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$73+ Cheap flights to Melbourne

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 12/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Flights to Melbourne in 2024

Find the latest flights to Melbourne in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 708,896 searches and data was last updated on 3 November 2024.

Return from

$95

One-way from

$73

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$203
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 3/12-10/12
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Sydney to Melbourne
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 35m total
  • Sydney to Melbourne
High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for return flights in November 2024

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Tue 19/1106:00SYD - AVV
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Thu 21/1106:00AVV - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 2/11$125
Tue 3/1207:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Wed 4/1208:15MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 1/11$146
Sun 29/1207:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Sat 4/107:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/11$213
Thu 14/1106:30SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 17/1106:30MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$216
Sat 16/1121:45SYD - AVV
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/1117:00AVV - SYD
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$349

Find flights to Melbourne within your budget

Locate flights to Melbourne that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 708,896 searches and data was last updated on 3 November 2024.

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SydneyMelbourne

SYD - AVV

SYDAVV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/12

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$73

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/12

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$102

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/12

22:00-23:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$73

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 4/1

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

$159

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/2

18:05-07:30

1 stop13h 25m

$162

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - AVV

SYDAVV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/1

19:20-16:25

1 stop21h 05m

$256

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - AVV

SYDAVV

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/11

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 21/11

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

$125

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/1

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 9/1

20:00-21:25

Nonstop1h 25m

$201

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/11

21:30-23:05

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 17/11

06:30-08:05

Nonstop1h 35m

$229

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/12

07:00-08:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 4/12

08:15-09:50

Nonstop1h 35m

$146

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Best time to book a flight to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights to Melbourne

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

When is the best time to book a flight to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 1 November 2024.

Late summer to late autumn (February to May) is the most popular time for visitors to arrive on cheap flights to Melbourne. This is when the weather is more settled, temps average around 20C and the parks and gardens show off their autumnal colour. Autumn is also when you’ll score the cheapest flights to Melbourne but book at least a couple of months in advance as others will have the same idea.

How long is the flight to Melbourne?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Melbourne takes 1 hour 30 minutes. Flights to Melbourne from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 27 October 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Melbourne should consider flying on Wednesday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Melbourne

The most flights from Sydney to Melbourne are scheduled on a Friday (329 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (172 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Melbourne?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Melbourne are Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Rex.

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 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 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, 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 3 November 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne, such as Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews

Crew

9.6

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

9.4

Boarding

9.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 2

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

9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews
9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews

Crew

9.6

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

9.4

Boarding

9.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 2

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

7.6
Good
493 reviews
9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews

Crew

9.6

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

9.4

Boarding

9.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 2

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

7.6
Good
838 reviews
9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews

Crew

9.6

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

9.4

Boarding

9.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 2

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

6.7
Okay
527 reviews
9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews

Crew

9.6

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

9.4

Boarding

9.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 2

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

  • When is the best time to fly to Melbourne?

    Peak Season Victoria’s lively capital always has something going on, so there’s no bad time to look for cheap flights to Melbourne. Christmas/New Years, school holidays, sporting events and festivals are generally peak periods when the city is busier than usual, so be sure to check what’s on in the city when searching for flight tickets to Melbourne. Some of Melbourne’s most popularly attended events include: the Australian Open Tennis (late January), the Australian Formula One Grand Prix (early March), Melbourne’s Food and Wine Festival (March) and the Melbourne Cup (early November). Off Season Summers (December to February) are warm in Melbourne but notoriously unpredictable, one day could be 25C, the next could be 40C. Winter (June to August) often means cheap flights to Melbourne can be found but since Melbourne winters are damp and cold, it’s not generally a nice time to visit.

  • How long is the flight to Melbourne?

    Flights from Sydney to Melbourne – 1 hr 30 mins Flights from Brisbane to Melbourne – 2 hrs 25 mins Flights from Adelaide to Melbourne – 1 hr 15 mins Flights from Perth to Melbourne – 3 hrs 25 mins

  • Which airlines operate flights to Melbourne?

    The cheapest direct flights to Melbourne are mainly operated by Tiger Airways, Jetstar, Qantas and Virgin Australia. Due to the popularity of the route and large number of flights, you should easily be able to find a flight to suit your budget.

  • How to get from the Melbourne airport to the city centre?

    Melbourne Airport (MEL) (aka Tullamarine Airport) is located 23 km from the city centre. Bus services: the best way to reach the city is via the Skybus Super Shuttle, an express bus service which runs from the airport to Southern Cross Station, taking around 20 minutes. From Southern Cross Station you can access the main public transport, local rail and bus services. Tickets cost $18 one way and $30 for a return. Local bus services also run to and from the airport, the public bus stop is near Terminal 1. Taxi: taxis are available outside all the terminals and there are five on-site rental companies.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Melbourne if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Melbourne on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Melbourne?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Bonza is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Melbourne.

  • How much is a return flight to Melbourne?

    A return flight to Melbourne will typically cost around $252, however they can be found for as little as $53.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Melbourne depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Melbourne, Portland offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 0 minutes).

  • Which airport is closest to Queen Victoria Market?

    f being close to Queen Victoria Market is important to you, you’ll want to land at Melbourne Airport.

  • Does Melbourne have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Melbourne can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Melbourne?

    Yes. Melbourne has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 1 Bed King Bed W Parking & Walk to St Kilda Beach is the closest property to Melbourne (0.0 km away from Melbourne).

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