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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Perth Airport (PER) is to fly which costs $280 - $550 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Perth Airport (PER) is to fly which takes 6h 18m and costs $280 - $550.

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

No, there is no direct train from Sydney 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 2h.

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

The distance between Sydney and Perth Airport (PER) is 3288 km. The road distance is 3804.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Perth Airport (PER) without a car is to train which takes 3 days 2h and costs $850 - $10,000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Sydney to Perth Airport (PER), including transfers.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Perth Airport (PER) is to fly which takes 6h 18m and costs $280 - $550. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $850 - $10,000 and takes 3 days 2h.

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

Perth Airport (PER) is 2h behind Sydney. It is currently 12:05 PM in Sydney and 10:05 AM in Perth Airport (PER).

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Perth Airport (PER) is 3804 km. It takes approximately 40h 18m to drive from Sydney to Perth Airport (PER).

Where can I stay near Perth Airport (PER)?

There are 1668+ hotels available in Perth Airport (PER).

Sydney to Perth Airport (PER) - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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

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Fly from Sydney International Airport
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1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER)plane SYD - PER
6h 18m
$288–512
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Perthtrain Syd-Per 2026
3d 2h
$866–9,696
Drive 3,804.2 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Perth Airport (PER)car 3,804.2 km
40h 18m
$684–988
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Perth Airport (PER)plane NTL - PER
9h 52m
$393–620
Bus to Canberra International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Canberrabus
2. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Perth Airport (PER)plane CBR - PER
9h 22m
$452–822
Drive to Orange Airport, fly
1. Drive from Sydney to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Perth Airport (PER)plane OAG - PER
10h 23m
$375–966
Train to Dubbo City Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Central Station to Dubbo Stationtrain
2. Fly from Dubbo City Regional Airport (DBO) to Perth Airport (PER)plane DBO - PER
15h 42m
$642–1,140
Train, bus to Moruya Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Central Station to Bungendore Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Bungendore to Moruya Airportbus
3. Fly from Moruya Airport (MYA) to Perth Airport (PER)plane MYA - PER
15h 6m
$497–1,295

Sydney to Perth Airport (PER) by train

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Distance: 3,287.7 km
Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, 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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