What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER)?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER) is to fly which costs $280 - $500 and takes 4h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER)?

The fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER) is to fly which takes 4h 55m and costs $280 - $500.

Is there a direct train between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Perth Airport (PER)?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney Airport (SYD) station to Perth Airport (PER). However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Airport Central Stn Platform 2 via Perth Stn Platform 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 4h.

How far is it from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER)?

The distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Perth Airport (PER) is 3276 km. The road distance is 3796.9 km.

How do I travel from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER) without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER) without a car is to train which takes 3 days 4h and costs $850 - $10,000.

Where do I catch the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER) train from?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER) train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, depart from Central Station.

Train or fly from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER)?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER) is to fly which takes 4h 55m and costs $280 - $500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $850 - $10,000 and takes 3 days 4h.

How long is the flight from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER)?

The quickest flight from Sydney International Airport Airport to Perth Airport Airport is the direct flight which takes 4h 55m.

What is the time difference between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Perth Airport (PER)?

Perth Airport (PER) is 2h behind Sydney Airport (SYD). It is currently 2:57 PM in Sydney Airport (SYD) and 12:57 PM in Perth Airport (PER).

Where does the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER) train arrive?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER) train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, arrive at Perth station.

Can I drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER)?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER) is 3797 km. It takes approximately 40h 5m to drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER).

Which airlines fly from Sydney International Airport Airport to Perth Airport Airport?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas offer flights from Sydney International Airport Airport to Perth Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Perth Airport (PER)?

There are 1673+ hotels available in Perth Airport (PER).

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER) - 8 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER)?

It takes approximately 4h 55m to fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER), including transfers and time at the airport.

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There are 8 ways to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER) by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly Sydney International Airport to Perth Airport
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER)plane SYD - PER
4h 55m
$280–500
Fly Sydney International Airport to Busselton Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Busselton Airport (BQB)plane SYD - BQB
2. Take the bus from Busselton to Perth Airport International Terminal T1 T2bus
9h 38m
$259–1,425
Bus to Canberra International Airport, fly to Perth Airport
1. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberrabus
2. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Perth Airport (PER)plane CBR - PER
9h 17m
$439–815
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Perthtrain Syd-Per 2026
3d 4h
$855–10,008
Drive 3,796.9 km
1. Drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER)car 3,796.9 km
40h 5m
$673–972
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Perth Airport
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Perth Airport (PER)plane NTL - PER
9h 54m
$384–622
Drive to Orange Airport, fly to Perth Airport
1. Drive from Sydney-Airport-SYD to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Perth Airport (PER)plane OAG - PER
10h 22m
$375–966
Fly Sydney International Airport to Geraldton Airport, fly to Jandakot Airport
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Geraldton Airport (GET)plane SYD - GET
2. Fly from Geraldton Airport to Jandakot Airportplane
10h 45m
$995–1,286

Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER) flights

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5h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 3,275.6 km
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Sydney Airport (SYD), Australia and Perth Airport (PER), Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER) hourly. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific operates a train from Central Station to Perth once a week. Tickets cost $863–10,000 and the journey takes 3d 2h.

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Website: qantas.com

Flights from Sydney International Airport to Perth Airport

Ave. Duration: 4h 59m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $390–700

Flights from Sydney International Airport to Perth Airport via Melbourne

Ave. Duration: 6h 42m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $390–700

Flights from Sydney International Airport to Perth Airport via Adelaide

Ave. Duration: 6h 40m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $390–700

Flights from Canberra International Airport to Perth Airport

Ave. Duration: 4h 35m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $380–750

Flights from Canberra International Airport to Perth Airport via Melbourne

Ave. Duration: 6h 49m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $380–750

Flights from Canberra International Airport to Perth Airport via Sydney International Airport

Ave. Duration: 7h 1m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $380–750

Flights from Canberra International Airport to Perth Airport via Adelaide

Ave. Duration: 7h 5m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $380–750

Flights from Newcastle Airport to Perth Airport

Ave. Duration: 5h 15m
When: Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $500–1,700

Flights from Newcastle Airport to Perth Airport via Adelaide

Ave. Duration: 6h 45m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $500–1,700

Flights from Newcastle Airport to Perth Airport via Melbourne

Ave. Duration: 7h 50m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $550–1,800

Flights from Newcastle Airport to Perth Airport via Brisbane

Ave. Duration: 8h 46m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $600–2,000

Flights from Orange Airport to Perth Airport via Sydney International Airport

Ave. Duration: 7h 53m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $550–1,800

Flights from Sydney International Airport to Busselton Airport

Ave. Duration: 5h 5m
When: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $180–850

Flights from Sydney International Airport to Geraldton Airport via Perth Airport

Ave. Duration: 9h 43m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $260–1,600

Flights from Sydney International Airport to Geraldton Airport via Melbourne, Perth Airport

Ave. Duration: 9h
When: Monday to Friday
Estimated price: $500–1,600

Flights from Sydney International Airport to Geraldton Airport via Adelaide, Perth Airport

Ave. Duration: 11h 25m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $490–1,600

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