Cheap flights from Melbourne to Australia from $76

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SYD
23 Feb — 2 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Australia

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 January 2026.

Wed 11/206:00
AVV
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SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Wed 11/221:45
SYD
-
AVV
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 24/1$128
Tue 10/206:00
AVV
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SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Tue 10/221:45
SYD
-
AVV
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 24/1$130
Tue 10/220:55
AVV
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SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Wed 11/206:00
SYD
-
AVV
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 24/1$131
Thu 19/306:00
AVV
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SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Mon 23/321:45
SYD
-
AVV
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 24/1$133
Tue 10/206:00
AVV
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SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Tue 24/221:45
SYD
-
AVV
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/1$136
Tue 17/206:00
AVV
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SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Wed 18/221:45
SYD
-
AVV
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/1$137
Wed 4/212:40
MEL
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ADL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Mon 9/207:20
ADL
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MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 23/1$138
Tue 10/206:00
AVV
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SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Sat 14/206:00
SYD
-
AVV
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 23/1$138
Mon 9/206:00
AVV
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SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Wed 11/206:00
SYD
-
AVV
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 23/1$140
Thu 12/206:00
AVV
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SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Wed 18/206:00
SYD
-
AVV
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 23/1$141
Mon 16/217:00
AVV
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OOL
Nonstop2h 05m
Jetstar
Fri 20/213:10
OOL
-
AVV
Nonstop2h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/1$143
Thu 12/306:00
AVV
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SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Mon 16/306:00
SYD
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AVV
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 23/1$143

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 24 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$128

One-way from

$76

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$198
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 11/2-11/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Australia
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 28/1
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Australia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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MelbourneSydney

AVV - SYD

AVVSYD

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 19/3

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/3

21:45-23:15

Nonstop1h 30m

$128

MelbourneSydney

AVV - SYD

AVVSYD

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 10/2

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

21:45-23:15

Nonstop1h 30m

$130

MelbourneSydney

AVV - SYD

AVVSYD

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 19/2

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/2

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$131

MelbourneSydney

AVV - SYD

AVVSYD

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 10/2

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/2

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$131

MelbourneSydney

AVV - SYD

AVVSYD

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 24/2

20:55-22:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/2

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$131

MelbourneSydney

AVV - SYD

AVVSYD

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 10/2

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/2

21:45-23:15

Nonstop1h 30m

$131

MelbourneSydney

AVV - SYD

AVVSYD

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 4/2

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

21:45-23:15

Nonstop1h 30m

$131

MelbourneSydney

AVV - SYD

AVVSYD

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 7/2

20:55-22:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/2

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$133

MelbourneSydney

AVV - SYD

AVVSYD

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 4/3

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/3

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$133

MelbourneSydney

AVV - SYD

AVVSYD

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 25/3

20:55-22:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 30/3

21:20-22:50

Nonstop1h 30m

$134

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Australia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Australia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Australia?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Australia (average of $52). Flying from Melbourne to Australia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $90). 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 MEL to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 January 2026.

When flying from Melbourne to Australia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Australia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Australia. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Australia flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Australia

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Australia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 24 January 2026.

The most flights from ME1 to AU0 are scheduled on a Friday (267 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (135 on average).

How often are flights from Melbourne to Australia delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 91 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Australia flights?

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

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

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Australia flights?

Over the past year, Qatar Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 24 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Rex, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from Melbourne to Australia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.6

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

9.4

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
9.4
Wonderful

Comfort

8.6

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

9.4

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Comfort

8.6

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

9.4

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Comfort

8.6

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

9.4

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Comfort

8.6

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

9.4

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Australia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Melbourne to Australia?

    If you are departing from Melbourne and travelling to other cities in Australia, flights depart from two airports. Flights to Sydney, Brisbane, Hobart and Perth depart from Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Avalon Airport (AVV), while flights to Adelaide, Canberra and Darwin generally leave from Melbourne Airport. Melbourne Airport is the second busiest airport in Australia and located 30min north-west of the city centre, while Avalon Airport is a little further away, around a 50min drive south-west. Flights to Sydney arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), which is the busiest airport in Australia. From Sydney Airport, a taxi or rideshare to the city centre will take about 20min, while a train to Central Station will take around 10min. Passengers arriving at Perth Airport (PER) can take a taxi to the centre in about 20min or a bus to Elizabeth Quay in around 50min.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Melbourne to Australia?

    Taking a trip to any of Australia’s capital cities? There are plenty of direct flights for passengers travelling to Australia from Melbourne. Rex Airlines serves the popular route from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport without any stops. When you’re travelling directly from Melbourne to Brisbane Airport (BNE), most of the flights are serviced by Jetstar. Virgin Airlines and Qantas operate direct flights along the route from Melbourne to Canberra. Direct flights from Melbourne to the other Australian capitals including Perth, Adelaide, Hobart and Darwin are primarily serviced by Virgin Airlines, Qantas, Jetstar and Rex.

  • What are the layover options between Melbourne to Australia?

    Passengers travelling interstate within Australia from Melbourne have access to a few flights with layovers. If you are flying from Melbourne to Brisbane, flights departing from Avalon Airport may stop in Sydney, while flights leaving from Melbourne Airport may have a layover at Newcastle Williamtown Airport (NTL); flight times are extended by about 90min and the airfare generally isn’t much cheaper. Flights from Melbourne to Perth may have a layover at Sydney Kingsford Smith or Adelaide Airport (ADL), which will add an additional travel time of around 3-4h. The price of these flights is generally the same as those without layovers.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Melbourne to Australia?

    If you are an Australian citizen and flying from Melbourne to other Australian cities, you do not need to bring a passport or visa with you. However, all passengers need to present some form of photo identification at the airport, which is usually a driver’s licence or passport. Some airlines also accept student IDs, a birth certificate or citizenship (or certified copies of these documents). Other travel documents to bring with you include your boarding pass in paper or electronic form.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Australia?

    A quick flight from Melbourne to Australia can take about 1h 25m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $128. Melbourne and Australia are separated by a distance of 755 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Australia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $46. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to Australia for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to Australia?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Australia?

    Before booking your flight to Australia from Melbourne, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Bangkok Airways (88%), LATAM Airlines (82%), Malaysia Airlines( 77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Australia?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne to Australia is generally $6,644, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $92. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Sydney Kingsford Smith), you can expect to pay $122 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Australia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Australia 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 Melbourne to Australia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Australia (average of $52). Flying from Melbourne to Australia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $90). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Australia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Australia. 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 24 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$53Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$58Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$165Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$220Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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