Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Hobart International Airport (HBA): what you need to know
A direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hobart International Airport takes 1 hour 53 minutes, on average. Hobart's timezone is UTC+11 — identical to Sydney.
Every week, there are 170 flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hobart International Airport. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, opt for the 06:05 Qantas flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from SYD to HBA is 20:25 with Virgin Australia.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hobart International Airport, so jetting off to Hobart (and then seeing more parts of Australia!) is easy. Popular carriers that travel between SYD and HBA include:
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hobart International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between SYD and HBA include:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Canberra Airport
Gold Coast Airport
You won't need your passport or a visa to travel within Australia. You will need a valid identity document however, like a driver's license or an ID card. Put them on your packing list once you've booked cheap ticket from SYD to HBA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Hobart International Airport (HBA)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hobart International Airport is $76. The cheapest price for a return flight is $150. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To secure flight tickets from SYD to HBA, book your trip 9 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hobart International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Sydney, Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport can be reached in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 27 minutes.
Got an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hobart International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SYD:
Arriving at Hobart International Airport (HBA)
If you have a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hobart International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near HBA:
Getting from Hobart International Airport (HBA) to central Hobart
Hobart International Airport to central Hobart is around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
When to fly to Hobart International Airport (HBA)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hobart International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Hobart. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Hobart is January, with the temperature ranging between 9 ºC and 24 ºC. Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Hobart International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to HBA in August. Temperatures average between 3 ºC and 13 ºC then.
More about Hobart
Start your Hobart trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from SYD to HBA, have a look at our selection of hotel options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Salamanca Place, Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens and Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery are top sights which should be on any well-planned Hobart itinerary.
Complete your Hobart trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Hobart International Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Hobart.