MEL - SYD

C$ 71 Find Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Sydney

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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
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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 round-trip 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 round-trip flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to Sydney.
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Jetstar Logo
8:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.MEL-SYD
1h 30mdirect
Jetstar Logo
12:40 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
C$ 140Jetstar
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qua, 7 mai - qua, 7 mai
Jetstar Logo
7:15 p.m. - 8:40 p.m.MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
5:40 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
C$ 141Jetstar
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qua, 7 mai - sáb, 10 mai
Virgin Australia Logo
7:30 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
7:30 a.m. - 9:05 a.m.SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
C$ 226Virgin Australia
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sex, 30 mai - qui, 5 jun
Virgin Australia Logo
3:00 p.m. - 4:25 p.m.MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
7:15 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
C$ 227Virgin Australia
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ter, 27 mai - sex, 30 mai
Qantas Airways Logo
7:00 a.m. - 8:25 a.m.MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
11:00 a.m. - 12:35 p.m.SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
C$ 298Qantas Airways
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sáb, 5 jul - sáb, 5 jul
Qantas Airways Logo
7:00 a.m. - 8:25 a.m.MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
11:00 a.m. - 12:35 p.m.SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
C$ 299Qantas Airways
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sáb, 5 jul - sáb, 5 jul
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8:20 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.MEL-SYD
4h 30m1 stop
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8:15 a.m. - 9:55 a.m.SYD-MEL
1h 40mdirect
C$ 406
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sáb, 10 mai - seg, 12 mai
Rex Logo
12:20 p.m. - 7:40 a.m.MEL-SYD
19h 20m1 stop
Rex Logo
6:55 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.SYD-MEL
19h 35m1 stop
C$ 644Rex
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sex, 30 mai - seg, 2 jun
Rex Logo
12:20 p.m. - 7:40 a.m.MEL-SYD
19h 20m1 stop
Rex Logo
9:05 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.SYD-MEL
4h 50m1 stop
C$ 656Rex
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sex, 30 mai - qua, 4 jun
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8:20 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.MEL-SYD
4h 30m1 stop
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7:45 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
C$ 1,295
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sáb, 10 mai - seg, 12 mai

Expert advice for your flight from Melbourne to Sydney

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Air Canada

Air Canada's Preferred Economy offers up to 10 cm extra legroom, ideal for comfort seekers.


Air Canada provides priority boarding for Premium Economy, ensuring a smooth start to your journey.

Read more about Air Canadaby Stefanie Waldek
Qantas Airways

Qantas domestic flights offer Wi-Fi on select flights, enhancing productivity during short trips.


Qantas frequent flyers enjoy lounge access with Oneworld partners, ideal for business travelers.

United Airlines

United offers Priority Boarding for Zone 2, ensuring overhead bin space for carry-ons.


United's Economy Plus seats provide up to 15 cm more legroom, enhancing comfort on short flights.

Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Air Canada and United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on Qantas Airways

Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Sydney flights

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’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Melbourne to Sydney, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Wednesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Sydney, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Thursday is the most expensive.

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 February, where tickets cost C$ 143 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 212 and C$ 204 respectively.

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

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 203 on average.

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

February

High season

December

Cheapest flight

C$ 71
Best time to beat the crowds (19% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (21% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne to Sydney

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 round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips 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.

Flights from Melbourne to Sydney: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Melbourne to Sydney 
MarkFlew with Qantas AirwaysMEL-SYDOct 2024
Allow for cancellations and delays in your scheduled.
SimonFlew with Qantas AirwaysMEL-SYDMay 2024
Avoid the sunny side of the aircraft as the morning/evening glare can be harsh. Take your own iPad with movies. Have a charge cable handy to recharge your devices.
SamFlew with Qantas AirwaysMEL-SYDApr 2024
Check for delays, Qantas have a trusted reputation of delayed flights.

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 C$ 51 for a one-way ticket and C$ 101 for a round-trip.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne to Sydney?

    On your way to Sydney, you’ll fly out from Melbourne. You’ll be landing at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

  • 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.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to Sydney, Virgin Australia or Jetstar?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Sydney are Virgin Australia and Jetstar. With an average price for the route of C$ 231 and an overall rating of 7.5, Virgin Australia is the most popular choice. Jetstar is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 158 and an overall rating of 6.6.

