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$76+ Cheap flights to Melbourne

— MEL
5 Oct — 12 Oct1
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Melbourne in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Melbourne

Wed 16/908:10 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Wed 23/906:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 4/9$130
Tue 15/921:20 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Tue 22/920:55 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 2/9$132
Thu 5/1121:45 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Tue 10/1111:40 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 4/9$136
Tue 10/1106:00 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Wed 18/1114:50 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 1/9$137
Thu 12/1114:00 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Tue 17/1106:00 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 1/9$139
Wed 11/1106:00 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Mon 23/1106:00 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 2/9$140
Thu 29/1006:00 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Mon 2/1120:55 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 3/9$142
Mon 9/1106:00 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Wed 18/1114:50 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 1/9$143
Sat 10/1019:45 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Wed 14/1017:30 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 1/9$162
Tue 10/1107:00 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Wed 11/1118:55 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 3/9$169
Tue 20/1009:45 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Tue 27/1006:45 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 5/9$171
Wed 4/1108:10 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Tue 10/1118:55 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 4/9$172

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Return from

$130

One-way from

$76

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$214
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 16/9-23/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Sydney to Melbourne
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  • Jetstar
  • 14/9-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Sydney to Melbourne
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AVV Melbourne Avalon

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Thu 17/9

21:20-22:50

Nonstop1h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$76

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AVV Melbourne Avalon

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 9/10

21:20-22:50

Nonstop1h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$78

SydneyMelbourne

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AVV Melbourne Avalon

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 29/11

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$78

SydneyMelbourne

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AVV Melbourne Avalon

SYDAVV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/10

21:20-22:50

Nonstop1h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$86

SydneyMelbourne

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AVV Melbourne Avalon

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/12

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$86

SydneyMelbourne

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AVV Melbourne Avalon

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 12/2

21:45-23:15

Nonstop1h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$86

SydneyMelbourne

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AVV Melbourne Avalon

SYDAVV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 27/12

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$86

SydneyMelbourne

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AVV Melbourne Avalon

SYDAVV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 4/12

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$86

SydneyMelbourne

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AVV Melbourne Avalon

SYDAVV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 13/12

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$86

SydneyMelbourne

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MEL Melbourne

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/11

08:10-09:45

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$87

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Melbourne

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.

Weekly flight availability to Melbourne

The most flights from Sydney to Melbourne are scheduled on a Wednesday (270 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (82 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 $67
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia
From $80
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $134
Rex
Rex
From $150

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Melbourne?

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

Rainfall in Melbourne 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

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).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 77 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Melbourne?

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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

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
474 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

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
474 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
474 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

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
1,090 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
474 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

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
568 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
474 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

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 $1,185, however they can be found for as little as $83.

  • 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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