Sydney to Brisbane flights
Direct and connecting flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to Brisbane International Airport (BNE) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Sydney to Brisbane take?
Flight time from Sydney (SYD) to Brisbane (BNE) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Sydney to Brisbane?
Airline availability for SYD to BNE changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Sydney to Brisbane?
Direct (nonstop) availability on SYD to BNE varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Qantas5-yr attributed events: 18Last 90 days: none recorded
- Jetstar Airways5-yr attributed events: 11Last 90 days: none recorded
- Virgin Australia5-yr attributed events: 16Last 90 days: none recorded
- Alliance Airlines5-yr attributed events: 10Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Qantas | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| Jetstar Airways | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| Virgin Australia | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Alliance Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning SYD → BNE
SYD to BNE is a short-haul route of 753 km (468 mi). See the return BNE → SYD route.
Alternative airports near Sydney: Sydney (BWU) — 18 km, Camden (CDU) — 46 km, Richmond (XRH) — 53 km.
Alternative airports near Brisbane: Brisbane (ACF) — 23 km, Caloundra (CUD) — 65 km, Maroochydore (MCY) — 87 km.