How often are flights from Rockhampton to Sydney delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between Rockhampton and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 22 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Rockhampton to Sydney flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

How long is the flight from Rockhampton to Sydney?

Airlines like Virgin Australia fly from Rockhampton to Sydney in about 4h 10m. 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?

Qantas Airways, at $328, was found to be the cheapest airline from Rockhampton to Sydney. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Virgin Australia. Qantas Airways is 33% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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

When flying from Rockhampton to Sydney, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Can I find deals for flights from Rockhampton to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

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Fri 11/9

17:30-21:40

1 stop4h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 17/9

06:30-10:15

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17:30-21:40

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08:00-14:15

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$434

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Wed 23/9

15:00-19:40

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1 stop3h 45m

$434

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Wed 16/9

11:00-17:40

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

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16:00-21:35

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Thu 24/9

11:00-17:40

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06:30-10:15

1 stop3h 45m

$436

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Rockhampton

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16:00-22:25

1 stop5h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

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1 stop4h 15m

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Rockhampton

Mon 7/9

11:00-17:40

1 stop6h 40m

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15:00-21:35

1 stop6h 35m

$469

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ROK Rockhampton - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Thu 24/9

15:00-18:10

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

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

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 81 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rockhampton to Sydney (average of $430). Flying from Rockhampton to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $534). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Rockhampton to Sydney?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Rockhampton to Sydney flights typically cost between $421 and $549 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $430 on Virgin Australia (10 Sept–16 Sept).

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Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

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Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

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Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

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How long is the flight from Rockhampton to Sydney?
Airlines like Virgin Australia fly from Rockhampton to Sydney in about 4h 10m. 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?
Qantas Airways, at $328, was found to be the cheapest airline from Rockhampton to Sydney. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Virgin Australia. Qantas Airways is 33% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
Can I find deals for flights from Rockhampton to Sydney that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Rockhampton to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Rockhampton to Sydney?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rockhampton to Sydney.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Rockhampton to Sydney?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rockhampton to Sydney by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rockhampton to Sydney?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rockhampton to Sydney (average of $430). Flying from Rockhampton to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $534). 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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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 81 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?

How much does it cost for a return flight from Rockhampton to Sydney?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Rockhampton to Sydney flights typically cost between $421 and $549 in September.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $430 on Virgin Australia (10 Sept–16 Sept).

How often are flights from Rockhampton to Sydney delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between Rockhampton and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 22 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Rockhampton to Sydney flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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Rockhampton to Sydney flights typically cost between $421 and $549 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $430 on Virgin Australia (10 Sept–16 Sept).