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Cheap flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport from C$ 75

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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MEL
11 Oct — 18 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 Sunday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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 11 September 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 157

One-way from

C$ 75

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 176

Good round-trip deal

C$ 260 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 138 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 18/10-28/10
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Sydney to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 16/9
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 40m total
  • Sydney to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (C$ 43 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 11 September 2025.

Sat 18/104:40 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Tue 28/108:50 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 10/9C$ 157
Wed 15/106:55 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Wed 15/106:55 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 11/9C$ 164
Tue 16/97:00 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Tue 16/98:50 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 11/9C$ 168
Mon 22/96:00 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Thu 25/96:45 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 10/9C$ 175
Thu 16/106:50 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Mon 20/108:15 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 9/9C$ 183
Mon 15/126:30 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Thu 15/18:20 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 10/9C$ 186
Tue 7/106:00 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Thu 9/106:00 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 9/9C$ 190
Mon 15/96:20 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Wed 15/107:30 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 10/9C$ 191
Fri 17/106:20 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 19/106:45 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 10/9C$ 202
Wed 24/96:00 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Mon 13/108:15 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 11/9C$ 204
Sun 19/106:55 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Fri 24/106:45 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/9C$ 209
Wed 29/106:00 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/106:30 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9C$ 211

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Sydney

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/10

6:00 a.m.-7:40 a.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 22/10

1:55 p.m.-3:20 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 157

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 22/9

6:00 a.m.-7:40 a.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

6:45 a.m.-8:15 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 175

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/12

6:30 a.m.-8:05 a.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

8:20 p.m.-9:50 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 186

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 15/1

6:30 a.m.-8:05 a.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

8:20 p.m.-9:50 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 186

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/11

7:00 a.m.-8:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 8/11

6:55 p.m.-8:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 215

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/12

6:30 a.m.-8:05 a.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 20/12

6:00 a.m.-7:30 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 224

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/10

6:30 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 18/10

7:15 p.m.-8:40 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 224

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/10

6:00 a.m.-7:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 2/11

5:45 a.m.-7:15 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 263

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 29/9

6:00 a.m.-7:40 a.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 3/10

6:45 a.m.-8:05 a.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 309

SydneyMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/10

12:40 p.m.-2:15 p.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

7:45 p.m.-9:10 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 351

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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 29 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is 30 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (average of C$ 1,283). Flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,770). 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 11 September 2025.

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 in the evening could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

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 7 September 2025.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

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 11 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Sydney to Melbourne Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

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?

    If you book a flight to Melbourne from Sydney, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith, which is the city’s only airport. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is located 7.5 km from the centre of Sydney. There are 260 flights from Kingsford Smith to Melbourne per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

    Jetstar can get you from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in just under 1h 40m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 705 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 104 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at C$ 157. Jetstar is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Before booking your flight to Melbourne Airport from Sydney, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: British Airways (82%), China Southern (80%), IndiGo( 80%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport? While on average our users pay C$ 296, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 107. The most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Melbourne), is priced around C$ 80.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (average of C$ 1,283). Flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,770). 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 2 airlines flying from Sydney to Melbourne

Discover the top 2 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 11 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapestC$ 104AverageC$ 158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapestC$ 157AverageC$ 284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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