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Virgin Australia flights from Sydney to Melbourne (SYD - ME1)

SYD — MEL
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights users flying from Sydney to Melbourne on Virgin Australia typically fly into Melbourne and depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Select your dates above for pricing.

Virgin Australia flights from Sydney to Melbourne in 2025

Find detailed information about Virgin Australia flights from Sydney to Melbourne. Explore the options provided by Virgin Australia to plan your journey from Sydney to Melbourne. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

One-way from

$125

Return from

$262

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price (all airlines)

$192
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  • 24/10
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 35m total
  • Sydney to Melbourne
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  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 15m total
  • Sydney to Melbourne
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  • Can I get a flight from Sydney to Melbourne on Virgin Australia for under $200?

    Cheapflights users have found 9 Virgin Australia flights for under $200 on the SYD-ME1 route. Prices on flights to Melbourne from Sydney can vary based on many factors including dates. To look at price based on your preferred dates, click here.

  • How do most travelers feel about Virgin Australia?

    When planning your SYD-ME1 trip, keep in mind that Virgin Australia is typically rated 6.5/10. This rating comes from 474 reviews by Cheapflights users who have traveled with Virgin Australia.

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Cheapest Virgin Australia flights from Sydney to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable Virgin Australia flight options available from Sydney to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Fri 24/1021:30SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Mon 27/1019:30MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/9$267
Tue 28/1007:45SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Tue 28/1017:15MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/9$270
Tue 23/907:15SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Wed 24/916:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/9$277

Travel insights for Virgin Australia flights from Sydney to Melbourne

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne with Virgin Australia?

Currently, the most affordable month to book a Virgin Australia flight from Sydney to Melbourne in May, with an average price of $83. Conversely, traveling with Virgin Australia from Sydney to Melbourne in August will be the most expensive, with an average cost of $128. Various factors influence flight prices, so comparing airlines, departure airports, and times can help reduce costs.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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