Find Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Sydney (MEL - SYD)

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Sydney and booking your next trip

Cheapest round-trip flights	$81	Jetstar Nonstop 2 hr Sat, Nov 15 — Sun, Nov 16	The cheapest round-trip flight from Melbourne to Sydney is currently $81
Cheapest one-way flight	$36	Jetstar Nonstop 2 hr Wed, Nov 12	The cheapest one-way flight from Melbourne to Sydney is currently $36
Last-minute weekend getaway	$156	Jetstar Nonstop 2 hr Sat, Oct 18 — Mon, Oct 20	The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Melbourne to Sydney is currently $156
Cheapest business class flights	$488	Virgin Australia Nonstop 2 hr Thu, Nov 13 — Sun, Nov 16	The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Melbourne to Sydney is currently $488

Fastest flight	1 hr 20 min	The fastest nonstop flight from Melbourne to Sydney takes 1 hr 20 min
Nonstop flights	Every day	There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Sydney is typically February. The most expensive month to fly is typically October.

February Cheapest	Typical prices: $65–110
October Most expensive	Typical prices: $95–200

Popular airlines from Melbourne to Sydney

Qantas

Nonstop

from $240

Typical price: $215–255

219 weekly nonstop flights

MEL - SYD Every day

152 weekly connecting flights

MEL - SYD Every day
Virgin Australia

Nonstop

from $161

Typical price: $150–205

170 weekly nonstop flights

MEL - SYD Every day

131 weekly connecting flights

MEL - SYD Every day
Jetstar

Nonstop

from $81

Typical price: $75–155

150 weekly nonstop flights

AVV, MEL - SYD Every day

150 weekly connecting flights

AVV, MEL - SYD Every day
Air New Zealand

21 weekly connecting flights

MEL - SYD Every day
Rex

from $482

Typical price: $460–640

17 weekly connecting flights

MEL - SYD Every day
Fiji Airways

Typical price: $1,050–2,300

13 weekly connecting flights

MEL - SYD Every day

Popular airports near Melbourne

Melbourne Airport (MEL)

Melbourne Australia 27 min 11 mi
Avalon Airport (AVV)

Melbourne Australia 49 min 31 mi
Essendon Fields Airport Terminal (MEB)

Melbourne Australia 27 min 6 mi
Albury Airport (ABX)

Albury Australia 3 hr 28 min 163 mi

Popular airports near Sydney

Sydney Airport (SYD)

Sydney Australia 16 min 5 mi
Canberra Airport (CBR)

Canberra Australia 2 hr 56 min 151 mi
Newcastle Airport (NTL)

Newcastle Australia 2 hr 4 min 83 mi
Shellharbour Airport (WOL)

Wollongong Australia 1 hr 31 min 53 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to Sydney

When are the cheapest days to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?

The cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sydney are usually in February. Typical ticket prices in February range from $65 to $110.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Melbourne to Sydney recently found on Google Flights was with Jetstar from $81. The cheapest one-way flight was with Jetstar from $36.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest Qantas flight from Melbourne to Sydney is $240, flying from Nov 6 to Nov 9.
The cheapest Virgin Australia flight from Melbourne to Sydney is $161, flying from Nov 22 to Nov 23.
The cheapest Jetstar flight from Melbourne to Sydney is $81, flying from Nov 15 to Nov 16.
The cheapest Rex flight from Melbourne to Sydney is $482, flying from Dec 4 to Dec 7.

What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Melbourne to Sydney starts at $81 from Sat, Nov 15 to Sun, Nov 16. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $36 and departs on Wed, Nov 12.

How long does it take to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?

1 hr 20 min is the shortest flight time from Melbourne to Sydney.

When should you fly to Sydney, Australia?

Sydney is temperate and sunny all year, and crowds are highest during summer (Dec–Feb) and during school holidays. Major events that increase hotel demand are the performing-arts–focused Sydney Festival (Jan), the Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras (Feb–Mar), the Sydney Royal Easter Show (dates vary) and the Sydney Film Festival (Jun). Severe thunderstorms are most likely Oct–Mar.

How do I find cheap dates to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?

It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Melbourne to Sydney.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.

What is the best airline to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?

What counts as the best airline for your flights from Melbourne to Sydney really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Melbourne to Sydney.

In terms of nonstop flights, Qantas is the most popular. Qantas offers 219 nonstop flights and 152 connecting flights per week. Qantas flies from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Airport (SYD) .

Other popular airlines flying from Melbourne to Sydney are:

Virgin Australia offers 170 nonstop flights and 131 connecting flights per week. Virgin Australia flies from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Airport (SYD) .
Jetstar offers 150 nonstop flights and 150 connecting flights per week. Jetstar flies from Avalon Airport (AVV) , Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Airport (SYD) .
Air New Zealand offers 21 connecting flights per week. Air New Zealand flies from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Airport (SYD) .
Rex offers 17 connecting flights per week. Rex flies from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Airport (SYD) .
Fiji Airways offers 13 connecting flights per week. Fiji Airways flies from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Airport (SYD) .

The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Melbourne and Sydney.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Melbourne to Sydney recently found on Google Flights was with Jetstar from $81. The cheapest one-way flight was with Jetstar from $36.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest Qantas flight from Melbourne to Sydney is $240, flying from Nov 6 to Nov 9.
The cheapest Virgin Australia flight from Melbourne to Sydney is $161, flying from Nov 22 to Nov 23.
The cheapest Jetstar flight from Melbourne to Sydney is $81, flying from Nov 15 to Nov 16.
The cheapest Rex flight from Melbourne to Sydney is $482, flying from Dec 4 to Dec 7.

Which airlines have direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

Jetstar, Qantas and Virgin Australia fly direct from Melbourne to Sydney.

There are 219 Qantas direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 170 Virgin Australia direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 150 Jetstar direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney per week. Flights are available every day.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Melbourne to Sydney?

The cheapest last-minute deal between Melbourne and Sydney at price $156 is offered by Jetstar from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20.

Which airlines have direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

Jetstar, Qantas and Virgin Australia fly direct from Melbourne to Sydney.

There are 219 Qantas direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 170 Virgin Australia direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 150 Jetstar direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney per week. Flights are available every day.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

When are direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney available?

There are direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney on a daily basis.

What are the cheapest direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Melbourne and Sydney start at $81 from Sat, Nov 15 to Sun, Nov 16 with Jetstar.

How can I find nonstop flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Melbourne to Sydney, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.

What are the cheapest business class flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Melbourne and Sydney start at $488 from Thu, Nov 13 to Sun, Nov 16 with Virgin Australia.

What are the cheapest economy class flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Melbourne and Sydney start at $81 from Sat, Nov 15 to Sun, Nov 16.

How can I book business class trips from Melbourne to Sydney?

To book business class trips from Melbourne to Sydney, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.

Are there any last-minute deals from Melbourne to Sydney next weekend?

The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Melbourne and Sydney starts at $156 from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20 with Jetstar.

Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Melbourne to Sydney?

The cheapest last-minute deal between Melbourne and Sydney at price $156 is offered by Jetstar from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20.

How can I find last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney?

To find last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.