Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney from $83
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SYD
22 Oct — 29 Oct1
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1 adult
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in July or February, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday 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 22 September 2026.
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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 22 September 2026.
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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 22 September 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney. Data last updated 22 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
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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 22 September 2026.
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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 22 September 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 22 September 2026.
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MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
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Wed 21/10
20:50-22:15
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
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$90
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MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
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Melbourne
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06:45-08:15
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$90
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MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
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Melbourne
Wed 7/10
19:05-20:35
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$100
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MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
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Fri 23/10
20:25-21:50
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Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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$108
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MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
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Melbourne
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06:00-07:30
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Wed 31/12
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$109
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MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
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MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
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Melbourne
Tue 6/10
07:30-09:00
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$119
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MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Mon 28/9
20:50-22:15
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00:00-00:00
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$119
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MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Sun 11/10
06:45-08:15
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Sydney Kingsford Smith
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney is 69 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of $191). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in September is currently the most expensive (average of $253). 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 22 September 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 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
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 19 September 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. Sunday 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?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Sydney flights typically cost between $177 and $335 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $159 on Jetstar (4 Nov–11 Nov).
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 22 September 2026.
The most flights from MEL to SYD are scheduled on a Monday (306 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (94 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Sydney delayed?
About 20% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 89 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 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 Sydney flights?
Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being 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 22 September 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.
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 192 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.
How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
Qantas Airways, 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 $96 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, starting at $129 and $176 round-trip. Jetstar is currently priced 56% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney one-way?
$67 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 $151, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
Consider Malaysia Airlines (100%), British Airways (89%) or Bangkok Airways (89%) 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 $7,008, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $97. The most popular route (Melbourne - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around $129.
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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of $191). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in September is currently the most expensive (average of $253). 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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