  • 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 round-trip 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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 143 or less one-way and C$ 336 or less round-trip.
  • 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.
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Prefer to fly direct from Melbourne to Sydney?

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 India, +21 more

ANA,Air Canada, +22 more

Tuesday

ANA,Air Canada,Air India, +20 more

ANA,Air Canada, +21 more

Wednesday

ANA,Air Canada,Air India, +20 more

ANA,Air Canada, +21 more

Thursday

ANA,Air Canada,Air India, +20 more

ANA,Air Canada, +21 more

Friday

ANA,Air Canada,Air India, +20 more

ANA,Air Canada, +21 more

Saturday

ANA,Air Canada,Air India, +20 more

ANA,Air Canada, +21 more

Sunday

ANA,Air Canada,Air India, +20 more

ANA,Air Canada, +21 more

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Direct returns

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne

Monday

ANA,Air Canada,Air India, +20 more

ANA,Air Canada, +21 more

Tuesday

ANA,Air Canada,Air India, +19 more

ANA,Air Canada, +20 more

Wednesday

ANA,Air Canada,Air India, +20 more

ANA,Air Canada, +21 more

Thursday

ANA,Air Canada,Air India, +20 more

ANA,Air Canada, +21 more

Friday

ANA,Air Canada,Air India, +21 more

ANA,Air Canada, +22 more

Saturday

ANA,Air Canada,Air India, +19 more

ANA,Air Canada, +20 more

Sunday

ANA,Air Canada,Air India, +21 more

ANA,Air Canada, +22 more

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Top airlines flying from Melbourne to Sydney

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Melbourne to Sydney. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Melbourne to Sydney? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
Virgin AustraliaOverall score based on 398 reviews
7.5Comfort
7.7Boarding
6.4Entertainment
8.2Crew
6.4Food
Airline reviews

Gluten free options less explicit on business class, but great service

10.0 ExcellentLauren, Apr 2025SYD - ZQN
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Gluten free options less explicit on business class, but great service

Very good… seems the virgin staff particularly in the lounge and in flight exceeded expectations.

I liked everything about the experience but would have liked some free snacks!

Crew was great but flight was delayed almost three hours due to a technical issue and we had to go back to the terminal and wait for another one.

Being told why we delayed three hours and not even given an apology by someone. Not a word. Not my airline of choice ever.

Checked Baggage line up was long but moved quickly, rest of the process, boarding, crew was excellent

Virgin has always provided a smooth and comfortable flight. This one was no different. Seats are comfortable. Staff are great. This is my favourite airline.

Virgin changed the flight to an Alliance flight. Smaller plane, tea coffee and water the only refreshments available and not sure what happened to the extra money I paid to sit in a selected seat with extra leg room. This is obviously a regular switch as it happened on our flight there and back. Do not recommend.

Late boarding, late departure due to weather and slow boarding, packed 5+hour flight, only 2 toilets for main cabin, tight leg room, no free food except tea, coffee, and water, arrived 75 minutes late.

Cramped, crowded flight, with no complimentary food except coffee, tea, or water.

Overall, it was good. The only concern was that I couldn't charge my phone because the USB port didn't work after we took off. One of the crew members tried to restart it but never came back to me with an update.

Comfortable seats, boarding was easy and staff were very nice.

Flight was fine but a domestic flight was called by Jetstar international. This meant going through immigration and custom scanning twice. Long queues were experienced which were frustrating. We were using a wheelchair and exit at Perth needed a scissor lift as no air bridge provided. No fast lane at Perth for wheelchair. The staff were helpful but this system is poor.

The crew were great. The seat was older than an old Holden with a big metal bar sticking right into my back. The passenger next to me complained that hers was the same. The pre purchase system for food was disappointing as the pie/quiche took 20 mins to warm up, arrived too hot and with no utensils. It was one of the most uncomfortable flights I've ever been on.

Not very good, no food and not drink ( caffe or tea). Never ever fly with jet star.

Fabulous I have no issues with JetStar great service always use them to fly

Flight was as expected - we got what we paid for which was a base fare

Hardly we had overweight and we were asked to pay $75. We were checked by a female and weight was alright

Unaware of charge for carry on until i got to gate

I got what I paid for - flight was clean, staff were friendly

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