MEL - SYD

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Melbourne to Sydney, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Melbourne to Sydney, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from Melbourne to Sydney (MEL-SYD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to Sydney that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to Sydney.
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20:50 - 22:15MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
17:00 - 18:40SYD-MEL
1h 40mdirect
€98Jetstar
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Wed, 22 Jan - Tue, 28 Jan
12:40 - 14:10MEL-SYD
1h 30mdirect
17:30 - 19:10SYD-MEL
1h 40mdirect
€99Jetstar
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Sat, 1 Feb - Sat, 8 Feb
20:00 - 21:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
18:15 - 19:50SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
€145Virgin Australia
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Thu, 30 Jan - Mon, 3 Feb
15:00 - 16:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
16:30 - 18:05SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
€146Virgin Australia
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Thu, 30 Jan - Mon, 3 Feb
06:30 - 07:55MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
06:00 - 07:35SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
€194Qantas Airways
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Fri, 17 Jan - Mon, 20 Jan
13:00 - 14:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
14:00 - 15:35SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
€205Qantas Airways
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Thu, 30 Jan - Mon, 3 Feb
10:30 - 12:00MEL-SYD
1h 30mdirect
14:10 - 17:50SYD-MEL
3h 40m1 stop
€251
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Tue, 14 Jan - Thu, 23 Jan
18:00 - 19:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
18:05 - 22:40SYD-MEL
4h 35m1 stop
€267
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Thu, 9 Jan - Sat, 11 Jan
09:00 - 18:15MEL-SYD
9h 15m1 stop
18:55 - 08:00SYD-MEL
13h 05m1 stop
€441Rex
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Tue, 7 Jan - Fri, 10 Jan
09:00 - 13:50MEL-SYD
4h 50m1 stop
10:05 - 13:40SYD-MEL
3h 35m1 stop
€442Rex
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Sat, 12 Apr - Sun, 13 Apr

Flights from Melbourne to Sydney - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to Sydney to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney is August, where tickets cost €102 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is €153 and €140 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of €169, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

August

High season

December

Cheapest flight

€49
Best time to beat the crowds (18% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (23% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Melbourne to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Sydney based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Melbourne to Sydney flights

  • Which terminal do I need to go to for my flight from Melbourne to Sydney?

    Melbourne’s Tullamarine Airport has four terminals. Terminal 1 services Qantas domestic flights, so if you’re flying with Qantas, T1 will be your terminal. T3 services Virgin domestic flights, and T4 services TigerAir, Jetstar, Rex and AirNorth. It’s worth double-checking your itinerary to be sure you head to the correct terminal. However, all are within the same building and within walking distance of each other.

  • Where is the drop-off area for my flight from Melbourne to Sydney?

    This will depend on which terminal you’re departing from. Flights from Melbourne to Sydney with Qantas depart from T1, while flights with Virgin Australia depart from T2. For both of these airlines, you can use the drop-off zone on Level 2 of the forecourt for terminals 1, 2 and 3. If you’re flying with Jetstar, TigerAir or another low-cost carrier, it’s best to get dropped off on Level 1, as this provides the easiest access to Terminal 4. Both drop-off zones can be accessed by following the appropriate signs on Departure Drive.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney was €51 for a one-way ticket and €103 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to Sydney?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Melbourne to Sydney flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Melbourne and Sydney, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Melbourne to Sydney?

    There are direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Sydney.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Sydney?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sydney from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Sydney with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Sydney?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Sydney from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney

  • The SkyBus offers reliable bus service to Melbourne Airport (MEL) from Southern Cross Station in the city centre. A one-way ticket costs around A$ 15 for an adult if booked online, and the journey takes roughly 22min.
  • Qantas, Virgin Australia and Rex all have lounges located at Melbourne Airport. The Qantas Club Lounge is located in T1, two Virgin Australia Lounges are in T2, and the Rex Lounge can be found at Gate 30 in T4.
  • If you have a pet staying in Melbourne during your trip to Sydney, you can leave it in the capable hands of Hanrob Pet Hotel. Located within the Tullamarine Airport precinct, this hotel provides gourmet meals and even arranges video calls so you can check in on your pet while you’re away.

Prefer to fly direct from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Find which airlines fly direct from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

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Direct returns

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
3/6Tue
directJetstar
1h 25mMEL-SYD
€49
23/1Thu
directJetstar
1h 30mMEL-SYD
€52
18/1Sat
directJetstar
1h 30mMEL-SYD
€55
26/1Sun
directJetstar
1h 30mMEL-SYD
€60
7/1Tue
directVirgin Australia
1h 25mMEL-SYD
€67
23/12Mon
directVirgin Australia
1h 25mMEL-SYD
€96
3/1Fri
directQantas Airways
1h 25mMEL-SYD
€97
18/4Fri
directQantas Airways
1h 25mMEL-SYD
€109
3/6Tue
1 stopRex
9h 15mMEL-SYD
€221
29/12Sun
1 stopRex
13h 05mMEL-SYD
€231

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Last minute flights from Melbourne to Sydney

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Melbourne to Sydney that are departing in the next 10 days.
20/12Fri
directJetstar
1h 35mMEL-SYD
29/12Sun
directJetstar
1h 35mSYD-MEL
€146
21/12Sat
directJetstar
1h 30mMEL-SYD
29/12Sun
directJetstar
1h 35mSYD-MEL
€163
21/12Sat
direct
1h 30mMEL-SYD
21/1Tue
multi-stop
7h 05mSYD-MEL
€250
19/12Thu
directVirgin Australia
1h 25mMEL-SYD
19/12Thu
directVirgin Australia
1h 35mSYD-MEL
€257
23/12Mon
directQantas Airways
1h 25mMEL-SYD
20/1Mon
multi-stopQantas Airways
3h 40mSYD-MEL
€268
23/12Mon
directQantas Airways
1h 25mMEL-SYD
23/1Thu
multi-stopQantas Airways
3h 40mSYD-MEL
€271
21/12Sat
direct
1h 30mMEL-SYD
22/1Wed
multi-stop
7h 05mSYD-MEL
€276
20/12Fri
multi-stopVirgin Australia
4h 10mMEL-SYD
22/12Sun
directVirgin Australia
1h 35mSYD-MEL
€411
19/12Thu
multi-stopRex
9h 15mMEL-SYD
27/12Fri
multi-stopRex
13h 05mSYD-MEL
€596
19/12Thu
multi-stopRex
9h 15mMEL-SYD
20/12Fri
multi-stopRex
9h 05mSYD-MEL
€650

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