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Cheap flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport from C$ 71

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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SYD — MEL
2 May — 9 May1
1 adult
Thu 2/5
Thu 9/5

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne are usually found in August or May, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday 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 27 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

C$ 1,761

One-way from

C$ 157
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

Users have found that leaving on a Monday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 80% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport at least 59 days early can save you up to 47% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 59 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport for as little as C$ 205 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as C$ 279 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

Our data shows that August tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport from Sydney. Users have commonly found prices around C$ 200 for the month, but tickets can be as low as C$ 98. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (SYD - MEL)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 27% on airfare.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Sydney to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Sydney and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 508,915 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Jetstar flights we've detected travelling from Sydney to Melbourne. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Tue 7/56:00 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Fri 10/56:15 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 141
Sat 11/55:40 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sat 18/58:15 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4C$ 146
Sat 4/56:20 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 5/56:15 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 152
Thu 2/56:55 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Mon 6/58:50 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 156
Mon 10/66:55 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Fri 14/66:00 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 176
Fri 3/56:20 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 5/56:15 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 197

Cheap Rex flights from Sydney to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Rex for the route between Sydney and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 508,915 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Rex flights travelling from Sydney to Melbourne. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Wed 15/54:45 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Wed 22/54:00 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 26/4C$ 214
Wed 3/78:00 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Wed 10/78:50 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 26/4C$ 216
Mon 13/55:30 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Thu 16/54:00 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 26/4C$ 238
Thu 30/54:45 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Mon 3/67:00 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 26/4C$ 239
Tue 7/59:25 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Mon 13/54:00 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 26/4C$ 250
Sun 13/107:00 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Mon 14/107:00 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 26/4C$ 261
Fri 14/67:00 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Mon 17/68:00 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 26/4C$ 683

Cheap Sydney to Melbourne flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Sydney to Melbourne specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 508,915 searches. Prices were last updated on 27 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Sydney to Melbourne in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 30/49:45 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Wed 1/58:15 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 141
Tue 30/44:05 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Wed 1/58:50 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/4C$ 142
Sat 11/55:40 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sat 18/58:15 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4C$ 146
Sat 4/56:20 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 5/56:15 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 152
Thu 2/56:55 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Mon 6/58:50 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 156
Sat 27/44:05 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Wed 1/58:50 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 172
Mon 29/46:20 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Wed 1/58:50 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/4C$ 184
Fri 3/56:20 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 5/56:15 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 197
Mon 29/47:55 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Thu 2/57:30 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 202

Sydney to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Sydney and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 508,915 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Sydney to Melbourne in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 30/49:45 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Wed 1/58:15 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 141
Tue 30/44:05 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Wed 1/58:50 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/4C$ 142
Sat 11/55:40 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sat 18/58:15 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4C$ 146
Sat 4/56:20 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 5/56:15 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 152
Thu 2/56:55 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Mon 6/58:50 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 156
Sun 4/86:55 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Tue 6/83:25 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 160
Sat 27/44:05 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Wed 1/58:50 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 172
Mon 10/66:55 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Fri 14/66:00 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 176
Tue 29/107:00 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Tue 5/116:00 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/4C$ 178

Direct flights to Melbourne from Sydney

Discover non-stop flight options from Sydney to Melbourne. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 508,915 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
For a quicker trip, book one of these direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne. Search for alternative flights from Sydney to Melbourne by utilizing the search form above.
Tue 7/56:00 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Fri 10/56:15 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 141
Sat 11/55:40 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sat 18/58:15 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4C$ 146
Mon 10/66:55 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Fri 14/66:00 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 176
Wed 15/54:45 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Wed 22/54:00 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 26/4C$ 214
Wed 3/74:45 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Thu 11/74:00 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 26/4C$ 216
Tue 4/67:00 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Wed 5/68:00 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4C$ 235
Mon 13/55:30 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Thu 16/54:00 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 26/4C$ 238
Thu 30/54:45 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Mon 3/67:00 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 26/4C$ 239
Tue 7/59:25 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Mon 13/54:00 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mRex
Deal found 26/4C$ 250

