Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Hobart are Virgin Australia and Jetstar. With an average price for the route of £184 and an overall rating of 7.6, Virgin Australia is the most popular choice. Jetstar is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £155 and an overall rating of 6.5.

Question 2

How long does a flight from Sydney to Hobart take?

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The duration of a direct flight to Hobart from Sydney is typically 1h 50m. The journey crosses a distance of 645 miles.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 6 and 9 direct flights that take off from Sydney and land in Hobart, with an average flight time of 1h 55m. The most common departure time is 17:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 56 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Question 4

What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Hobart?

Accepted Answer

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Hobart was £63 for a one-way ticket and £93 for a return.

Question 5

Which airlines fly most frequently between Sydney and Hobart?

Accepted Answer

Qantas Airways connects Sydney to Hobart with 20 flights per week. Jetstar also offers 18 flights per week, while Virgin Australia follows with 18 flights per week.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Hobart on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from Sydney to Hobart. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Tuesdays for the best deals.

Question 7

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

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Early birds can take the earliest flight from Sydney at 06:00 and will be landing in Hobart at 07:50.

Question 8

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

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If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Sydney to Hobart jets off at 19:50 and lands at 21:50.

Question 9

Which airlines fly direct between Sydney and Hobart?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Hobart. They are Jetstar and Virgin Australia. The cheapest airline for this route is Jetstar, with the best return deal found costing £82. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Jetstar.

Question 10

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Hobart?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

What are the transportation options to and from the Hobart Airport?

Accepted Answer

To transfer between Hobart airport and the city centre, you can take the SkyBus in front of the arrivals hall. The journey time is about 25 minutes and tickets are sold online and at the airport. A more convenient way, especially when you are travelling with a lot of luggage, is to book the Redliner Airport shuttle before your flight from Sydney to Hobart and it will drive you to your hotel.

Question 13

Does Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport provide amenities for people with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport offers facilities and services that aim at making the transfer through the airport easy and comfortable for all travellers. Apart from accessible toilets and parking spaces, there are also hearing loops, wheelchair accessible water stations and accessible pick-up spaces in front of the airport building.

Question 14

Is there a hotel close to Hobart Airport?

Accepted Answer

There are two hotels near Hobart Airport that you can reach on foot, but if you have a lot of luggage, it is better to use the airport shuttle service. Travelodge Hotel Hobart Airport provides a shuttle service for free, whereas Hobart Airport Tourist Park offers one for a small fee.

Question 15

Are there car rentals at Hobart Airport?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you are planning to rent a car for the duration of your stay in Hobart, you can choose from seven companies at the Hobart Airport. It is also possible to book the car in advance before your flight from Sydney to Hobart via the airport website.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Hobart is January, where tickets cost £117 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £161 and £154 respectively.

Question 17

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

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 Hobart.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

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

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 Hobart with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

Question 20

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

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 Hobart from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Question 21

How often are flights from Sydney to Hobart delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Sydney and Hobart historically see delays in approximately 16% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 89 minutes.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, Virgin Australia have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 11% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Sunday 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 24

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 26

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Sydney to Hobart?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest return tickets from Sydney to Hobart were found on Jetstar (£93) and Virgin Australia (£104).

Question 27

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Hobart, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 24% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

Question 28

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Sydney to Hobart?

Accepted Answer

No, with an average price for the route of £94, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

Question 29

How much is a return flight from Sydney to Hobart?

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.Flights to Hobart from Sydney usually cost between £97 and £152 in December.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £93 on Jetstar (1 Dec–8 Dec).

Question 30

What are the most popular airlines flying to Hobart?

Accepted Answer

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

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