Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney from $82
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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SYD
30 Nov — 7 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in May or February, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday
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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 31 October 2025.
Wed 12/1106:45MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Tue 18/1117:30SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$158
Tue 11/1118:10MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Wed 12/1106:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$163
Tue 25/1106:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Tue 25/1121:15SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$164
Tue 11/1106:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Tue 18/1117:30SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$166
Thu 4/1220:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Mon 8/1207:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$168
Mon 8/1220:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Tue 9/1218:05SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$169
Wed 10/1206:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Wed 17/1212:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$171
Tue 18/1120:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Wed 19/1106:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$174
Tue 25/1120:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Thu 27/1106:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$175
Mon 17/1106:45MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Tue 18/1106:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$180
Tue 9/1220:30MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Wed 10/1207:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$181
Best flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 31 October 2025.
Fri 12/1206:30MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mVirgin Australia
Fri 19/1207:30SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/10$241
Sat 13/1219:20MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Sat 20/1206:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$279
Fri 5/1206:45MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 7/1207:25SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/10$362
Sat 22/1108:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/1108:10SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10$413
Thu 6/1114:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Thu 6/1121:15SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$291
Mon 22/1221:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mQantas Airways
Sun 4/106:30SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/10$393
Wed 5/1121:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mVirgin Australia
Sun 9/1107:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/10$400
Thu 25/1213:30MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mQantas Airways
Sun 4/122:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/10$393
Fri 26/1206:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mQantas Airways
Tue 30/1206:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/10$393
Wed 24/1221:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mQantas Airways
Fri 2/107:25SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/10$396
Tue 20/115:20MEL - SYD
1 stop3h 50mQantas Airways
Fri 30/119:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/10$436
Fri 7/1106:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mQantas Airways
Mon 10/1122:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/10$436
Direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Sydney based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 31 October 2025.
Wed 4/306:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Wed 11/307:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$155
Wed 14/106:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Wed 14/112:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$158
Tue 11/1118:10MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Wed 12/1106:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$163
Tue 25/1106:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Tue 25/1121:15SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$164
Tue 11/1106:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Tue 18/1117:30SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$166
Tue 13/120:20MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Wed 21/122:10SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$168
Wed 10/1206:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Wed 17/1212:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$171
Tue 6/120:20MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Wed 14/106:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$172
Tue 18/1120:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Wed 19/1106:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$174
Tue 25/1120:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Thu 27/1106:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$175
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney. Data last updated 31 October 2025 and is based on user searches.
Tue 4/1119:20MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Tue 11/1106:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$213
Tue 4/1119:20MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Thu 4/1207:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$224
Tue 4/1120:30MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Sat 8/1106:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$238
Tue 4/1114:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Thu 13/1106:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$244
Tue 4/1106:45MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Fri 7/1113:30SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$247
Tue 4/1115:25MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Thu 6/1109:15SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$248
Tue 4/1120:30MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Wed 5/1121:15SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$260
Tue 4/1120:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1110:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10$262
Wed 5/1111:05MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1106:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10$251
Thu 6/1114:20MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Tue 11/1121:15SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$254
Sat 8/1119:20MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Tue 25/1121:15SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$235
One-way flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 31 October 2025.
Wed 17/1206:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$82
Wed 12/1106:45MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$84
Mon 1/1220:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$85
Thu 4/1220:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$87
Tue 18/1120:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$88
Tue 4/1120:30MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$91
Wed 7/120:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 28/10$94
Thu 15/106:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 30/10$97
Wed 10/1220:30MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 29/10$99
Cheap 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 31 October 2025.
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 31 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney that are best for you.
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Melbourne
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Sydney
Route
Depart
Return
Price
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Fri 12/12
06:30-07:55
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 19/12
07:30-09:05
Nonstop1h 35m
$241
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Sat 13/12
19:20-20:50
Nonstop1h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 20/12
06:00-07:35
Nonstop1h 35m
$279
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Thu 6/11
14:50-16:15
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 6/11
21:15-22:45
Nonstop1h 30m
$291
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Fri 5/12
06:45-08:15
Nonstop1h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 7/12
07:25-09:00
Nonstop1h 35m
$362
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Mon 22/12
21:00-22:25
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 4/1
06:30-08:05
Nonstop1h 35m
$393
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Thu 25/12
13:30-14:55
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 4/1
22:00-23:35
Nonstop1h 35m
$393
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Fri 26/12
06:00-07:30
Nonstop1h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 30/12
06:00-07:35
Nonstop1h 35m
$393
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Wed 24/12
21:00-22:25
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 2/1
07:25-09:00
Nonstop1h 35m
$396
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Wed 5/11
21:00-22:25
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 9/11
07:00-08:35
Nonstop1h 35m
$400
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Sat 22/11
08:00-09:30
Nonstop1h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 23/11
08:10-09:45
Nonstop1h 35m
$413
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Sydney
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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 24 October 2025.
The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney is 36 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of $70). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $119). 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 31 October 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 40% 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 26 October 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Sydney flight should consider departing on Thursday at midday 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?
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Sydney. 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 31 October 2025.
The most flights from MEL to SYD are scheduled on a Thursday (309 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (137 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Sydney delayed?
About 16% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 87 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Sydney flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening 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 Sydney flights?
Over the past year, Air Horizont have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.
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 31 October 2025.
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.
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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?
Virgin Australia, Jetstar, and Qantas Airways 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 $102 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, starting at $152 and $243 round-trip. Jetstar is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
Consider Malaysia Airlines (90%), British Airways (83%) or Qatar Airways (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 $6,954, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $99. The most popular route (Melbourne - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around $107.
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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of $70). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $119). 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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