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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney from £40

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 14/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SYD
4 Nov — 11 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in August or July, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 2024.

Round-trip from

£81

One-way from

£40

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 26/11-26/11
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Sydney
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/11
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Sydney
High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 17% potential price drop

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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 2024.

Tue 26/1107:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Tue 26/1116:25SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 28/10£81
Tue 24/1220:30MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mVirgin Australia
Tue 31/1209:30SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/10£102
Sat 9/1106:30MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 15/1106:00SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10£175
Mon 30/1206:00MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mQantas Airways
Mon 30/1214:30SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/10£208
Sat 9/1112:20MEL - SYD
1 stop5h 55mRex
Tue 12/1108:45SYD - MEL
1 stop5h 45mRex
Deal found 30/10£354

Find flights from Melbourne to Sydney within your budget

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 1,015,184 searches. Data last updated 30 October 2024.

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MelbourneSydney Kingsford Smith

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Tue 26/11

Nonstop1h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/11

Nonstop1h 40m

£81

MelbourneSydney Kingsford Smith

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Tue 24/12

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 31/12

Nonstop1h 35m

£102

MelbourneSydney Kingsford Smith

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sat 9/11

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/11

Nonstop1h 35m

£175

MelbourneSydney Kingsford Smith

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Mon 30/12

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 30/12

Nonstop1h 35m

£208

MelbourneSydney Kingsford Smith

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Wed 26/3

1 stop5h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 30/3

1 stop3h 35m

£356

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Deals found on 28/10

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Sydney

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Sydney

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Sydney including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 25 October 2024.

Booking 35 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of £998). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of £1,494). 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 2024.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney by exploring options for tickets 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 27 October 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Sydney flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 2024.

The most flights from MEL to SYD are scheduled on a Monday (317 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (144 on average).

Rainfall in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Sydney, such as Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews

Boarding

9.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Food

7.9

Overall

9.4

Reviews

1 / 2

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

9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews
9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews

Boarding

9.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Food

7.9

Overall

9.4

Reviews

1 / 2

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

7.6
Good
496 reviews
9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews

Boarding

9.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Food

7.9

Overall

9.4

Reviews

1 / 2

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

7.6
Good
836 reviews
9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews

Boarding

9.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Food

7.9

Overall

9.4

Reviews

1 / 2

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

6.7
Okay
530 reviews
9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews

Boarding

9.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Food

7.9

Overall

9.4

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

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 4.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Sydney. 4 airlines have flights to Kingsford Smith from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 258 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

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

    Jetstar, at £81, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Sydney.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Jetstar is currently priced 18% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £40. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Sydney for a low price.

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

    Consider Bangkok Airways (87%), ANA (87%) or LATAM Airlines (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne Airport to Sydney is £47. On average you can expect to pay £281. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for £49.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of £998). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of £1,494). 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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JetstarCheapest£52Average£89FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest£89Average£146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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RexCheapest£109Average£157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£130Average£169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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