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Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Perth

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Perth flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Sydney to Perth

Sydney to Perth: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Perth below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Perth.

Sydney to Perth: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP17,146
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time5 hrs, 6 mins
Most popular airlineQatar Airways
Average flights per week551

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Perth: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Perth is P17,146. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 6 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Perth.
Qatar Airways, IndiGo and Hawaiian Airlines fly direct from Sydney to Perth.
As of February 2026, there are 551 flights per week flying from Sydney to Perth.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Perth is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Perth Airport on Wednesday, 1 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 6 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Perth but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Perth is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Perth.

Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Perth Airport is 5 hours.

  • Perth's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Perth three hours behind Sydney.

  • Flights from SYD to PER start at 06:10 — the earliest with Qantas. The latest departure is at 20:15 with Virgin Australia Regional. Overall, you can choose from 136 weekly Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Perth Airport flights.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to PER flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • You can fly nonstop to Perth, Australia. Book a ticket with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Perth Airport:

  • Jetstar is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier that offers SYD to PER flights is Virgin Australia Regional. Its services land as scheduled 73.66% of the time.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Perth Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SYD and PER:

    • Canberra Airport

    • Adelaide Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER)

  • P7,386 is the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Perth Airport flight. A return flight starts from P17,146. These fares can change based on availability and demand.

  • Book ten months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SYD to PER.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Perth Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Finding cheap flights from SYD to PER is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.

  • Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Perth Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • 69.62% of flights departing from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport usually takes 25 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near SYD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Perth Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Perth Airport (PER)

Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth

  • Perth Airport to the centre of Perth has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 30 minutes.

When to fly to Perth Airport (PER)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Perth Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Perth in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Perth Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Perth, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from SYD to PER in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • Rockingham is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored after you've seen Perth. Around 40 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Penguin Island, The Catalpa Memorial and Point Peron.

  • Mandurah is another standout destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south of Perth. No trip is complete without visiting Emma Blyth Gallery, Dolphin Quay and Len Howard Conservation Park.

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