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Cheap flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport from $75

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MEL
28 Dec — 4 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne are usually found in August or May, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday 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 23 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$139

One-way from

$75

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$251
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 7/1-10/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Sydney to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 5/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 35m total
  • Sydney to Melbourne
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High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
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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 23 December 2024.

Tue 31/1222:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Thu 30/109:20MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 22/12$147
Tue 31/1219:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/119:50MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12$198
Tue 31/1207:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Fri 10/119:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 22/12$232
Mon 30/1207:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mQantas Airways
Sat 4/106:30MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/12$318

Find flights from Sydney to Melbourne within your budget

Customise 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 23 December 2024.

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SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/1

06:30-08:05

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 10/1

08:15-09:50

Nonstop1h 35m

$139

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 9/1

21:30-23:05

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 11/1

07:00-08:25

Nonstop1h 25m

$229

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/1

22:00-23:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 27/1

07:30-08:55

Nonstop1h 25m

$253

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/1

06:45-08:20

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 2/2

08:00-09:25

Nonstop1h 25m

$321

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/2

09:15-10:50

Nonstop1h 35m

$75

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 30/12

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$107

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 4/1

07:30-09:05

Nonstop1h 35m

$195

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne

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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 return flight from Sydney to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 20 December 2024.

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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 23 December 2024.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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.

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 23 December 2024.

The most flights from SYD to MEL are scheduled on a Friday (256 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (145 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 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 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 23 December 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Jetstar 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.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
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Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
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Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
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Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
484 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
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Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

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?

    For a flight from Sydney to Melbourne, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 7.5 km from the centre of the city. Kingsford Smith is the only Sydney airport and it handles 199 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Sydney Kingsford Smith on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $139. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $229 and $321, respectively. Users have found that Jetstar is 33% cheaper than the other options available 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 $75. Users have also found prices from $107 and $197 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, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (87%), British Airways (79%), Air Canada( 74%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $78. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Melbourne) can be booked for $99 on average our data indicates $1,126 when flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport.

  • 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 holiday 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Sydney to Melbourne

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 23 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$109Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$159Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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RexCheapest$184Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$211Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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