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$54+ Cheap flights from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL)

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 9/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MEL
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sat 8/2
Sat 8/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne are usually found in February or May, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Friday

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 July 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$107
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$54
(Jetstar)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$130

Good round-trip deal

$143 or less

Good one-way deal

$89 or less
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2025.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/912:10 pmSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Tue 9/163:00 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 7/26$107
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2810:30 amSYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Mon 9/16:30 pmMEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/28$175

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

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Melbourne

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SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/9

12:10 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 9/16

3:00 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$107

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/23

8:00 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 11/29

11:50 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$169

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/28

10:30 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 9/1

6:30 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$175

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/24

6:30 am-8:10 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$54

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/16

7:00 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$88

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 8/22

8:45 pm-8:25 am

1 stop11h 40m

$121

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/5

7:00 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$122

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Deals found on 7/28

Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport

How far ahead should I 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 July 25, 2025.

Booking 30 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 SYD to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day 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 July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney to Melbourne. 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 July 28, 2025.

The most flights from SYD to MEL are scheduled on a Friday (324 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (176 on average).

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 July 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport, such as Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
883 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SYD - LAX

Overall, it was excellent experience, but flight delayed around 55 Mints
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
883 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
883 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SYD - LAX

Overall, it was excellent experience, but flight delayed around 55 Mints
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
411 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
883 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SYD - LAX

Overall, it was excellent experience, but flight delayed around 55 Mints
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
459 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
883 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SYD - LAX

Overall, it was excellent experience, but flight delayed around 55 Mints

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 260 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 3 different airlines.

  • 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 $107. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Virgin Australia. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Melbourne Airport for 16% 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 $54. Virgin Australia flights start at $96 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $122 one-way.

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

    Consider Etihad Airways (87%), ANA (84%) or United Airlines (83%) 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 $428, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $60. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $58 for that flight.

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Melbourne?

    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.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 3 airlines flying from Sydney to Melbourne

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Melbourne. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$67Average$121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$112Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$192Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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