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— MEL
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Melbourne in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 28 January 2026.

Wed 25/206:00
SYD
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AVV
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Wed 4/308:10
AVV
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$130
Mon 16/321:45
SYD
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AVV
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Tue 17/320:55
AVV
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$131
Mon 2/206:00
SYD
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AVV
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Mon 2/306:00
AVV
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1$132
Fri 6/206:00
SYD
-
AVV
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Wed 11/206:00
AVV
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$134
Tue 10/208:10
SYD
-
AVV
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Wed 11/206:00
AVV
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$137
Wed 4/206:00
SYD
-
AVV
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Sat 7/220:55
AVV
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$138
Sun 17/508:10
SYD
-
AVV
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Thu 21/506:00
AVV
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$140
Wed 4/206:00
SYD
-
AVV
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Thu 5/206:00
AVV
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1$141
Tue 3/206:00
SYD
-
AVV
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Thu 5/206:00
AVV
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$142
Tue 3/221:45
SYD
-
AVV
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Sun 8/206:00
AVV
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1$144
Fri 13/206:00
SYD
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AVV
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Mon 16/206:00
AVV
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$145
Tue 24/216:25
SYD
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MEL
Nonstop1h 40m
Jetstar
Tue 3/320:25
MEL
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SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$160

Find flight deals to Melbourne

Find the latest flights to Melbourne in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 28 January 2026.

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$130

One-way from

$81

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Average price

$206
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  • 25/2-4/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Sydney to Melbourne
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  • 11/2
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  • 1h 35m total
  • Sydney to Melbourne
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Price

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - AVV

SYDAVV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/4

08:10-09:45

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 2/5

20:55-22:20

Nonstop1h 25m

$130

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - AVV

SYDAVV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/2

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 4/3

08:10-09:40

Nonstop1h 30m

$130

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - AVV

SYDAVV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 27/2

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 3/3

20:55-22:20

Nonstop1h 25m

$132

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - AVV

SYDAVV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/2

08:10-09:45

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 24/2

20:55-22:20

Nonstop1h 25m

$132

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - AVV

SYDAVV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 14/3

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 17/3

20:55-22:20

Nonstop1h 25m

$132

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - AVV

SYDAVV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/2

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 17/2

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

$137

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - AVV

SYDAVV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/3

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 28/3

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

$138

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - AVV

SYDAVV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/7

18:40-20:15

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 17/7

20:55-22:20

Nonstop1h 25m

$138

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - AVV

SYDAVV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/2

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 14/2

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

$138

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - AVV

SYDAVV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 24/5

08:10-09:45

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 27/5

14:55-16:20

Nonstop1h 25m

$141

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Best time to book a flight to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Melbourne

When is the best time to book a flight to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 30 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Melbourne?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Melbourne takes 1 hour 30 minutes. Flights to Melbourne from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 24 January 2026.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Melbourne should consider flying on Tuesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Melbourne

The most flights from Sydney to Melbourne are scheduled on a Wednesday (287 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (137 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Melbourne are Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways.

Jetstar
Jetstar
From $79
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia
From $85
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $109
Rex
Rex
From $150

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Melbourne?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Melbourne are Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 28 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Australia, such as Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
978 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
513 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

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

FAQs about flying to Melbourne

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Melbourne if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Melbourne on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Melbourne?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Melbourne.

  • How much is a return flight to Melbourne?

    A return flight to Melbourne will typically cost around $224, however they can be found for as little as $85.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Melbourne depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Melbourne, Portland offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Melbourne have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Melbourne can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Melbourne?

    Yes. Melbourne has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 1 Bdrm With Parking, Walk To Beach is the closest property to Melbourne (0.0 km away from Melbourne).

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