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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Sydney from $50

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 7/12. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
MEL — SYD
12 Dec — 19 Dec1
1 adult
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How to find the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Sydney (SYD)

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 8 December 2023.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

$294

One-way from

$50
High demand for flights, 34% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 24% potential price drop
From Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith
One-way flight from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne to Sydney?

Find a great deal and save up to 53% by booking at least 58 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Melbourne to Sydney within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $222.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?

Flights from Melbourne to Sydney lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Melbourne to Sydney in August, with the cheapest ticket starting at $105.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Sydney (MEL - SYD)?

When flying from Melbourne to Sydney, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Melbourne to Sydney

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Melbourne and Sydney. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 640,129 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Jetstar flights we've found from Melbourne to Sydney. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne to Sydney

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Melbourne and Sydney. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 640,129 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Some of the lowest-priced Virgin Australia flights we've found at this time heading from Melbourne to Sydney. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.

Cheap Melbourne to Sydney flights in December & January 2023

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Sydney specifically for the months of December and January 2023. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 640,129 searches. Prices were last updated on 8 December 2023.
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Melbourne to Sydney 2023 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Sydney in 2023. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 640,129 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
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Direct flights to Sydney from Melbourne

Discover direct flight options from Melbourne to Sydney. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 640,129 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
For a shorter flight, select one of these non-stop flights from Melbourne to Sydney. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from Melbourne to Sydney should utilise the search form at the top of the page.

Melbourne to Sydney flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Melbourne to Sydney for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 640,129 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Melbourne to Sydney should consider booking one of these fares. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.

One-way flights to Sydney from Melbourne

Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 640,129 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Sydney can choose from these deals. Those needing a return flight from Melbourne to Sydney can use the search form above.

Find flights from Melbourne to Sydney within your budget

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 640,129 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.

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Melbourne AvalonSydney Kingsford Smith

AVV - SYD

AVVSYD

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 9/1

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/1

Nonstop1h 35m

$100

Melbourne AvalonSydney Kingsford Smith

AVV - SYD

AVVSYD

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 17/1

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/1

Nonstop1h 30m

$106

Melbourne AvalonSydney Kingsford Smith

AVV - SYD

AVVSYD

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 9/1

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/1

Nonstop1h 35m

$110

Melbourne AvalonSydney Kingsford Smith

AVV - SYD

AVVSYD

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 23/1

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 29/1

Nonstop1h 30m

$111

Melbourne AvalonSydney Kingsford Smith

AVV - SYD

AVVSYD

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 6/1

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 13/1

Nonstop1h 30m

$113

MelbourneSydney Kingsford Smith

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Tue 19/12

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/12

Nonstop1h 35m

$198

MelbourneSydney Kingsford Smith

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Fri 5/1

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/1

Nonstop1h 35m

$283

MelbourneSydney Kingsford Smith

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Wed 6/3

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/3

1 stop3h 55m

$295

MelbourneSydney Kingsford Smith

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sun 24/12

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/12

Nonstop1h 35m

$310

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Average price of flights to Sydney by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to Sydney by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Sydney is currently 57.47 AUD while a return flight costs 180.68 AUD. Price data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Sydney (average of $127). Flying from Melbourne to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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.

January

$280

February

$219

March

$227

April

$225

May

$208

June

$213

July

$204

August

$193

September

$201

October

$204

November

$234

December

$288

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 8 December 2023.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Rex from Melbourne to Sydney by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews

Overall

10.0

Entertainment

3.3

Boarding

9.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

10.0

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1

One of the stewardesses, older with black hair, was far and above the most professional, very helpful and highly enthusiastic air steward I have ever experienced. She clearly cared about each and every passenger and nothing was too much trouble. When asking customers to become ready for landing, her manner of asking to straighten chairs, return trays and stop using laptops was so polite and non-threatening; she was a delight to watch working. She has a short 3 or 4 letter name, I think, but can’t remember her name. Rex flight on Sunday 9/7 @ 11:45 am Gold Coast to Melbourne

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews
10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews

Overall

10.0

Entertainment

3.3

Boarding

9.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

10.0

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1

One of the stewardesses, older with black hair, was far and above the most professional, very helpful and highly enthusiastic air steward I have ever experienced. She clearly cared about each and every passenger and nothing was too much trouble. When asking customers to become ready for landing, her manner of asking to straighten chairs, return trays and stop using laptops was so polite and non-threatening; she was a delight to watch working. She has a short 3 or 4 letter name, I think, but can’t remember her name. Rex flight on Sunday 9/7 @ 11:45 am Gold Coast to Melbourne

8.0
Very Good
74 reviews
10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews

Overall

10.0

Entertainment

3.3

Boarding

9.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

10.0

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1

One of the stewardesses, older with black hair, was far and above the most professional, very helpful and highly enthusiastic air steward I have ever experienced. She clearly cared about each and every passenger and nothing was too much trouble. When asking customers to become ready for landing, her manner of asking to straighten chairs, return trays and stop using laptops was so polite and non-threatening; she was a delight to watch working. She has a short 3 or 4 letter name, I think, but can’t remember her name. Rex flight on Sunday 9/7 @ 11:45 am Gold Coast to Melbourne

7.2
Good
223 reviews
10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews

Overall

10.0

Entertainment

3.3

Boarding

9.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

10.0

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1

One of the stewardesses, older with black hair, was far and above the most professional, very helpful and highly enthusiastic air steward I have ever experienced. She clearly cared about each and every passenger and nothing was too much trouble. When asking customers to become ready for landing, her manner of asking to straighten chairs, return trays and stop using laptops was so polite and non-threatening; she was a delight to watch working. She has a short 3 or 4 letter name, I think, but can’t remember her name. Rex flight on Sunday 9/7 @ 11:45 am Gold Coast to Melbourne

