Can I fly direct from Sydney to Lord Howe Island?

Yes, direct flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island are typically available. Historically, 100% of the flights on this route have been direct. This trend is consistent across the trailing 90 days of data, indicating that non-stop options are the standard for this route.

How many hours is the flight from Sydney to Lord Howe Island?

The typical direct flight from Sydney to Lord Howe Island has a duration of approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes. This corresponds to a median flight time of 125 minutes. The route covers an air distance of 785 kilometers, making it a relatively short journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island?

Historically, good prices on flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island are observed with frequent regularity. This assessment is based on pricing trends over a 30-day trailing window. Travelers can often find competitive fares when planning their trips on this route.

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2026-10-20 – 2026-10-21
SYD - Lord Howe Island
29% AI deal score
A$1,140
A$1,366
Round trip
2026-09-21 – 2026-10-21
SYD - Lord Howe Island
27% AI deal score
A$983
A$1,366
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2026-09-27 – 2026-10-21
SYD - Lord Howe Island
27% AI deal score
A$983
A$1,366
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2026-09-24 – 2026-09-25
SYD - Lord Howe Island
29% AI deal score
A$1,201
A$1,375
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2026-09-03 – 2026-09-04
SYD - Lord Howe Island
29% AI deal score
A$1,202
A$1,413
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2026-09-20 – 2026-09-24
SYD - Lord Howe Island
29% AI deal score
A$1,214
A$1,415
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2027-02-08 – 2027-02-15
SYD - Lord Howe Island
33% AI deal score
A$1,195
A$1,416
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2026-08-15 – 2026-08-16
SYD - Lord Howe Island
69% AI deal score
A$2,267
A$1,447
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SYD - Lord Howe Island
38% AI deal score
A$1,516
A$1,477
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SYD - Lord Howe Island
28% AI deal score
A$1,156
A$1,480
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Sydney to Lord Howe Island: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island

For flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island, almost all itineraries are non-stop, representing 100% of recent fares. This means you are highly likely to find direct flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island, simplifying your travel plans.

When considering cheap flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island, fares typically range from $946–$954, with a median of $954. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, with only 8% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

To find the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Lord Howe Island, consider traveling in March, when the median fare is $475. Other affordable months include October, with a median fare of $480, and November, where the median fare is $485. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the typical range.

A typical journey from Sydney to Lord Howe Island takes 2h 5m. This duration reflects the direct nature of most flights on this route, providing a quick and efficient travel experience.

The distance between Sydney and Lord Howe Island is 785 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul flight. This relatively short distance contributes to the quick travel time and the prevalence of direct flight options.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Lord Howe Island

Regular price: A$822 - A$1,032

Prices for flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 822 AUD and 1032 AUD. The current lowest deal is 1368 AUD with Air Armenia for travel from Sep 21-Oct 21.

now A$1,368

Low A$822

High A$1,032

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Lord Howe Island

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Lord Howe Island is October, with a median price of $484. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $1322. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

October

Cheapest

Flights from A$484

April

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,322

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island

Canadian Western Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Lord Howe Island

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Lord Howe Island

Sydney (SYD) - Lord Howe Island (LDH)

Air Armenia

A$2,364

A$1,648

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Lord Howe Island

Sydney (SYD) - Lord Howe Island (LDH)

Canadian Western Airlines

A$2,006

A$1,885

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Lord Howe Island

Sydney (SYD) - Lord Howe Island (LDH)

Air Armenia

A$1,813

A$1,591

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Lord Howe Island

Sydney (SYD) - Lord Howe Island (LDH)

QantasLink

A$2,373

A$1,776

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Lord Howe Island

Sydney (SYD) - Lord Howe Island (LDH)

Air Armenia

A$2,006

A$1,883

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Lord Howe Island

Sydney (SYD) - Lord Howe Island (LDH)

Air Armenia

A$2,163

A$1,964

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island

4 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 15

A$2,364 → A$1,648

30%

1 night

Aug 15 - Aug 16

A$2,198 → A$1,494

32%

2 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 15

A$2,373 → A$1,776

25%

4 nights

Aug 16 - Aug 20

A$2,113 → A$1,611

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Lord Howe Island

Sydney - Lord Howe Island route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Sydney to Lord Howe Island are above the typical level at $1368.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for the best prices

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $484.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 5m

The median flight time for direct flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island is 2 hours 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

100% of recent flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Canadian Western Airlines offers direct flights

Canadian Western Airlines has 1 direct deal on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Lord Howe Island.

📍 ~9 km from Sydney city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,208

Western Sydney International Airport (WSI)

Western Sydney International Airport offers another option for flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island.

📍 ~46 km from Sydney city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,208

Lord Howe Island main airports to arrive at

Lord Howe Island (LDH)

Cheapest

Lord Howe Island Airport is the most convenient arrival airport for your trip to Lord Howe Island.

📍 ~2 km from Lord Howe Island (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,208

Airports nearby Lord Howe Island used as alternative

Sydney (SYD)

Sydney Airport is the primary mainland gateway for Lord Howe Island flights, offering maximum domestic and international connectivity.

📍 ~135 km from Lord Howe Island (reachable by car)

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lord Howe Island

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket has been observed to be around $795. Booking 28-59 days out generally sees prices rise to about $851, while booking 60+ days in advance can result in an average price of $896. These trends are based on pricing data observed across a 90-day trailing window.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Sydney to Lord Howe Island is considered to be around $946 or less. The median price for this route has typically been $954. This threshold represents the lower quartile of prices observed, indicating a competitive fare for travelers.

Historically, March, October, and November have offered some of the most competitive prices for flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island. In March, the median price was $475, while October saw a median of $480, and November had a median of $485. The annual median price for this route, based on a 270-day trailing window, is typically $954. These months generally present better value compared to the overall annual average.

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Sydney to Lord Howe Island: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island

A typical journey from Sydney to Lord Howe Island takes 2h 5m. This duration reflects the direct nature of most flights on this route, providing a quick and efficient travel experience.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Lord Howe Island

Regular price: A$822 - A$1,032

Prices for flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 822 AUD and 1032 AUD. The current lowest deal is 1368 AUD with Air Armenia for travel from Sep 21-Oct 21.

now A$1,368

Low A$822

High A$1,032

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Lord Howe Island

October

Cheapest

Flights from A$484

April

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,322

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island

Canadian Western Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Lord Howe Island

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Lord Howe Island

Sydney (SYD) - Lord Howe Island (LDH)

Air Armenia

A$2,364

A$1,648

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Lord Howe Island

Sydney (SYD) - Lord Howe Island (LDH)

Canadian Western Airlines

A$2,006

A$1,885

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Lord Howe Island

Sydney (SYD) - Lord Howe Island (LDH)

Air Armenia

A$1,813

A$1,591

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Lord Howe Island

Sydney (SYD) - Lord Howe Island (LDH)

QantasLink

A$2,373

A$1,776

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Lord Howe Island

Sydney (SYD) - Lord Howe Island (LDH)

Air Armenia

A$2,006

A$1,883

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Lord Howe Island

Sydney (SYD) - Lord Howe Island (LDH)

Air Armenia

A$2,163

A$1,964

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Lord Howe Island

4 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 15

A$2,364 → A$1,648

30%

1 night

Aug 15 - Aug 16

A$2,198 → A$1,494

32%

2 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 15

A$2,373 → A$1,776

25%

4 nights

Aug 16 - Aug 20

A$2,113 → A$1,611

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Lord Howe Island