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Cheap flights from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL) from $52

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SYD — MEL
May 14 — May 211
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The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne are usually found in August or May, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 May 9, 2024.

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August

Round-trip from

$1,088

One-way from

$102
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

Departing on a Sunday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 32% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 43% by booking at least 56 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Sydney to Melbourne Airport within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $130.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, August can be a great choice for travel to Melbourne Airport. Flights to Melbourne Airport from Sydney in August are about $131 on average during August, but can be found for as low as $69.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (SYD - MEL)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Rex flights from Sydney to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Rex for the route between Sydney and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Rex flights heading from Sydney to Melbourne. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Tue 5/148:00 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Wed 5/158:50 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 5/8$160
Tue 9/178:00 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Thu 9/197:00 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 5/8$161
Thu 5/307:00 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Mon 6/34:00 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 5/9$177
Thu 5/305:30 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Mon 6/35:15 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 5/8$178
Sat 5/187:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Tue 5/214:00 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 5/8$186
Sat 6/15:30 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Sun 6/27:00 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 5/9$193
Fri 6/219:25 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Mon 6/243:00 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 5/8$194
Sat 5/187:00 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Sun 5/197:00 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 5/8$203
Mon 10/287:15 amSYD - MEL
1 stop14h 10mRex
Thu 10/311:30 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 5/8$282

  • Rex is one of the most popular airlines used for those traveling from Sydney to Melbourne Airport. Flights from Rex traveling this route typically cost $201.97 RT. This price is typically 79% more expensive than other airlines that offer Sydney to Melbourne Airport flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $98. Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is the most common Sydney airport to take off from when flying to Melbourne Airport. Melbourne Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Melbourne Airport. When flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport, Rex flights are 17% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Sydney to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Sydney and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Jetstar flights traveling from Sydney to Melbourne. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Tue 5/286:55 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Tue 5/288:50 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/8$104
Thu 5/166:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Sat 5/187:15 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/8$105
Thu 5/166:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Sun 5/196:15 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$108
Wed 5/151:05 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Wed 5/223:25 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/8$111
Wed 5/2912:10 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Thu 5/306:00 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/7$112
Thu 6/66:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Thu 6/137:30 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$113
Fri 5/3112:15 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sat 6/17:15 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/8$120
Sat 6/15:00 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 6/26:15 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$124
Fri 8/236:55 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Wed 8/288:15 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/8$125

  • If you’re traveling from Sydney to Melbourne Airport, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Jetstar. Flights on this route from Jetstar typically cost $212.54 RT, a price that is 49% more expensive than the average Sydney to Melbourne Airport flight. The cheapest flight found was $187 RT. The most popular departure airport in Sydney when flying to Melbourne Airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Melbourne Airport is Melbourne Airport. When flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport, Jetstar flights are 5% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Sydney to Melbourne flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Sydney to Melbourne specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Prices were last updated on May 9, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Sydney to Melbourne in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 5/146:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Tue 5/143:25 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$104
Thu 5/166:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Sat 5/188:15 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$108
Tue 6/186:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Tue 6/252:00 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$112
Thu 6/66:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Thu 6/137:30 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$114
Sat 5/116:30 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Tue 5/148:50 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$118
Sat 6/15:00 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 6/26:15 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$124
Wed 5/227:55 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Fri 5/246:15 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$127
Thu 5/234:30 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Thu 5/306:00 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$128
Thu 5/166:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Fri 5/178:50 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$130

Sydney to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Sydney and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Sydney to Melbourne in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 5/146:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Tue 5/143:25 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$104
Thu 5/166:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Sat 5/188:15 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$108
Wed 7/106:55 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Tue 7/168:15 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$111
Tue 6/186:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Tue 6/252:00 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$112
Thu 6/66:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Thu 6/137:30 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$114
Sat 5/116:30 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 5/126:15 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$118
Sat 6/15:00 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 6/26:15 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$124
Tue 11/511:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/77:00 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$125
Wed 5/227:55 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Fri 5/246:15 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$127

Non-stop flights to Melbourne from Sydney

Discover non-stop flight options from Sydney to Melbourne. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Sydney to Melbourne. Users can also choose from other Sydney to Melbourne flights by using the search form above.
Tue 5/286:55 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Tue 5/288:50 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/8$104
Wed 7/106:55 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Tue 7/168:15 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$111
Tue 6/186:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Tue 6/252:00 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$112
Thu 6/66:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Thu 6/137:30 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$114
Sat 6/15:00 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 6/26:15 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$124
Tue 11/511:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/77:00 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$125
Wed 5/227:55 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Fri 5/246:15 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$127
Thu 5/234:30 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Thu 5/306:00 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$128
Thu 5/234:05 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 5/266:15 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$131

