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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney from $81

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SYD
9 Apr — 16 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in May or June, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 March 2026.

Wed 22/412:30
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Mon 27/406:00
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3$161
Wed 22/406:45
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Wed 29/409:45
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$162
Tue 21/409:10
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Tue 28/417:00
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$164
Wed 15/420:50
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Wed 22/406:00
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3$165
Wed 25/320:25
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Tue 31/306:00
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$168
Tue 14/409:10
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Tue 21/412:35
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/3$171
Tue 24/320:50
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Mon 30/306:00
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/3$172
Sat 28/319:20
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Mon 30/306:30
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$174
Thu 23/409:25
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Mon 27/406:00
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/3$175
Thu 23/413:55
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Thu 30/406:00
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3$177
Wed 25/320:25
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Sun 29/306:00
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3$178

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$161

One-way from

$81

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$216

Good round-trip deal

$222 or less

Good one-way deal

$153 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/4-27/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Sydney
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  • Jetstar
  • 6/5
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Sydney
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Sydney that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 10 March 2026.
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MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Tue 21/4

18:55-20:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/4

08:15-09:50

Nonstop1h 35m

$167

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

06:45-08:15

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/6

06:00-07:40

Nonstop1h 40m

$229

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

10:00-11:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/6

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$259

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Tue 24/3

17:15-18:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/3

07:45-09:20

Nonstop1h 35m

$298

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Mon 6/4

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 9/4

19:30-21:05

Nonstop1h 35m

$300

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Thu 23/4

06:35-13:45

1 stop7h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/4

06:00-07:40

Nonstop1h 40m

$320

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

12:00-13:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/9

09:35-11:10

Nonstop1h 35m

$410

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sun 5/4

18:00-19:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/4

22:00-23:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$421

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Thu 2/4

08:00-09:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 4/4

22:00-23:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$431

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

15:15-16:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 16/5

13:40-18:35

1 stop4h 55m

$486

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Sydney

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney is 83 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of $50). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $108). 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 SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 March 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2026.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 10 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne Airport to Sydney by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
446 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

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
446 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
446 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

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
1,002 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
446 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

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
529 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
446 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

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

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney from Melbourne?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 7.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Sydney. 3 airlines have flights to Kingsford Smith from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 230 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

    Jetstar and Virgin Australia can get you from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in just under 1h 25m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 705 km between Melbourne Airport and Sydney. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne Airport to Sydney is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $85 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, starting at $130 and $177 round-trip. Jetstar is currently priced 57% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $57 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $112 and $146, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

    Consider Air Niugini (100%), Bangkok Airways (93%) or LATAM Airlines (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney? While on average our users pay $3,604, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $98. The most popular route (Melbourne - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around $115.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney 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 Airport to Sydney?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of $50). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $108). 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 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Sydney

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$85Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$130Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$177Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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