Cheap flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport from C$ 87
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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MEL
24 Sep — 1 Oct1
Round-trip
1 adult
Economy
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne are usually found in February or May, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Saturday
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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 25 August 2026.
Wed 7/106:30 a.m. -
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Wed 7/106:50 p.m. -
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Deal found 21/8C$ 173
Thu 3/96:00 a.m. -
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Sun 6/96:45 a.m. -
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Deal found 25/8C$ 183
Sat 10/106:35 p.m. -
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Tue 13/107:15 p.m. -
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Deal found 20/8C$ 185
Wed 2/96:00 a.m. -
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Wed 2/97:05 p.m. -
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Deal found 25/8C$ 192
Wed 7/107:45 p.m. -
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Sun 11/106:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 22/8C$ 196
Tue 8/97:00 a.m. -
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Tue 8/98:15 p.m. -
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Deal found 23/8C$ 198
Tue 6/107:00 a.m. -
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Tue 13/106:55 p.m. -
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Deal found 22/8C$ 202
Thu 22/106:00 a.m. -
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Thu 22/108:15 p.m. -
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Deal found 23/8C$ 206
Best flights from Sydney to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 25 August 2026.
Thu 28/19:30 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 35m
Sun 31/17:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 20/8C$ 207
Tue 5/16:00 a.m. -
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Sat 9/110:10 a.m. -
1 stop5h 10m
Deal found 23/8C$ 350
Fri 12/26:45 a.m. -
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Sun 14/27:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 22/8C$ 209
Mon 15/29:30 p.m. -
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Fri 19/27:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 24/8C$ 209
Wed 30/126:00 a.m. -
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Mon 4/14:00 p.m. -
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Deal found 20/8C$ 254
Sat 6/27:25 a.m. -
1 stop5h 25m
Sat 13/27:30 a.m. -
1 stop5h 25m
Deal found 20/8C$ 397
Tue 12/112:20 p.m. -
1 stop4h 30m
Fri 15/17:15 a.m. -
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Deal found 24/8C$ 382
Sat 26/1210:00 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 35m
Mon 28/127:05 a.m. -
1 stop3h 30m
Deal found 23/8C$ 521
Sat 2/18:00 a.m. -
1 stop5h 45m
Tue 5/15:45 p.m. -
1 stop4h 40m
Deal found 24/8C$ 597
Mon 28/94:35 p.m. -
1 stop3h 15m
Tue 29/97:50 p.m. -
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Deal found 24/8C$ 622
Mon 4/18:05 a.m. -
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Wed 6/15:45 p.m. -
1 stop4h 40m
Deal found 23/8C$ 642
Thu 22/107:05 a.m. -
1 stop3h 10m
Sat 24/103:40 p.m. -
1 stop5h 25m
Deal found 20/8C$ 665
Direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne
Explore direct flight options from Sydney to Melbourne based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 25 August 2026.
Wed 7/106:30 a.m. -
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Wed 7/106:50 p.m. -
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Deal found 21/8C$ 173
Sat 10/106:35 p.m. -
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Tue 13/107:15 p.m. -
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Deal found 20/8C$ 185
Wed 7/106:00 a.m. -
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Sun 11/106:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 23/8C$ 192
Tue 8/97:00 a.m. -
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Tue 8/98:15 p.m. -
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Deal found 23/8C$ 198
Tue 6/107:00 a.m. -
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Tue 13/106:55 p.m. -
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Deal found 22/8C$ 202
Thu 22/106:00 a.m. -
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Thu 22/108:15 p.m. -
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Deal found 23/8C$ 206
Sat 6/25:00 p.m. -
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Tue 9/210:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 20/8C$ 207
Sat 9/17:30 a.m. -
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Thu 14/14:00 p.m. -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 22/8C$ 209
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Melbourne. Data last updated 25 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
Sun 30/86:00 a.m. -
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Fri 25/98:50 p.m. -
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Deal found 20/8C$ 224
Sun 30/87:00 a.m. -
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Mon 31/88:15 p.m. -
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Deal found 21/8C$ 254
Sun 30/87:00 a.m. -
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Tue 15/98:30 p.m. -
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Deal found 22/8C$ 325
Tue 1/96:00 a.m. -
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Tue 1/98:50 p.m. -
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Deal found 20/8C$ 216
Tue 1/97:15 a.m. -
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Mon 7/97:00 p.m. -
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Deal found 20/8C$ 301
Wed 2/96:00 a.m. -
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Wed 2/97:05 p.m. -
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Deal found 24/8C$ 192
Wed 2/96:00 a.m. -
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Sun 13/98:50 p.m. -
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Deal found 20/8C$ 299
Thu 3/96:00 a.m. -
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Sun 6/96:45 a.m. -
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Deal found 24/8C$ 183
Fri 4/96:00 a.m. -
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Mon 7/96:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 20/8C$ 214
Fri 4/97:00 a.m. -
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Mon 7/98:30 p.m. -
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Deal found 23/8C$ 289
Fri 4/96:30 a.m. -
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Sun 6/98:30 a.m. -
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Deal found 21/8C$ 311
One-way flights from Sydney to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 25 August 2026.
