does a flight from Sydney to Brisbane take?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights cover the 1.208 km separating Sydney to Brisbane in about 1h 30m.

Question 3

How many flights are there between Sydney and Brisbane per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 26 and 43 direct flights that take off from Sydney and land in Brisbane, with an average flight time of 1h 31m. The most common departure time is 6:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 260 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 17% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Question 4

What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Brisbane was 52 € for a one-way ticket and 100 € for a return.

Question 5

Which airlines fly most frequently between Sydney and Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

Sydney and Brisbane are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Qantas Airways (119 flights per week), Virgin Australia (100 flights per week), and Jetstar (41 flights per week).

Question 6

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

If you are looking for a flight deal from Sydney to Brisbane, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Tuesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Brisbane, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

Question 7

What’s the earliest departure time from Sydney to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Sydney at 6:00 and will be landing in Brisbane at 7:30.

Question 8

What’s the latest departure time from Sydney to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Sydney to Brisbane jets off at 21:50 and lands at 22:25.

Question 9

Which airlines fly direct between Sydney and Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Brisbane. They are Jetstar and Virgin Australia. The cheapest airline for this route is Jetstar, with the best return deal found costing 85 €. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Virgin Australia.

Question 10

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to Brisbane flight route.

Question 11

On which days can I fly direct from Sydney to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from Sydney to Brisbane on a daily basis.

Question 12

Can I get a train all the way from Sydney to Kingsford Smith Airport?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 13

Is there any onsite accommodation at Brisbane Airport?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 14

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Brisbane is January, where tickets cost 122 € (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is 158 € and 148 € respectively.

Question 15

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Brisbane.

Question 16

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Brisbane from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

Question 17

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Brisbane with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

Question 18

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Brisbane from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Question 19

How often are flights from Sydney to Brisbane delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Sydney and Brisbane historically see delays in approximately 21% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 95 minutes.

Question 20

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Brisbane flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, Qantas Airways have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 17% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 21

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Saturday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Thursday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 22

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Brisbane flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights at night have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 23

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Sydney and Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 24

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Sydney to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest return tickets from Sydney to Brisbane were found on Jetstar (100 €) and Virgin Australia (164 €).

Question 25

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Brisbane, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 33% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

Question 26

How much is a return flight from Sydney to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.Flights to Brisbane from Sydney usually cost between 105 € and 196 € in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 100 € on Jetstar (14. Oct–14. Oct).

Question 27

What are the most popular airlines flying to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Brisbane is Virgin Australia, followed by Jetstar.

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