Routes · From SYD

Sydney (SYD) to Lord Howe Island (LDH) flights

Nonstop from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Lord Howe Island Airport: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.

Distance

785km

488 mi, great circle

Flying time

1h 42m

typical, gate to gate

Flights a day

2.4

average, November 2026

Airlines

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none we can identify

Airlines flying SYD to LDH

We can't identify a passenger airline on this route in our data. It may be cargo or charter only, so check before you plan around it.

Also in the data (cargo, charter or a foreign airline on a domestic route): Skytrans.

Route map

The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Both directions

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Sydney to Lord Howe Island?

About 1h 42m gate to gate for the 785 km (488 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.