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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney from $78

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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SYD
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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 18 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$163

One-way from

$78

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$217

Good round-trip deal

$214 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/10-12/10
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Sydney
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/10
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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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 18 September 2025.

Wed 8/1020:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Sun 12/1006:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 17/9$163
Thu 9/1006:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Sun 12/1006:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 16/9$169
Wed 8/1020:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Tue 14/1017:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 16/9$171
Sat 11/1018:55MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Sun 12/1006:30SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 17/9$172
Sat 11/1019:15MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Tue 14/1017:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 17/9$174
Thu 9/1006:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Tue 14/1008:50SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 16/9$175
Sat 18/1019:15MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Tue 21/1008:15SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 16/9$180
Thu 9/1006:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Mon 13/1018:20SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 16/9$183
Sat 18/1020:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Sun 19/1006:55SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 16/9$184

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Wed 8/10

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/10

17:40-19:15

Nonstop1h 35m

$190

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Thu 13/11

06:45-08:15

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/11

07:00-08:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$202

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Mon 26/1

06:00-07:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 26/1

22:00-23:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$220

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Fri 10/10

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/10

18:30-20:05

Nonstop1h 35m

$252

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

07:00-08:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/11

21:30-23:05

Nonstop1h 35m

$261

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Wed 24/12

19:50-21:20

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/1

06:30-08:05

Nonstop1h 35m

$264

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Thu 9/10

20:15-21:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 13/10

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$291

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sat 1/11

18:55-20:25

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/11

21:15-22:45

Nonstop1h 30m

$291

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sat 28/2

19:00-20:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/3

09:20-15:20

1 stop6h 00m

$292

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Fri 27/2

20:50-22:15

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/3

08:10-09:45

Nonstop1h 35m

$301

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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 12 September 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 $129). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 18 September 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 42% 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 14 September 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Sydney flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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.

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 18 September 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.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
907 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

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 258 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 $101 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, starting at $148 and $231 round-trip. Jetstar is currently priced 47% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Consider Air Canada (84%), British Airways (79%) or Jetstar (76%) 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 $6,460, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $85. The most popular route (Melbourne - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around $112.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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$101Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$148Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$231Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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