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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney from $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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SYD
27 Mar — 3 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 Friday or Saturday 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 22 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$150

One-way from

$72

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$239

Good round-trip deal

$217 or less

Good one-way deal

$127 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 7/5-28/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Sydney
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average return 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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Price to beat on a one-way 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 22 March 2025.

Wed 7/507:30MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Wed 28/506:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 21/3$150
Fri 1/807:30MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mVirgin Australia
Fri 1/820:30SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 21/3$191
Fri 4/405:15MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/407:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$215
Sat 3/508:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 14/507:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/3$342

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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 22 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Wed 7/5

07:30-09:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/5

06:00-07:40

Nonstop1h 40m

$150

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Fri 2/5

07:30-08:55

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/5

17:40-19:15

Nonstop1h 35m

$186

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sat 17/5

16:00-17:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/5

08:00-09:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$200

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sat 3/5

08:00-09:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/5

07:00-08:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$342

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sat 12/4

20:15-21:40

Nonstop1h 25m

$72

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Thu 28/8

06:30-07:55

Nonstop1h 25m

$97

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sat 29/3

20:45-08:30

1 stop11h 45m

$186

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Wed 26/3

21:00-22:25

Nonstop1h 25m

$202

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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 return flight from Melbourne to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney is 35 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 22 March 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 34% 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 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Sydney flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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 22 March 2025.

The most flights from MEL to SYD are scheduled on a Friday (371 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (209 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 22 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Rex, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways 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.
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
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Overall

9.4

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

9.1

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

Overall

9.4

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

9.1

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
393 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Overall

9.4

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

9.1

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
7.4
Good
812 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Overall

9.4

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

9.1

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

Overall

9.4

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

9.1

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), located 7.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Sydney. 4 airlines have flights to Kingsford Smith from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 278 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne Airport to Sydney is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $150 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, starting at $199 and $342 round-trip. Jetstar is currently priced 25% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $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 $129 and $202, respectively.

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

    Consider ANA (90%), Bangkok Airways (80%) or Air India (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney? While on average our users pay $6,120, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $80. The most popular route (Melbourne - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around $103.

  • 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 holiday 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, 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Sydney

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Sydney. 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 22 March 2025.
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JetstarCheapest$107Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$150Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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RexCheapest$185Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$225Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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