Sydney to Melbourne flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Sydney to Melbourne for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 508,915 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Sydney to Melbourne. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Sat 4/56:20 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 5/56:15 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 152
Thu 2/56:55 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Mon 6/58:50 p.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 156
Fri 3/56:20 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Sun 5/56:15 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 197
Mon 6/57:30 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 9/56:30 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/4C$ 260
Fri 3/57:15 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Tue 7/511:10 a.m.MEL - SYD
1 stop4h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/4C$ 415
Mon 6/52:45 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mQantas Airways
Thu 9/57:00 a.m.MEL - SYD
1 stop3h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/4C$ 534
Thu 2/57:15 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mVirgin Australia
Mon 6/56:05 a.m.MEL - SYD
1 stop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/4C$ 568
Fri 3/57:00 p.m.SYD - MEL
1 stop4h 50mVirgin Australia
Sun 5/57:00 a.m.MEL - SYD
Nonstop1h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/4C$ 570
Thu 2/58:50 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mQantas Airways
Mon 6/56:05 a.m.MEL - SYD
1 stop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/4C$ 604

One-way flights to Melbourne from Sydney

Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 508,915 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Sydney to Melbourne. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Sydney to Melbourne instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 1/52:40 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 71
Tue 10/96:55 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 72
Sat 11/56:20 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 75
Sat 4/55:00 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 81
Fri 10/56:00 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 89
Mon 6/56:20 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 101
Wed 15/54:45 p.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 35mRex
Deal found 26/4C$ 108
Fri 3/56:55 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 113
Sun 5/56:00 a.m.SYD - MEL
Nonstop1h 40mJetstar
Deal found 26/4C$ 126

Find flights from Sydney to Melbourne within your budget

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 508,915 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.

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Any airport

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Any airport

Budget

C$ 141 - C$ 294

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Depart

Return

Price

Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/5

Nonstop1h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 10/5

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 141

Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/5

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 18/5

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 146

Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/6

Nonstop1h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 14/6

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 176

Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/5

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 22/5

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 214

Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/7

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 10/7

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 216

Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/6

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 5/6

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 235

Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 13/5

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 16/5

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 238

Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/9

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 13/9

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 251

Sydney Kingsford SmithMelbourne

SYD - MEL

SYDMEL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/9

Nonstop1h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 22/9

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 294

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Deals found on 26/4

When is the best time to 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 28 January 2024.
The best time to book flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is 74 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.
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When is the cheapest time 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 21 April 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Sydney to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Sydney to Melbourne is currently C$ 93 while a round-trip flight costs C$ 212. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (average of C$ 1,290). Flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,637). 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.

January

C$ 1,880

February

C$ 1,815

March

C$ 1,762

April

C$ 1,795

May

C$ 1,893

June

C$ 2,000

July

C$ 2,213

August

C$ 1,860

September

C$ 1,897

October

C$ 2,017

November

C$ 1,886

December

C$ 2,236

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °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 27 April 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Jetstar, Rex and Virgin Australia from Sydney to Melbourne have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.8

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

9.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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

Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.8

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

9.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
674 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.8

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

9.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,001 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.8

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

9.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
670 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.8

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

9.2

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 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 236 flights from Kingsford Smith to Melbourne per day from 4 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport for under C$ 200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport for under C$ 200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just C$ 141, but on average you can expect to pay C$ 261.

  • Are there direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport for under C$ 200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 16 direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport under C$ 200. A good price for a direct flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is less than C$ 321.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Sydney to Melbourne Airport for under C$ 200?

    There are currently 12+ open flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport within the next 7 days for less than C$ 200.

  • What days are direct flights available from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

    Direct flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Sydney to Melbourne Airport on average per day?

    66 flight departures from Sydney to Melbourne Airport per day on average.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 3% of flight departures
    Morning (6am - Midday) - 55% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 20% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 23% of flight departures

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

    Jetstar, Rex, and Virgin Australia 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 708 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$ 141 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Rex and Virgin Australia, starting at C$ 214 and C$ 235 round-trip. Jetstar is 29% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 71. Users have also found prices from C$ 108 and C$ 137 on Rex and Virgin Australia, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

    Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia are the most popular airlines when flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport.

  • 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: United Airlines (82%), ANA (82%), Bangkok Airways( 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$ 346, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 98. The most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Melbourne), is priced around C$ 79.

  • What does SYD to MEL mean?

    Great question - SYD to MEL just means Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Sydney to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Sydney to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Sydney to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Sydney to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Sydney to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Sydney to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Sydney to Melbourne Airport flight deals updated?

    The Sydney to Melbourne Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 27/4.

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