6.5
Okay
92 reviews
10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews

Overall

10.0

Entertainment

3.3

Boarding

9.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

10.0

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1

One of the stewardesses, older with black hair, was far and above the most professional, very helpful and highly enthusiastic air steward I have ever experienced. She clearly cared about each and every passenger and nothing was too much trouble. When asking customers to become ready for landing, her manner of asking to straighten chairs, return trays and stop using laptops was so polite and non-threatening; she was a delight to watch working. She has a short 3 or 4 letter name, I think, but can’t remember her name. Rex flight on Sunday 9/7 @ 11:45 am Gold Coast to Melbourne

Average temperature in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. January sees the highest average temperature while July sees the lowest average temperature. Temperature data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

SYD

Temperature

11 - 22 °C

Average rainfall in Sydney by month

Keep in mind the precipitation totals in Sydney by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. Sydney sees an average of 89.17 precipitation per year with the most occurring in March. Precipitation data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

SYD

Rainfall

50 - 130 mm

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 are the best ways to get to the airports in Melbourne and Sydney?

Most flights to Sydney from Melbourne are served by Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), which is the second busiest airport in Australia. The airport is located a short distance northwest of Melbourne’s central business district and public bus as well as express bus services link the city to the airport. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport has four terminals, and inside all four of them you can find shopping and dining options located both landside and airside, including 24 hour options. Avalon Airport (AVV) is a secondary airport located between Geelong and Melbourne, handling mainly domestic flights, including a route to Sydney. Shuttle bus services can get you to the airport from the Melbourne central business district, Geelong, Bellarine and the Surf Coast. The airport has a single small terminal and a limited selection of shops and eateries. The airport you will be landing in is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), located very near to the Sydney central business district. Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is the busiest airport in Australia, and it is divided across three terminals, namely, Terminal 1 for international flights, and Terminals 2 and 3 for domestic flights. There are shopping and dining options after security, and other amenities such as free showers, a charging station for mobile devices and a children’s play area. The Airport Link underground train links the airport’s three terminals, along with connecting the airport to the central business district and the southwestern Sydney suburbs.

Which airlines fly directly from Melbourne to Sydney?

As it is a brief, roughly one and a half hour flight, almost all airlines will fly directly from Melbourne to Sydney. This includes Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia.

What are the options for stopping over between Melbourne to Sydney?

As Melbourne to Sydney is a short domestic flight, not flying direct is seldom beneficial. While there are flights that stopover at other areas of Australia like the Gold Coast or the Sunshine Coast, not only do they increase the length of the journey by four to over six hours but they are also usually more expensive than a direct flight.

Will I require a visa or passport to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?

Since Melbourne to Sydney is a domestic flight inside Australia, you will not need a visa to board the plane. You likely will not require a passport either, but a valid form of photographic identification which includes your full name will be required. Accepted forms of identification include: a passport, an Australian driving licence, a student ID, or a social security card. For infants, non-photographic identification (for example, an original or certified copy of a birth certificate) will be accepted if the accompanying adult presents photographic identification.

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

Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Sydney. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kingsford Smith from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 242 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Sydney airport from Melbourne. It is only a 7.5 km journey from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Sydney’s city centre.

Can I find flights from Melbourne to Sydney for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne to Sydney for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $100, but on average you can expect to pay $123.

Are there direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney under $100. A good price for a direct flight from Melbourne to Sydney is less than $123.

Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne to Sydney for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Melbourne to Sydney within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What days are direct flights available from Melbourne to Sydney?

You can find direct flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from Melbourne to Sydney on average per day?

On average, you can expect to see 99 flights from Melbourne to Sydney a day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 15% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 23% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 44% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 17% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Sydney?

For as low as $100, Jetstar can have you in Sydney from Melbourne in 1h 25m. The distance from Melbourne to Sydney is about 708 km. All flights are typically nonstop.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to Sydney round-trip?

Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Sydney, with prices starting at $100. This flight start at 54% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to Sydney?

What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Sydney?

Before booking your flight to Sydney from Melbourne, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Niugini (100%), Rex (78%), Bangkok Airways( 72%).

What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

On average you can expect to pay $1,331 for a flight from Melbourne to Sydney. The cheapest flight overall is $72 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Sydney Kingsford Smith) is currently priced at $100.

What does MEL to SYD mean?

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a MEL to SYD flight. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Bendigo Airport (BXG).

What are the most eco-friendly airlines from Melbourne to Sydney?

There are a few airlines covering the routes to Sydney from Melbourne that are implementing more eco-friendly practices. For instance, both Jetstar Airlines and Virgin Australia offer flights that emit less carbon dioxide than other airlines because of the type of aircraft used by these airlines. Some aircraft promote more sustainable travel because their engines are designed to be more fuel-efficient, thereby emitting less greenhouse gas. Qantas is another environmentally friendly Australian airline operating flights to Sydney from Melbourne. Not only do they offer direct flights on this route, but the Qantas Group has invested in improving their fuel efficiency, achieving carbon neutral growth starting in the year 2020, and cutting net emissions by the year 2050.

How can I fly more sustainably from Melbourne to Sydney?

There are a few ways each traveler on flights to Sydney to Melbourne can help reduce their individual carbon footprint. Deciding to fly on direct flights helps reduce the extra take-offs and landings that airplanes require on flights with layovers. Less demand on these indirect flights leads to fewer airplanes emitting carbon dioxide. Another sustainable travel tip is to make sure to avoid packing extra weight in your luggage and, if possible, avoid checking bags, since extra weight makes the airplane burn more fuel on flights from Melbourne to Sydney. Try carrying a reusable water bottle with you on your flight, as opposed to consuming the plastic bottles onboard that increase the airline’s plastic waste.

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