Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney from $124
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SYD
29 Nov — 6 Dec1
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1 adult
Economy
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in July or February, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Saturday
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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 30 October 2026.
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Deal found 30/10$261
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Best flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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Direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Sydney based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney. Data last updated 30 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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Find 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 30 October 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Thu 21/1
08:00-09:25
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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$144
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MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Thu 31/12
19:20-20:45
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Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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$149
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Mon 2/11
17:15-18:40
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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$188
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Sun 27/12
06:00-07:35
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Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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$245
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Tue 10/11
08:15-09:45
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Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 10/11
13:15-14:50
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$299
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MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Thu 5/11
06:45-08:20
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Sun 8/11
06:00-07:35
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$306
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MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
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Thu 5/11
15:25-16:50
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Mon 9/11
21:55-23:30
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$308
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MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
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Sun 27/12
17:30-18:55
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Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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$327
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MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Fri 18/12
19:15-20:40
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Mon 21/12
17:20-18:55
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$391
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MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Wed 25/11
08:15-13:50
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Wed 31/12
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$434
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Sydney
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
Booking 69 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of $242). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $336). 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 30 October 2026.
When flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 41% versus a flight at midday.
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 24 October 2026.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Sydney flight should consider departing on Sunday 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.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Sydney flights typically cost between $217 and $432 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $261 on Jetstar (23 Dec–10 Jan).
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 30 October 2026.
The most flights from MEL to SYD are scheduled on a Wednesday (312 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (95 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Sydney delayed?
About 19% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 90 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Sydney flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Sydney flights?
Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.
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 30 October 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Jetstar
from Melbourne Airport to Sydney. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney from Melbourne?
Most people fly into Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) if they book a flight to Sydney from Melbourne. On average, Kingsford Smith has 187 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 2 airlines. Sydney Kingsford Smith is conveniently located just 7.5 km from Sydney’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
Jetstar and Qantas Airways can get you from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in just under 1h 25m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Sydney is about 705 km. Most flights are nonstop.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney round-trip?
Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Sydney, with prices starting at $136. Another option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at $171 round trip. These flights start at 51% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney one-way?
$77 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 $134 and $157, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Melbourne Airport to Sydney on time: Bangkok Airways (87%), Japan Airlines (85%), British Airways (84%).
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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of $242). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $336). 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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