Sydney to Melbourne flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Sydney to Melbourne for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from Sydney to Melbourne. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Tue 5/146:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Tue 5/143:25 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$104
Thu 5/166:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Sat 5/187:15 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/8$105
Thu 5/166:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Sun 5/196:15 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$108
Wed 5/151:05 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Wed 5/223:25 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/8$111
Fri 5/175:00 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 5/196:15 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/8$127
Thu 5/166:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Fri 5/178:50 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$130
Fri 5/175:00 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Mon 5/203:25 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/8$131
Fri 5/176:20 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 5/196:15 amMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$136
Thu 5/166:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Thu 5/238:15 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/8$137

One-way flights to Melbourne from Sydney

Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Sydney to Melbourne can select one of these great deals. Users can also find round-trip Sydney to Melbourne flights by using the search form above.
Wed 6/55:00 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$52
Thu 5/166:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 5/8$53
Thu 9/198:15 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 5/7$55
Thu 6/66:00 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 5/8$56
Sat 5/186:30 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$60
Mon 8/56:55 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$62
Thu 8/88:00 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/9$63
Thu 8/156:30 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/7$64
Thu 5/232:40 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 5/9$66

Find flights from Sydney to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Melbourne 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 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.

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$104 - $215

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Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/28

Nonstop1h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 5/28

Nonstop1h 30m

$104

Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/30

Nonstop1h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 6/2

Nonstop1h 25m

$105

Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/29

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 5/30

Nonstop1h 25m

$112

Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/6

Nonstop1h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 6/13

Nonstop1h 30m

$113

Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/25

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 8/27

Nonstop1h 30m

$133

Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/31

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 6/7

Nonstop1h 25m

$136

Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 6/6

Nonstop1h 25m

$141

Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/17

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 9/19

Nonstop1h 30m

$161

Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/30

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 6/3

Nonstop1h 25m

$215

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When is the best time to book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sydney to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on May 3, 2024.
Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sydney to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Sydney to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Sydney to Melbourne is currently $59 while a round-trip flight costs $136. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,088). Flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,802). 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.

January

$1,498

February

$1,156

March

$1,088

April

$1,397

May

$1,462

June

$1,570

July

$1,802

August

$1,477

September

$1,476

October

$1,562

November

$1,472

December

$1,698

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

46.4 - 68 °F

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 May 9, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Rex, Jetstar and Virgin Australia from Sydney to Melbourne have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

9.2

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.9

Crew

9.3

Reviews

1 / 2

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

Rex
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

9.2

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.9

Crew

9.3

Reviews

1 / 2

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

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
658 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

9.2

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.9

Crew

9.3

Reviews

1 / 2

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

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
975 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

9.2

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.9

Crew

9.3

Reviews

1 / 2

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

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
648 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

9.2

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.9

Crew

9.3

Reviews

1 / 2

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 Sydney to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Sydney to Melbourne?

    Located just 4.6 mi from the city center, Sydney Kingsford Smith is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Melbourne from Sydney. Booking flights from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 236 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 5 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $104, but on average you can expect to pay $129.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is less than $140.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Sydney to Melbourne Airport for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

    You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Sydney to Melbourne Airport on average per day?

    On average 85 flights depart from Sydney to Melbourne Airport per day.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 13% of flight departures
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 40% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 18% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 29% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

    Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Rex can get you from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in just under 1h 35m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance between Sydney and Melbourne Airport is about 440 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport round-trip from $104. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Australia, from $141, and Rex, from $161. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Melbourne Airport for 20% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $52. Virgin Australia flights start at $63 while deals on Rex start at $79 one-way.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

    Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Singapore Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport.

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

    Consider ANA (90%), China Southern (86%) or Bangkok Airways (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport.

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

    While on average a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is generally $760, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $55. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $58 for that flight.

  • What does SYD to MEL mean?

    Great question - SYD to MEL just means Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Sydney to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Sydney to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Sydney to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Sydney to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Sydney to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Sydney to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Sydney to Melbourne Airport flight deals updated?

    The Sydney to Melbourne Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/9.

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