Cheap flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport 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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne are usually found in August or May, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday 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 23 December 2024.
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to MelbourneExplore 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 23 December 2024.
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 23 December 2024.
Find flights from Sydney to Melbourne within your budget
Customise 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 23 December 2024.
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Depart
Return
Price
SydneyMelbourne
SYD - MEL
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 11/2
10:55-12:30
Nonstop1h 35m
Melbourne
Wed 12/2
07:00-08:35
Nonstop1h 35m
SydneyMelbourne
SYD - MEL
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 8/1
06:00-07:35
Nonstop1h 35m
Melbourne
Fri 10/1
18:30-19:55
Nonstop1h 25m
SydneyMelbourne
SYD - MEL
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 19/1
06:00-07:35
Nonstop1h 35m
Melbourne
Sat 25/1
06:00-07:25
Nonstop1h 25m
SydneyMelbourne
SYD - MEL
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 11/1
22:00-23:30
Nonstop1h 30m
Melbourne
Sat 18/1
06:30-07:55
Nonstop1h 25m
SydneyMelbourne
SYD - MEL
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 10/1
18:55-08:00
1 stop13h 05m
Melbourne
Tue 14/1
12:50-18:15
1 stop5h 25m
SydneyMelbourne
SYD - MEL
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 9/1
06:00-07:35
Nonstop1h 35m
SydneyMelbourne
SYD - MEL
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 8/1
06:00-07:35
Nonstop1h 35m
SydneyMelbourne
SYD - MEL
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 2/2
06:00-07:35
Nonstop1h 35m
SydneyMelbourne
SYD - MEL
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 2/1
08:45-17:50
1 stop9h 05m
Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne
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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to Melbourne
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sydney to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 20 December 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 31 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (average of £1,121). Flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,692). 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 23 December 2024.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 13% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday 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 23 December 2024.
The most flights from SYD to MEL are scheduled on a Friday (256 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (145 on average).
Rainfall in Melbourne by month
Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.
Temperature in Melbourne by month
Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).
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 23 December 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Rex and Jetstar from Sydney to Melbourne have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Food
Crew
Entertainment
Boarding
Overall
Comfort
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Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
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Crew
Entertainment
Boarding
Overall
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Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Food
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Overall
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Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
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Top 4 airlines flying from Sydney to Melbourne
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