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Cheap flights to Melbourne from $73

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — MEL
2 May — 9 May1
1 adult
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Flights to Melbourne in 2024

Find the latest flights to Melbourne in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$254

Return from

$121

One-way from

$73
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL)

Cheap flights to Melbourne Airport in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Melbourne Airport in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
The following deals offer some of the lowest prices we've found on flights heading to Melbourne in April and May 2024. Deals update frequently so be sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for.
Wed 22/517:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 26/506:15MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$147
Wed 1/506:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Wed 8/518:45MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$148
Tue 7/506:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Thu 9/506:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$150
Wed 22/518:30SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Mon 27/520:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$153
Wed 15/509:45SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Thu 16/506:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$155
Thu 16/506:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Sun 19/506:15MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$156
Tue 30/409:45SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Wed 1/520:15MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$158
Sat 11/517:40SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Mon 13/520:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$159
Thu 2/506:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Wed 8/507:30MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$161

Melbourne Airport 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Melbourne Airport in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches and data were last updated on 27 April 2024.
The lowest fares on flights travelling to Melbourne in April and May 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 22/517:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 26/506:15MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$147
Wed 1/506:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Wed 8/518:45MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$148
Tue 7/506:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Thu 9/506:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$150
Wed 22/518:30SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Mon 27/520:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$153
Wed 15/509:45SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Thu 16/506:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$155
Thu 16/506:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Sun 19/506:15MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$156
Tue 30/409:45SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Wed 1/520:15MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$158
Sat 11/517:40SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Mon 13/520:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$159
Sat 1/617:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Wed 5/618:45MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$161

Flights to Melbourne Airport departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Melbourne Airport, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Have a look at some of the best last-minute flights available departing to Melbourne. Make sure the flight you book matches the day, time, and destination you're looking for.
Wed 1/506:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Wed 8/518:45MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$148
Wed 1/516:05SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 5/506:15MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$158
Thu 2/506:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Wed 8/507:30MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$161
Wed 1/506:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Sat 4/520:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$165
Thu 2/506:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Sat 4/520:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$168
Sat 4/518:20SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 5/506:15MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$170
Thu 2/506:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Sat 4/520:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$173
Thu 2/506:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Mon 6/520:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$174
Thu 2/506:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Mon 6/520:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$181

One-way flights to Melbourne Airport

Explore one-way flight options to Melbourne Airport for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
If you're looking for options on one-way flights to Melbourne, check out these fares. Book a round-trip flight to Melbourne instead by using the search form above.
Tue 21/506:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$73
Tue 30/417:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$75
Tue 7/519:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$78
Tue 30/418:30SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$80
Sat 18/518:20SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$81
Tue 7/519:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$83
Sat 4/516:30SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$84
Thu 2/506:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$86
Tue 21/518:20SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$87

Direct flights to Melbourne Airport

Wed 22/517:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 26/506:15MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$147
Wed 1/506:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Wed 8/518:45MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$148
Tue 7/506:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Thu 9/506:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$150
Wed 22/518:30SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Mon 27/520:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$153
Wed 15/509:45SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Thu 16/506:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$155
Thu 16/506:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Sun 19/506:15MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$156
Tue 30/409:45SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Wed 1/520:15MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$158
Sat 11/517:40SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Mon 13/520:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$159
Sat 1/617:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Wed 5/618:45MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$161

Average price of flights to Melbourne Airport by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Melbourne is currently $81 while a return flight costs $176. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying to Melbourne in December will prove the most costly (average of $175). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$239

February

$207

March

$237

April

$233

May

$202

June

$214

July

$234

August

$205

September

$230

October

$225

November

$243

December

$268

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °C

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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 74 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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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.
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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 27 April 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Jetstar, Rex and Qantas Airways to Melbourne have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews

Overall

9.2

Boarding

8.8

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.3

Crew

9.3

Reviews

1 / 2

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

9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews

Overall

9.2

Boarding

8.8

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.3

Crew

9.3

Reviews

1 / 2

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

7.8
Good
674 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews

Overall

9.2

Boarding

8.8

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.3

Crew

9.3

Reviews

1 / 2

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

6.8
Okay
670 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews

Overall

9.2

Boarding

8.8

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.3

Crew

9.3

Reviews

1 / 2

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

  • How long is the flight to Melbourne Tullamarine International Airport?

    Flight times from various points in Australia to Melbourne-Tullamarine range from under 2 hours to 26 hours. For example, flying from Sydney, Australia to Tullamarine takes just 1hr 35m as a direct flight. To arrive from Perth is a 3hr 30m flight there and 4h return flight, also as a direct flight. One of the longest flights is from Broome, taking anywhere from 8hr to 26hr, depending on the waiting duration, and whether the trip includes a layover.

  • Where can you get direct flights to Tullamarine International?

    Direct Melbourne Tullamarine flight deals are offered by all airlines between major cities and the Melbourne Airport, also known as Tullamarine Airport. You can fly direct from Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth, for example. Other cities, such as Broome and Port Hedland have direct flights but there are flights with a layover that can span several hours. With careful planning, you can fly from most cities to Tullamarine directly. Airlines that operate flights within Australia include Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, Jetstar, and Tigerair.

  • How do you get from Tullamarine airport to Melbourne city centre?

    There are five ways in which you can travel from Melbourne Airport to the Central Business District, which is 22 kilometers to the south-east. The quickest option is a taxi, found in the designated taxi ranks at the airport on the ground floor outside terminal 1 and between terminal 2 and 3. For a more luxurious option, there are limo rentals available. The third option is Skybus service which operates around the clock. A pickup spot is located by the Virgin Australia terminal and Qantas/Jetstar domestic terminal. The shuttle runs every 10 minutes during the day and every 30 minutes from 1 a.m. to 4 a.m. The fourth option is Public Transport Victoria. Cross the first road, turn left, and proceed to the end of the terminal 1 platform. The fifth option is to hire a car for an independent experience. There are several car rental operators located at the airport.

  • What are some things to do in Melbourne?

    A visit to Melbourne, Australia provides plenty of diverse opportunities for relaxation, entertainment, and education. Whether your idea of fun is strolling the botanic gardens with more than 8,500 plant species, experiencing the world-renowned shopping on Chapel Street where you might just spot a celebrity or two, or learning Victoria’s convict past at Old Melbourne Gaol, you won’t leave bored. It can be the little things, as well, such as enjoying what many claim is the best coffee in the world, checking out the amazing street art, or wandering through the active Queen Victoria Markets. Outside the city, the Dandenong ranges are perfect for hiking, cycling, or riding the Puffing Billy Steam Train.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Melbourne’s Tullamarine International?

    Domestic flights within Australia do not require a passport or visa if you are a citizen. Non-Australian passengers must show a passport as ID and have a tourist visa for stays up to 90 days.

  • 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, Bonza is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Melbourne.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Melbourne?

    Melbourne Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Melbourne. One-way flights to Melbourne Airport typically cost $52, while return flights cost around $83.

  • How much is a return flight to Melbourne?

    A return flight to Melbourne will typically cost around $240, however they can be found for as little as $54.

  • 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 Airport have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Melbourne Airport?

    Yes. Melbourne Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 1 Bedroomking Bedparkingwalk To St Kilda Beach is the closest property to Melbourne Airport (0.0 km away from Melbourne Airport).

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