Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney from $74
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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
The best prices from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in August or July, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday
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 17 January 2025.
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to SydneyExplore 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 17 January 2025.
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 17 January 2025.
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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
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Price
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Thu 6/2
06:00-07:30
Nonstop1h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 17/2
06:00-07:35
Nonstop1h 35m
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Tue 25/2
06:00-07:30
Nonstop1h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 28/2
20:30-22:05
Nonstop1h 35m
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Fri 14/2
07:30-08:55
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 14/2
20:30-22:05
Nonstop1h 35m
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Thu 6/2
09:00-10:25
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 9/2
18:45-20:20
Nonstop1h 35m
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Wed 21/5
20:15-21:40
Nonstop1h 25m
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Wed 19/3
09:00-10:25
Nonstop1h 25m
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Thu 3/4
21:40-18:55
1 stop21h 15m
MelbourneSydney
MEL - SYD
MELSYD
Melbourne
Tue 28/1
21:00-22:25
Nonstop1h 25m
Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Sydney
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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Sydney including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.
The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney is 41 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 Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 17 January 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Sydney 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 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 17 January 2025.
The most flights from MEL to SYD are scheduled on a Friday (287 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (159 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 inches 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 17 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Jetstar and Virgin Australia from Melbourne to Sydney. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.
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Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.
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Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.
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Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.
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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Sydney
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