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

• Earliest: departs at 13:25 and lands at 15:15
• Latest: departs at 14:05 and lands at 15:55.

The flight takes about 1h 50m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Hervey Bay to Sydney.

A direct flight from Hervey Bay to Sydney takes 1h 50m, covering 1,564 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Hervey Bay to Sydney range from $229 to $384, with an average of $287 over the past 12 months. Anything below $229 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 33% above the $287 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average $275 return, compared with $476 via a stopover through Brisbane (BNE).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $28–$95 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Jetstar and Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Hervey Bay to Sydney flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Hervey Bay to Sydney are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $299, which is 110% above the typical average for this route.

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $58 for economy cars. Top options include:

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Flights from Hervey Bay to Sydney usually depart from Hervey Bay (HVB) and arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

Connecting flights from Hervey Bay to Sydney most commonly pass through:

• Brisbane (BNE) – 88% of one-stop connections
• Melbourne (MEL) – 13% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Hervey Bay to Sydney. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $269 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $428, a difference of $159.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Jetstar operates flights between Hervey Bay and Sydney.

Flying via Brisbane (BNE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 3h 34m, compared to 10h 59m via Melbourne (MEL).

Sydney is 1 hour ahead of Hervey Bay (Eastern Australia Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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.

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

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