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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney from C$ 79

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SYD
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in May or June, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 January 2026.

Wed 4/26:00 a.m.
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Wed 4/29:40 a.m.
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1C$ 157
Thu 12/37:05 a.m.
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Thu 19/36:00 a.m.
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1C$ 163
Tue 10/28:50 p.m.
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Fri 13/26:00 a.m.
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1C$ 176
Tue 3/28:25 p.m.
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Sat 7/24:25 p.m.
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1C$ 182
Thu 2/46:00 a.m.
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Mon 6/46:30 a.m.
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1C$ 183
Tue 3/26:10 p.m.
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Tue 3/29:20 p.m.
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1C$ 191
Fri 3/48:50 p.m.
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Sun 12/47:00 a.m.
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1C$ 195
Fri 13/38:25 p.m.
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Fri 20/39:15 p.m.
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1C$ 197
Sat 7/37:05 p.m.
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Wed 11/36:00 a.m.
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1C$ 206
Thu 5/26:00 a.m.
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Sun 8/27:00 a.m.
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1C$ 210
Sat 21/25:25 p.m.
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Sun 22/27:00 a.m.
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 28/1C$ 212
Sat 7/37:05 p.m.
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Mon 9/36:00 a.m.
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1C$ 226

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD). 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 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 157

One-way from

C$ 79

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 189

Good round-trip deal

C$ 318 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 123 or less
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  • 15/4-21/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Sydney
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  • 17/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Sydney
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Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

7:05 a.m.-8:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/3

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

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 163

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

8:50 p.m.-10:15 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/3

5:00 p.m.-6:40 p.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

C$ 176

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

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

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/4

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

Nonstop1h 40m

C$ 195

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

8:25 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/3

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

Nonstop1h 40m

C$ 197

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sat 21/2

5:25 p.m.-6:55 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/2

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

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 212

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

5:30 p.m.-6:55 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 14/5

5:15 p.m.-6:50 p.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 275

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

7:30 a.m.-8:55 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/2

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

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 280

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Fri 27/2

6:15 a.m.-7:45 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/3

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

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 368

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Tue 17/2

9:00 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/2

10:00 p.m.-11:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 369

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

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

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 85

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Sydney

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

Booking 32 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of C$ 48). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 108). 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 MEL to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 January 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 82% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Melbourne to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 24 January 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 28 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney, such as Virgin Australia and Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
513 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Sydney. 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 into for flights to Sydney from Melbourne?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Sydney. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kingsford Smith from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 206 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Sydney airport from Melbourne. It is only a 7.5 km journey from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Sydney’s city centre.

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

    Jetstar can get you from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in just under 1h 25m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Sydney is about 705 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney round-trip from C$ 106. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Virgin Australia. These flights start at 41% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    C$ 51 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from C$ 95 and C$ 154, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney consider choosing Bangkok Airways (88%), LATAM Airlines (82%) or Malaysia Airlines (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 109. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Sydney Kingsford Smith) can be booked for C$ 87 on average, our data indicates C$ 280 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney 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 Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of C$ 48). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 108). 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 Melbourne to Sydney

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapestC$ 106AverageC$ 189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapestC$ 178AverageC$ 333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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