Direct (nonstop) flights from Sydney to Hobart

3 airlines fly nonstop from Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to Hobart (HBA). It's 645 miles (1,038 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

SYD
Kingsford Smith International Airport
🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia
HBA
Hobart
🇦🇺 Hobart, Australia
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
645 mi
1,038 km
CO₂/pax
119 kg
−57 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Jetstar +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Jetstar Jetstar Qantas Qantas Virgin Australia Virgin Australia

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Jetstar JQ Jetstar
Route
SYD → HBA
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
645 mi
Qantas QF Qantas
Route
SYD → HBA
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
645 mi
Virgin Australia VA Virgin Australia
Route
SYD → HBA
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
645 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sydney to Hobart with one stop · direct emits 119 kg CO₂ per passenger

SYD NTL (Newcastle) HBA
Leg 1: 40m (86 mi) Leg 2: 2h (731 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 176 kg CO₂ (+48% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYD → NTL
40m · 86 mi
View SYD to NTL flights →
Leg 2
NTL → HBA
2h · 731 mi
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SYD MEL (Melbourne) HBA
Leg 1: 1h 35m (439 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (383 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+49% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYD → MEL
1h 35m · 439 mi
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Leg 2
MEL → HBA
1h 20m · 383 mi
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SYD CBR (Canberra) HBA
Leg 1: 1h (147 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (527 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 150 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYD → CBR
1h · 147 mi
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Leg 2
CBR → HBA
2h 10m · 527 mi
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SYD OOL (Coolangatta (Gold Coast)) HBA
Leg 1: 1h 20m (420 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (1,066 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 283 kg CO₂ (+138% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYD → OOL
1h 20m · 420 mi
View SYD to OOL flights →
Leg 2
OOL → HBA
2h 40m · 1,066 mi
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SYD ADL (Adelaide) HBA
Leg 1: 2h 10m (725 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (727 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 294 kg CO₂ (+147% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYD → ADL
2h 10m · 725 mi
View SYD to ADL flights →
Leg 2
ADL → HBA
1h 50m · 727 mi
View ADL to HBA flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sydney to Hobart?

A nonstop flight from Sydney (SYD) to Hobart (HBA) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 645 miles (1,038 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sydney to Hobart?

3 airlines: Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sydney to Hobart?

Yes. 3 airlines: Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia.

How far is Sydney from Hobart?

The flight distance from Sydney to Hobart is 645 miles (1,038 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Sydney to Hobart?

At 1h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Sydney to Hobart?

Roughly 119 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 595 km.

Is the return flight from Hobart to Sydney also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Hobart?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Kingsford Smith International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.