Cheap flights from Rockhampton to Sydney from $215

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 19/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROK — SYD
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Rockhampton to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in February or May, 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 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$432

One-way from

$215

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$504
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 30/9-7/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 15h 10m total
  • Rockhampton to Sydney
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 15/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Rockhampton to Sydney
High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from Rockhampton to Sydney

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 16 September 2025.

Tue 30/918:15ROK - SYD
1 stop4h 05mVirgin Australia
Tue 7/1021:30SYD - ROK
1 stop11h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/9$432
Tue 30/918:15ROK - SYD
1 stop4h 05mVirgin Australia
Wed 8/1007:30SYD - ROK
1 stop4h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/9$443
Mon 29/910:50ROK - SYD
1 stop6h 50mVirgin Australia
Thu 2/1006:30SYD - ROK
1 stop3h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/9$486
Thu 30/1007:15ROK - SYD
1 stop14h 10mVirgin Australia
Thu 6/1106:00SYD - ROK
1 stop5h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/9$528
Thu 20/1107:15ROK - SYD
1 stop6h 25mVirgin Australia
Mon 24/1116:00SYD - ROK
1 stop4h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/9$531
Mon 27/1014:50ROK - SYD
2 stops6h 35mVirgin Australia
Sat 1/1107:30SYD - ROK
1 stop3h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/9$675
Wed 29/1010:50ROK - SYD
2 stops7h 40mVirgin Australia
Wed 5/1107:30SYD - ROK
1 stop3h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/9$692
Thu 20/1120:00ROK - SYD
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1116:00SYD - ROK
1 stop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$696
Mon 29/908:30ROK - SYD
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/1019:00SYD - ROK
1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$702

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Rockhampton to Sydney that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rockhampton to Sydney that are best for you.

Fly from

Rockhampton

Fly to

Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Tue 6/1

12:50-18:40

1 stop4h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/1

10:00-19:05

1 stop10h 05m

$471

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Mon 29/9

10:50-17:40

1 stop6h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/10

06:30-10:15

1 stop3h 45m

$486

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Thu 30/10

07:15-22:25

1 stop14h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/11

06:00-10:15

1 stop5h 15m

$528

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Thu 20/11

07:15-14:40

1 stop6h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/11

16:00-19:05

1 stop4h 05m

$531

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Tue 30/9

12:50-16:40

1 stop3h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/10

21:30-11:00

1 stop14h 30m

$533

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Fri 27/2

08:05-09:10

1 stop24h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/3

16:00-07:25

1 stop16h 25m

$567

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Fri 27/2

06:30-12:15

1 stop4h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/3

21:30-07:25

1 stop10h 55m

$582

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Thu 20/11

20:00-07:35

1 stop10h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/11

16:00-19:05

1 stop4h 05m

$696

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Wed 1/10

08:30-13:00

1 stop4h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/10

21:30-07:35

1 stop11h 05m

$702

RockhamptonSydney

ROK - SYD

ROKSYD

Rockhampton

Mon 29/9

08:30-15:50

1 stop7h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/10

19:00-07:35

1 stop13h 35m

$702

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 14/9

Showing 1-10 of 20 results
1
2

Best time to book a flight from Rockhampton to Sydney

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sydney from Rockhampton with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Rockhampton to Sydney

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 12 September 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 16 September 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.

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

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 16 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways 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.

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rockhampton to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Rockhampton to Sydney?

    Airlines like Virgin Australia fly from Rockhampton to Sydney in about 4h 50m. 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 $380, 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.

  • 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, 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.

See more FAQs

Travelling to a place near Sydney?

Book flights to Sydney if you plan to visit one of these locations
Parramatta
Wollongong
Katoomba
Penrith
Manly
Terrigal
Lithgow
Randwick
Bondi Beach
Coogee
Cronulla
Leura

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Fly from Rockhampton to Sydney on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Rockhampton to Sydney. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 16 September 2025.

Top 2 airlines flying from Rockhampton to Sydney

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Rockhampton to Sydney. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$380Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Search Virgin Australia flights
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$540Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Search Qantas Airways flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Rockhampton to Sydney?

900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to Sydney from Rockhampton today with Cheapflights!

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Rockhampton to Sydney?

Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals from Rockhampton to Sydney for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Rockhampton to Sydney with no change fees?

Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights from Rockhampton to Sydney flexibly with Cheapflights today.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Rockhampton to Sydney become cheaper?

Yes, and it’s super simple to set up. Click the bell icon next to the flight deals above and provide a valid email address to enable Price Alerts. That’s it!

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.