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

• Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 07:55
• Latest: departs at 20:05 and lands at 22:00.

The flight takes about 1h 55m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Adelaide to Sydney:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Adelaide to Sydney takes 1h 55m, covering 1,872 km.

No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Return flights from Adelaide to Sydney range from $259 to $379, with an average of $310 over the past 12 months. Anything below $259 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 18% above the route average of $310. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average $310 return, compared with $645 via a stopover through Melbourne (MEL).

Qantas Airways is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Jetstar has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Adelaide to Sydney flights are:

• Qantas Airways: 89% on time
• Jetstar: 81% on time
• Virgin Australia: 81% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $29–$142 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 A320-100/200 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Adelaide to Sydney flights, with 45% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 28%, Evening flights for 27%, and Night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $238 to $1,335. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Adelaide to Sydney are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $174, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Bargain Car Rentals
• East Coast Car Rentals
• EverythingFleet
• YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL
• No Birds

Flights from Adelaide to Sydney usually depart from Adelaide (ADL) and arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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 Adelaide to Sydney route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 32 minutes.

Most connecting flights from Adelaide to Sydney pass through Melbourne (MEL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Adelaide to Sydney route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $281 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $340, a difference of $60. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Adelaide and Sydney. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Qantas Airways
• Virgin Australia
• Jetstar

Some of the most popular sights in Sydney are Sydney Opera House, Star Casino, and Capitol Theatre. These are among the most viewed places in Sydney on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Adelaide to Sydney flights:

• Virgin Australia: offers free seat selection
• Qantas Airways: offers extra legroom; 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

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

If you want to park your vehicle for the duration of your holidays, you can use the long stay car park for a maximum of 30 days. For those who are pressed for time, there is the Terminal Car Park, which will put you within a few steps of the check-in desks. To get the best price and ensure your car space, pre-book it via the airport’s website.

To get to the centre of Sydney quickly after your flight, the train runs every 10 minutes and the trip lasts only about 15 minutes. If you are not in a hurry and instead prefer a more comfortable ride from the airport, opt for a shuttle, shared services or a taxi that you can book in advance. Before your flight from Adelaide to Sydney remember to check with your hotel if they offer airport transfers.

Yes, there are Smarte Carte storage facilities in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 of Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport that you can pre-book before your flight from Adelaide to Sydney. You can expect to pay $9 to use the storage for a 4-hour period for a small bag and $11 for a large one.

There are three hotels on the airport grounds: Rydges Hotel Sydney Airport is situated in Terminal 1 and Mantra Hotel and IBIS Budget Hotel located near Terminal 2 and Terminal 3. There are airport shuttles available to transport you between the terminals. If none of the airport hotels suits your needs, you can also opt for hotels that are within a very short drive of the airport, like Mercure Sydney Airport and Holiday Inn Sydney Airport.

Sydney’s city centre can be reached by bus from the airport bus station, which is located at the T1 International Terminal. You can also take a train to Wollongong or Newcastle from the train stations located at both the T1 International Terminal and the T2 Domestic Terminal. You can also book hire car to access cities like Penrith.

If you are an Australian citizen or hold a valid permanent or temporary visa, you do not need a visa to travel within Australia, including when arriving in Sydney from Adelaide. However, if you are a foreign national, you may need to show your visa to enter Sydney, even if you are arriving from another part of the country, like Adelaide.

Rex Airlines provides several services for travellers with reduced mobility. These services include assisting with boarding and disembarking and providing seat belt extensions and other equipment as needed to ensure passenger safety and comfort. They also provide a wheelchair or other mobility aids for use in the airport terminal and boarding process.

Jetstar offers three types of seats for the Adelaide to Sydney route: Starter, Starter Plus and Business Max. Starter seats are the basic economy seats, while Starter Plus seats offer additional perks such as extra legroom. The Business Max seats are the premium seats, offering a more personalised experience.