What is the cheapest way to get from Thursday Island to Sydney?

The cheapest way to get from Thursday Island to Sydney is to ferry and fly which costs $500 - $1,200 and takes 11h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thursday Island to Sydney?

The fastest way to get from Thursday Island to Sydney is to ferry and fly which takes 11h 40m and costs $500 - $1,200.

How far is it from Thursday Island to Sydney?

The distance between Thursday Island and Sydney is 2768 km.

How long does it take to get from Thursday Island to Sydney?

It takes approximately 11h 40m to get from Thursday Island to Sydney, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Thursday Island and Sydney?

Sydney is 1h ahead of Thursday Island. It is currently 4:21 AM in Thursday Island and 5:21 AM in Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 5454+ hotels available in Sydney.

Thursday Island to Sydney - one way to travel via ferry, and plane

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There is 1 way to get from Thursday Island to Sydney by ferry or plane

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1. Take the ferry from Thursday Island to Horn Islandferry
2. Fly from Horn Island Airport (HID) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane HID - SYD
11h 40m
$543–1,168

Horn Island Airport (HID) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) flights

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14h 26mAverage Duration

$290Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,768.2 km
Duration: 11h 40m

What companies run services between Thursday Island, QLD, Australia and Sydney, NSW, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Thursday Island to Sydney. However, you can take the ferry to Horn Island, take the taxi to Horn Island Airport (HID) airport, fly to Sydney International Airport (SYD), walk to Sydney International Airport, then take the bus to Sydney Central Station.

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