Cheap flights from Sydney to Perth

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Flight deals from Sydney to Perth

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Sydney Airport to Perth Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $321. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

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 August.

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 found$312
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time5 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airlineQatar Airways
Average flights per week705

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Perth: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Sydney to Perth is $312. 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 7 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Perth.
Qatar Airways, Virgin Australia and IndiGo fly direct from Sydney to Perth.
There are 705 flights per week flying from Sydney to Perth, as of June 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Perth is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Perth Airport on Thursday, August 13, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 7 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.

Flying from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER): what you need to know

  • Around 5 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Perth Airport.

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

  • Flights from SYD to PER start from 06:00 — the earliest with Qantas. The latest departure is at 20:15 with Virgin Australia Regional. Overall, there are 106 weekly Sydney Airport to Perth Airport flights.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SYD to PER flight.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Sydney Airport to Perth Airport, so jetting to Perth (and then seeing more of Australia!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • Most passengers choose to travel with Qantas on this route.

  • Among carriers operating SYD to PER flights, Virgin Australia has the best record for on-time arrivals.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sydney Airport to Perth Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SYD and PER:

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Adelaide Airport

    • Canberra Airport

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

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney Airport to Perth Airport flight is $157. A round-trip fare right now is $312. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To score cheap tickets from SYD to PER, reserve your trip four months ahead of your planned departure.

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

  • Picking up cheap flights from SYD to PER is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney Airport to Perth Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)

  • 66% of flights that leave from Sydney Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • Central Sydney to Sydney Airport is around 8 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The journey on public transport will take about 15 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sydney Airport to Perth Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Perth Airport (PER)

Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth

  • From Perth Airport, Perth is approximately 11 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the center.

  • It takes roughly 25 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Perth Airport (PER)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sydney Airport to Perth Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Perth based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Sydney Airport to Perth Airport for February if you want to explore Perth during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to PER sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Australia

  • Perth has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Australia you should also see. About 40 kilometers south of Perth, a trip to Rockingham will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Penguin Island, Rockingham Wild Encounters and Penguin Island Sand Bar.

  • Around 64 kilometers south of Perth, Mandurah is another essential stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Silver Sands Beach, Yalgorup National Park and Town Beach.

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