Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney from C$ 88
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SYD
9 Oct — 16 Oct1
Round-trip
1 adult
Economy
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in July or February, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday
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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 9 September 2026.
Tue 20/102:25 p.m. -
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Tue 27/109:15 p.m. -
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Deal found 5/9C$ 176
Wed 7/106:50 p.m. -
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Deal found 7/9C$ 178
Fri 9/106:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 7/9C$ 183
Thu 8/101:55 p.m. -
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Deal found 7/9C$ 185
Wed 7/106:00 a.m. -
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Wed 14/1012:35 p.m. -
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Deal found 9/9C$ 186
Thu 8/102:25 p.m. -
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Thu 15/106:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 7/9C$ 193
Thu 17/96:00 a.m. -
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Sat 19/97:45 p.m. -
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Deal found 6/9C$ 196
Fri 9/106:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 6/9C$ 199
Fri 9/106:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 8/9C$ 201
Best flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 9 September 2026.
Tue 20/102:25 p.m. -
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Tue 27/109:15 p.m. -
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Deal found 5/9C$ 182
Thu 22/109:00 p.m. -
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Mon 26/106:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 7/9C$ 336
Fri 9/106:00 a.m. -
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Fri 9/109:00 p.m. -
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Deal found 9/9C$ 237
Thu 5/119:00 p.m. -
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Mon 9/116:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 9/9C$ 336
Fri 25/98:50 p.m. -
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Sat 26/96:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 8/9C$ 317
Mon 21/99:00 p.m. -
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Fri 25/96:45 p.m. -
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Deal found 8/9C$ 496
Fri 25/99:00 p.m. -
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Mon 28/94:35 p.m. -
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Deal found 6/9C$ 626
Sat 5/128:15 a.m. -
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Deal found 7/9C$ 724
Mon 4/15:45 p.m. -
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Deal found 6/9C$ 733
Sat 31/102:55 p.m. -
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Sun 1/115:05 p.m. -
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Deal found 5/9C$ 841
Direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Sydney based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 9 September 2026.
Tue 20/102:25 p.m. -
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Tue 27/109:15 p.m. -
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Deal found 5/9C$ 176
Wed 7/106:50 p.m. -
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Sun 11/106:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 7/9C$ 178
Fri 9/106:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 7/9C$ 183
Thu 8/101:55 p.m. -
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Sun 11/106:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 7/9C$ 185
Tue 13/108:15 p.m. -
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Sun 25/106:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 8/9C$ 186
Mon 19/108:50 p.m. -
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Mon 26/106:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 4/9C$ 189
Thu 8/102:25 p.m. -
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Deal found 7/9C$ 193
Fri 9/106:45 a.m. -
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Sat 10/104:40 p.m. -
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Deal found 6/9C$ 196
Fri 9/106:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 6/9C$ 199
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney. Data last updated 9 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Tue 15/96:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 6/9C$ 218
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Deal found 8/9C$ 222
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Deal found 6/9C$ 197
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Deal found 6/9C$ 196
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Deal found 9/9C$ 227
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Deal found 8/9C$ 334
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Deal found 5/9C$ 247
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Deal found 7/9C$ 277
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Deal found 8/9C$ 317
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Deal found 7/9C$ 230
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Deal found 7/9C$ 232
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Deal found 8/9C$ 258
One-way flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 9 September 2026.
Tue 22/98:50 p.m. -
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Deal found 7/9C$ 88
Wed 21/102:25 p.m. -
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Deal found 5/9C$ 90
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Deal found 7/9C$ 97
Wed 16/96:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 7/9C$ 98
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Deal found 7/9C$ 99
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Deal found 5/9C$ 102
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Deal found 5/9C$ 108
Fri 9/106:00 a.m. -
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Deal found 5/9C$ 110
Thu 15/108:50 p.m. -
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Deal found 6/9C$ 116
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Deal found 8/9C$ 117
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Deal found 6/9C$ 119
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 9 September 2026.
Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Sydney 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 9 September 2026.
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Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest round-trip
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Thu 12/11
6:45 a.m.-8:15 a.m.
Nonstop1h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 97
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Sat 26/9
6:50 p.m.-8:20 p.m.
Nonstop1h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 99
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Fri 25/9
8:15 p.m.-9:40 p.m.
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 99
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Fri 13/11
8:50 p.m.-10:15 p.m.
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 99
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Thu 1/10
6:45 a.m.-8:15 a.m.
Nonstop1h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 108
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Tue 15/9
8:50 p.m.-10:15 p.m.
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 109
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Mon 5/10
6:45 a.m.-8:15 a.m.
Nonstop1h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 119
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Sat 31/10
8:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Nonstop1h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 134
Quickest round-trip
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Fri 1/1
6:00 a.m.-7:25 a.m.
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 135
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Sun 6/12
7:00 a.m.-8:25 a.m.
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 135
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
Booking 29 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of C$ 188). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 243). 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 9 September 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 89% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Sydney flights typically cost between C$ 168 and C$ 294 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 176 on Jetstar (20 Oct-27 Oct).
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Sydney. 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 9 September 2026.
The most flights from MEL to SYD are scheduled on a Monday (287 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (94 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Sydney delayed?
About 20% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 90 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Sydney flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night 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 Melbourne to Sydney flights?
Over the past year, Qantas Airways has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.
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 9 September 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.
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 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 210 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 and Qantas Airways 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$ 137. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Virgin Australia. These flights start at 35% 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$ 57 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$ 91 and C$ 166, 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 Malaysia Airlines (100%), Japan Airlines (90%) or Bangkok Airways (90%) 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$ 97. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Sydney Kingsford Smith) can be booked for C$ 88 on average, our data indicates C$ 907 when flying from Melbourne Airport 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of C$ 188). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 243). 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 Sydney departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 9 September 2026.
Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Sydney. 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 9 September 2026.
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