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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney from C$ 72

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 16/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SYD
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in February or August, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Friday

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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 143

One-way from

C$ 72

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 215

Good round-trip deal

C$ 1,587 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 76 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/5-7/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Sydney
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 16/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (C$ 27 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 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 25 March 2025.

Fri 2/56:00 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Wed 7/58:15 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 24/3C$ 143
Fri 9/56:00 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mVirgin Australia
Fri 16/58:30 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/3C$ 172
Thu 8/53:30 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mQantas Airways
Mon 12/53:45 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/3C$ 252
Thu 27/36:20 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/36:55 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3C$ 330
Mon 7/412:20 p.m.MEL - SYD
1 stop19h 20mRex
Thu 17/48:45 a.m.SYD - MEL
1 stop5h 45mRex
Deal found 25/3C$ 564

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Fri 2/5

6:00 a.m.-7:25 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/5

8:15 a.m.-9:55 a.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

C$ 143

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Wed 23/4

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

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 23/4

3:00 p.m.-4:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 172

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Thu 8/5

3:30 p.m.-4:55 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/5

3:45 p.m.-5:20 p.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 252

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sun 20/4

8:15 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

1 stop4h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 21/4

6:00 a.m.-7:40 a.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

C$ 411

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Mon 7/4

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

1 stop19h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 17/4

8:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

1 stop5h 45m

C$ 564

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Wed 16/4

6:00 a.m.-7:25 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 72

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Fri 9/5

2:30 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 86

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sun 27/7

9:00 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 126

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Mon 31/3

12:20 p.m.-6:15 p.m.

1 stop5h 55m

C$ 282

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Deals found on 24/3

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 round-trip flight from Melbourne to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

Booking 35 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of C$ 1,326). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,881). 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 25 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 49% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Melbourne to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 23 March 2025.

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

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 25 March 2025.

The most flights from MEL to SYD are scheduled on a Monday (330 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (101 on average).

Rainfall in Sydney by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 mm per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, 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 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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 25 March 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Melbourne to Sydney, see what other customers have to say about Rex, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

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
Check prices

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
395 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
433 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

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 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) 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 257 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 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.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney round-trip from C$ 143. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Australia, from C$ 172, and Qantas Airways, from C$ 252. These flights start at 21% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    C$ 72 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 C$ 86 and C$ 126, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney consider choosing ANA (90%), Bangkok Airways (80%) or Air India (78%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 76. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Sydney Kingsford Smith) can be booked for C$ 92 on average our data indicates C$ 1,109 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney.

  • 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 vacation 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of C$ 1,326). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,881). 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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JetstarCheapestC$ 105AverageC$ 165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapestC$ 145AverageC$ 239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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