Are there direct flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay?

Direct flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay are not common, historically making up only 2% of all flights on this route. When connecting flights are taken, travelers typically experience 2 stopovers. This indicates that most journeys between these two cities will involve at least one layover.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Hervey Bay?

The typical direct flight from Sydney to Hervey Bay has a duration of 1 hour and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 973 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 7 hours and 40 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes when available.

Should I set a price alert for Sydney to Hervey Bay flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay have been frequent. This suggests that price fluctuations are common, and setting a price alert could be beneficial. Monitoring prices over time may help travelers secure a more favorable fare for their journey.

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2026-08-12 – 2026-08-19
SYD - Hervey Bay
77% AI deal score
A$347
A$186
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2026-08-30 – 2026-09-24
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74% AI deal score
A$287
A$186
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2026-08-26 – 2026-09-23
SYD - Hervey Bay
74% AI deal score
A$289
A$186
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2026-09-02 – 2026-09-24
SYD - Hervey Bay
73% AI deal score
A$277
A$186
Round trip
2026-09-03 – 2026-09-24
SYD - Hervey Bay
73% AI deal score
A$277
A$186
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SYD - Hervey Bay
73% AI deal score
A$277
A$186
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Sydney to Hervey Bay: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay

Flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay typically range from $399–$541, with a median fare of $478. Right now, fares for this route are below the typical level, which can present an opportunity for savings. Approximately 17% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers do appear for this route. New deals for flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find favorable pricing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Hervey Bay? The data indicates that April and May are typically the most affordable months to travel, with median fares of $68 for both. Following these, December also offers relatively lower prices, with a median fare of $98. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 2% of recent fares being direct flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay. For those itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that travelers should generally expect to factor in at least one stop when planning their journey.

A typical journey from Sydney to Hervey Bay takes about 1h 45m, including connections. This median duration accounts for the prevalence of connecting flights on this route. For non-stop options, the flight time is also approximately 1h 45m, while connecting itineraries typically extend to around 9h 0m.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Hervey Bay

Regular price: A$232 - A$608

Prices for flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay is AUD 232 to AUD 608. The current lowest deal is AUD 186 with Jetstar, for travel from Aug 30-Sep 23.

now A$186

Low A$232

High A$608

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Hervey Bay

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Hervey Bay is April, with a median price of $71. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $533. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from A$71

June

Most Expensive

Flights from A$533

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Direct flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Hervey Bay

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Hervey Bay

Sydney (SYD) - Hervey Bay (HVB)

Jetstar

A$481

A$301

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Hervey Bay

Sydney (SYD) - Hervey Bay (HVB)

Jetstar

A$483

A$311

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Hervey Bay

Sydney (SYD) - Hervey Bay (HVB)

Jetstar

A$472

A$308

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Hervey Bay

Sydney (SYD) - Hervey Bay (HVB)

Jetstar

A$530

A$309

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Hervey Bay

Sydney (SYD) - Hervey Bay (HVB)

Jetstar

A$443

A$285

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Hervey Bay

Sydney (SYD) - Hervey Bay (HVB)

Jetstar

A$387

A$248

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay

4 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 12

A$749 → A$456

39%

4 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 9

A$689 → A$399

42%

3 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 4

A$644 → A$362

44%

2 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 7

A$653 → A$385

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Hervey Bay

Sydney - Hervey Bay route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Sydney to Hervey Bay are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April or May for the best prices.

Historically, April and May offer the lowest median prices at $71 for Sydney to Hervey Bay.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 45m.

The typical direct flight from Sydney to Hervey Bay takes 1h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Only 2% of recent flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights.

Jetstar has offered direct flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay are frequently available.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is the cheapest option for flights to Hervey Bay, offering good value.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$130

Hervey Bay main airports to arrive at

Hervey Bay (HVB)

Cheapest

Hervey Bay Airport is a convenient arrival point for direct access to Hervey Bay and surrounding areas.

📍 ~10 km from Hervey Bay (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$132

Airports nearby Hervey Bay used as alternative

Bundaberg (BDB)

Bundaberg (BDB) is the closest alternative, offering a similar regional flight network to Hervey Bay.

📍 ~95 km from Hervey Bay (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$550

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Hervey Bay

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay have been found when booking 0-6 days before departure, with an average price of $434. Booking 28-59 days out typically sees an average price of $466. Prices tend to increase for bookings made 14-27 days in advance, averaging $597. For those planning further ahead, flights booked 60+ days out have an average price of $508.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Sydney to Hervey Bay has typically been around $399 or less. The median price for this route has been $478. Travelers can expect to pay around $541 for flights in the higher price range, based on historical data over a 90-day window.

Historically, April and May have been the best months to fly from Sydney to Hervey Bay, both showing a median price of $68. In contrast, December has typically been the most expensive month, with a median price of $98. The annual median price for this route has been $478, based on data over a 270-day window.

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Sydney to Hervey Bay: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Hervey Bay

Regular price: A$232 - A$608

Prices for flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Hervey Bay is AUD 232 to AUD 608. The current lowest deal is AUD 186 with Jetstar, for travel from Aug 30-Sep 23.

now A$186

Low A$232

High A$608

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Hervey Bay

April

Cheapest

Flights from A$71

June

Most Expensive

Flights from A$533

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec