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Cheapest round-trip
$334
Typical prices: $361-$497
Jetstar
Sat 1/13Thu 1/18
SYD - PER • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$174
Typical prices: $209-$285
Jetstar
Sun 10/21
SYD - PER • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar. Average duration is 5h 06m
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Most punctual • 79% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 11% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $504 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Perth (SYD-PER)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sydney to Perth

Wed, Jan 13 - Mon, Jan 18
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7:50 pm - 9:45 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PER Perth
4h 55mnonstop
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2:45 pm - 10:00 pmPER  Perth-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
4h 15mnonstop
$334Jetstar
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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7:45 pm - 9:50 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PER Perth
5h 05mnonstop
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2:45 pm - 10:00 pmPER  Perth-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
4h 15mnonstop
$340Jetstar
Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27
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7:45 pm - 9:50 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PER Perth
5h 05mnonstop
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2:45 pm - 10:00 pmPER  Perth-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
4h 15mnonstop
$344Jetstar
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:15 am - 8:30 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PER Perth
5h 15mnonstop
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10:40 pm - 6:05 amPER  Perth-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
4h 25mnonstop
$398Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Nov 14
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7:45 pm - 9:50 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PER Perth
5h 05mnonstop
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3:15 pm - 10:30 pmPER  Perth-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
4h 15mnonstop
$400Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Thu, Nov 19
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7:45 pm - 9:50 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PER Perth
5h 05mnonstop
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3:15 pm - 10:30 pmPER  Perth-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
4h 15mnonstop
$400Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Sun, Jan 10
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12:00 pm - 6:00 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PER Perth
9h 00m1 stop Melbourne
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11:55 pm - 7:10 amPER  Perth-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
4h 15mnonstop
$415Virgin Australia
Mon, Jan 4 - Sun, Jan 10
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6:15 am - 8:20 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PER Perth
5h 05mnonstop
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11:55 pm - 7:10 amPER  Perth-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
4h 15mnonstop
$435Virgin Australia
Sun, Oct 25 - Thu, Nov 19
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8:10 am - 10:10 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PER Perth
5h 00mnonstop
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1:35 pm - 8:45 pmPER  Perth-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
4h 10mnonstop
$616Qantas Airways
Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Nov 14
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8:10 am - 10:10 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PER Perth
5h 00mnonstop
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3:20 pm - 10:30 pmPER  Perth-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
4h 10mnonstop
$616Qantas Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sydney to Perth flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Sydney to Perth with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Sydney to Perth?

Round-trip flights from Sydney to Perth start at $334. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $361 to $497. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $334 on Jetstar.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Perth?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Perth, it is 2% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • May is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Perth at $375 round-trip.
  • December ($479) and October ($449) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 27% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Sydney to Perth the cheapest?

Flights from Sydney to Perth are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Sydney to Perth flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$174
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Sydney to Perth

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Your Sydney to Perth flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What kinds of passenger assistance facilities do the airports offer?

    Sydney Kingsford has two accessible pickup spaces outside the main terminals. Wheelchair access ramps are provided and special assistance is always on hand. Hidden disability lanyards are available from the Airport Services Centre to help airport staff identify anyone who needs assistance. Perth Airport has an Access Facilitation Plan to assist passengers with any special requirements.

  • What airline lounges are available at these airports?

    Sydney Kingsford has a number of airline lounges. Passengers on Air New Zealand, Emirates and Singapore Airlines all have dedicated lounges, and the airport also has Qantas Club Lounge and American Express Lounge. At Perth Airport, you’ll find Aspire Lounge, a premier departures lounge with panoramic views over the apron and the Perth skyline.

  • Do the airports offer special facilities for children?

    At Perth Airport, you’ll find a play area in Terminal 1 with soft furnishings, toy boxes and digital gaming screens. Parenting rooms are also provided with changing and feeding facilities. Sydney Kingsford also provides parents’ rooms and baby change rooms in the domestic terminal (T2).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Sydney to Perth flights?

    Among airlines operating Sydney to Perth 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.

  • What airlines are available from Sydney to Perth?

    3 airlines operate flights between Sydney and Perth. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Qantas Airways
    • Virgin Australia
    • Jetstar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Perth?

    Flights from Sydney to Perth usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Perth (PER).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Sydney to Perth flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Virgin Australia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Jetstar: 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 travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Perth?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Perth:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Sydney to Perth?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $418 round-trip, compared to $504 via a layover through Brisbane (BNE).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Sydney to Perth?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $17–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Sydney to Perth?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Jetstar and Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Perth pass through?

    One-stop flights from Sydney to Perth most commonly connect through:

    • Melbourne (MEL) - 83% of one-stop connections
    • Adelaide (ADL) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Brisbane (BNE) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai (DPS) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Melbourne (MEL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Perth?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 10% on the Sydney to Perth route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $415 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $457, a difference of $42. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Sydney to Perth?

    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 Sydney to Perth route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 37 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Sydney to Perth spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Sydney to Perth flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, evening flights for 28%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Perth?

    Some of the most popular sights in Perth are Elizabeth Quay, RAC Arena and Hay Street Mall. These are among the most viewed places in Perth on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Sydney to Perth?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 11:06 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:05 pm and lands at 2:11 am.

    The flight takes about 5h 06m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sydney to Perth flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 17% above the route average of $422. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Sydney to Perth?

    A nonstop flight from Sydney to Perth takes 5h 06m, covering 2,035 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Perth?

    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.

  • How are flight prices from Sydney to Perth looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sydney to Perth are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $241.

  • How does Virgin Australia’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Sydney to Perth flights?

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

    • Virgin Australia: 79% on time
    • Jetstar: 77% on time
    • Qantas Airways: 72% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 76% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Sydney to Perth?

    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.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Sydney to Perth?

    Flying via Melbourne (MEL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 12m, compared with 7h 31m via Adelaide (ADL) and 9h 29m via Brisbane (BNE).

  • What is the time difference between Sydney and Perth?

    Perth is 2 hours behind Sydney (Western Australia Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Perth Airport (PER)?

    Perth Airport (PER) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $12 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · EverythingFleet
    · East Coast Car Rentals
    · Europcar
    · Ace Rental Cars
    · Bargain Car Rentals

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Perth flight?

    Round-trip flights from Sydney to Perth range from $361 to $497, with an average of $422 over the past 12 months. Anything below $361 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Sydney to Perth flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $415 - about $42 less than Sunday (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Perth trip for May. Fares historically average $375 round-trip in that month - typically $104 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Virgin Australia is the strongest pick on this route. 79% of Virgin Australia flights from Sydney to Perth arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 76%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 37 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Perth Airport.
    - Sanno Marracoonda Perth Airport Hotel
  • Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is one of the largest and busiest airports in Australia and a home of the country’s national carrier, Qantas. It’s also a major hub for Virgin Australia Airlines and Jetstar, and it’s the main Australian focus airport for Air New Zealand.
  • Perth Airport (PER) is the main airport in Western Australia and also serves the cities of Swan, Kalamunda and Belmont. It is a focus airport for Virgin Australia and Jetstar, and is one of the busiest airports on the entire western side of Australia.
  • To get to Sydney Airport as quickly and easily as possible, you can catch one of the Airport Link trains that run roughly every 10min. This journey will usually take just under 15min from the city centre.
  • Perth Airport has a modern shopping area inside its main terminal building. You can buy anything from designer sunglasses, watches and jewellery to merino wool at the boutique shops. There are two electronic gadget shops and Australian Way for souvenirs.

Prefer to fly direct from Sydney to Perth?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Perth Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Perth

Monday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

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Tuesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

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Direct returns

Perth to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

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