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Cheap flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport from C$ 73

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 26/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MEL
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne are usually found in August or May, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 149

One-way from

C$ 73

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 190
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/6-18/6
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Sydney to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 26/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 40m total
  • Sydney to Melbourne
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High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Sun 15/67:00 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Wed 18/67:30 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 15/1C$ 149
Thu 27/27:30 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 27/24:30 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/1C$ 160
Sun 13/42:00 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 19/48:50 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 188
Sat 1/34:00 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mQantas Airways
Sat 8/34:00 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/1C$ 283

Find flights from Sydney to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Melbourne 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/6

7:00 a.m.-8:40 a.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 18/6

7:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 149

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/7

4:00 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 13/7

7:30 p.m.-8:55 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 160

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/3

4:00 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

4:00 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 283

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/3

6:05 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

1 stop4h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

7:00 a.m.-8:25 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 391

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/2

8:25 a.m.-5:50 p.m.

1 stop9h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 5/2

12:20 p.m.-7:40 a.m.

1 stop19h 20m

C$ 650

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 26/2

4:25 p.m.-6:05 p.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

C$ 73

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/2

6:30 p.m.-8:05 p.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 80

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/2

8:00 a.m.-9:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 144

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 26/2

9:45 p.m.-9:25 a.m.

1 stop11h 40m

C$ 158

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/2

8:25 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

1 stop6h 05m

C$ 325

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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sydney to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sydney to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is 31 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 Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (average of C$ 1,283). Flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,770). 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 SYD to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sydney to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney to Melbourne. 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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from SYD to MEL are scheduled on a Thursday (248 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (117 on average).

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 Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport 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 Airport, 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Rex and Qantas Airways from Sydney to Melbourne have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
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Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.4

Comfort

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
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Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.4

Comfort

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
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Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.4

Comfort

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
434 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
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Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.4

Comfort

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
467 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
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Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.4

Comfort

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Sydney to Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Sydney, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith, which is the city’s only airport. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is located 7.5 km from the centre of Sydney. There are 191 flights from Kingsford Smith to Melbourne per day from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 149 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, starting at C$ 160 and C$ 283 round-trip. Jetstar is 20% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 73. Users have also found prices from C$ 80 and C$ 160 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Melbourne Airport from Sydney, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (77%), United Airlines (75%), British Airways( 74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport? While on average our users pay C$ 211, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 77. The most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Melbourne), is priced around C$ 83.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Melbourne 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 Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (average of C$ 1,283). Flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,770). 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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