Tue 8/97:00 a.m. -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 24/8C$ 87
Sun 20/97:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 21/8C$ 88
Thu 3/94:45 p.m. -
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Deal found 24/8C$ 97
Wed 2/96:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 25/8C$ 98
Sun 14/28:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 20/8C$ 104
Thu 7/17:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 24/8C$ 105
Sun 6/97:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 22/8C$ 106
Wed 17/210:50 a.m. -
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Deal found 23/8C$ 108
Wed 9/96:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 24/8C$ 109
Sat 28/117:00 p.m. -
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Deal found 20/8C$ 113
Find 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 25 August 2026.
Customize 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 25 August 2026.
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Price
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SydneyMelbourne
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MEL Melbourne
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 28/1
9:30 p.m.-11:05 p.m.
Nonstop1h 35m
Melbourne
Sun 31/1
7:00 a.m.-8:25 a.m.
Nonstop1h 25m
C$ 207
SydneyMelbourne
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MEL Melbourne
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 12/2
6:45 a.m.-8:20 a.m.
Nonstop1h 35m
Melbourne
Sun 14/2
7:00 a.m.-8:25 a.m.
Nonstop1h 25m
C$ 209
SydneyMelbourne
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MEL Melbourne
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 15/2
9:30 p.m.-11:05 p.m.
Nonstop1h 35m
Melbourne
Fri 19/2
7:00 a.m.-8:25 a.m.
Nonstop1h 25m
C$ 209
SydneyMelbourne
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MEL Melbourne
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 30/12
6:00 a.m.-7:35 a.m.
Nonstop1h 35m
Melbourne
Mon 4/1
4:00 p.m.-5:25 p.m.
Nonstop1h 25m
C$ 254
SydneyMelbourne
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MEL Melbourne
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 5/1
6:00 a.m.-7:35 a.m.
Nonstop1h 35m
Melbourne
Sat 9/1
10:10 a.m.-3:20 p.m.
1 stop5h 10m
C$ 350
SydneyMelbourne
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MEL Melbourne
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 12/1
12:20 p.m.-4:50 p.m.
1 stop4h 30m
Melbourne
Fri 15/1
7:15 a.m.-8:40 a.m.
Nonstop1h 25m
C$ 382
SydneyMelbourne
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MEL Melbourne
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 6/2
7:25 a.m.-12:50 p.m.
1 stop5h 25m
Melbourne
Sat 13/2
7:30 a.m.-12:55 p.m.
1 stop5h 25m
C$ 397
SydneyMelbourne
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MEL Melbourne
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 26/12
10:00 p.m.-11:35 p.m.
Nonstop1h 35m
Melbourne
Mon 28/12
7:05 a.m.-10:35 a.m.
1 stop3h 30m
C$ 521
SydneyMelbourne
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MEL Melbourne
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 2/1
8:00 a.m.-1:45 p.m.
1 stop5h 45m
Melbourne
Tue 5/1
5:45 p.m.-10:25 p.m.
1 stop4h 40m
C$ 597
SydneyMelbourne
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MEL Melbourne
SYDMEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 28/9
4:35 p.m.-7:50 p.m.
1 stop3h 15m
Melbourne
Tue 29/9
7:50 p.m.-9:15 p.m.
Nonstop1h 25m
C$ 622
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?
The best time to book flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is 68 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (average of C$ 194). Flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 248). 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 25 August 2026.
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 evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 56% on airfare.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Sydney to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between C$ 156 and C$ 276 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 173 on Jetstar (7 Oct-7 Oct).
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 25 August 2026.
The most flights from SYD to MEL are scheduled on a Friday (274 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (133 on average).
How often are flights from Sydney to Melbourne delayed?
About 19% of weekly flights between Sydney and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 93 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Melbourne flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Melbourne flights?
Over the past year, Qantas Airways has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.
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 25 August 2026.
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.
Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Related info for your journey
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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 207 flights from Kingsford Smith to Melbourne per day from 2 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?
Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways can get you from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in just under 1h 35m. 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$ 105 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at C$ 161. Jetstar is 51% 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: ANA (87%), China Southern (79%), Air India( 79%).
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$ 307, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 91. The most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Melbourne), is priced around C$ 80.
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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (average of C$ 194). Flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 248). 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.
Explore flights to Melbourne departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 25 August 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 25 August 2026.
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