Cheap flights from Rockhampton to Sydney from $199

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROK — SYD
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Rockhampton to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in February or March, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Rockhampton to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rockhampton (ROK) to Sydney (SYD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$406

One-way from

$199

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$500
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 9/10-14/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 8h 30m total
  • Rockhampton to Sydney
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 29/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 50m total
  • Rockhampton to Sydney
High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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Cheapest flights from Rockhampton to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rockhampton to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 August 2025.

Thu 9/1008:15ROK - SYD
1 stop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Tue 14/1015:00SYD - ROK
1 stop5h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/8$406
Mon 15/918:15ROK - SYD
1 stop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Sun 21/908:00SYD - ROK
1 stop11h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/8$506
Fri 17/1008:15ROK - SYD
1 stop12h 25mVirgin Australia
Sat 18/1007:00SYD - ROK
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/8$517
Mon 29/1208:05ROK - SYD
1 stop7h 35mVirgin Australia
Sat 3/108:30SYD - ROK
1 stop4h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/8$546
Thu 4/908:30ROK - SYD
1 stop13h 50mVirgin Australia
Sat 6/907:30SYD - ROK
1 stop4h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/8$550
Thu 25/907:05ROK - SYD
1 stop13h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 2/1007:00SYD - ROK
1 stop12h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/8$576
Thu 20/1107:15ROK - SYD
1 stop6h 25mVirgin Australia
Mon 24/1111:00SYD - ROK
1 stop4h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/8$642
Fri 12/910:50ROK - SYD
1 stop11h 30mVirgin Australia
Mon 15/919:00SYD - ROK
1 stop12h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/8$676
Mon 15/908:30ROK - SYD
1 stop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/911:40SYD - ROK
2 stops6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$690

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Rockhampton

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Depart

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Price

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Thu 9/10

08:15-12:40

1 stop3h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/10

15:00-19:05

1 stop5h 05m

$406

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Mon 20/10

12:50-19:40

1 stop5h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/10

07:30-19:05

1 stop12h 35m

$412

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Mon 20/10

16:00-20:40

1 stop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/10

21:30-07:35

1 stop11h 05m

$429

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Mon 6/10

08:20-13:05

1 stop3h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/10

08:00-11:00

1 stop4h 00m

$440

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Tue 7/10

08:15-16:40

1 stop7h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/10

08:00-11:00

1 stop4h 00m

$440

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Wed 1/10

08:30-11:40

1 stop3h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/10

21:30-11:00

1 stop14h 30m

$463

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Sat 4/10

10:50-08:40

1 stop21h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/10

08:00-11:00

1 stop4h 00m

$466

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Mon 15/9

18:15-21:40

1 stop3h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 21/9

08:00-19:05

1 stop11h 05m

$506

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Fri 17/10

08:15-21:40

1 stop12h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/10

07:00-11:00

1 stop5h 00m

$517

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Mon 29/12

08:05-16:40

1 stop7h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 3/1

08:30-12:15

1 stop4h 45m

$546

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Rockhampton to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Rockhampton to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Rockhampton to Sydney may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rockhampton to Sydney?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rockhampton to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from Rockhampton to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ROK to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Rockhampton to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 51% on flights from Rockhampton to Sydney by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Sydney. Reviews last updated 29 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia from Rockhampton to Sydney by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

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  • How long is the flight from Rockhampton to Sydney?

    Airlines like Virgin Australia fly from Rockhampton to Sydney in about 3h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Rockhampton and Sydney are separated by a distance of 1175 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rockhampton to Sydney round-trip?

    Virgin Australia, at $389, was found to be the cheapest airline from Rockhampton to Sydney. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Qantas Airways. Virgin Australia is 20% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rockhampton to Sydney?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rockhampton to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from Rockhampton to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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