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Flight deals from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sydney

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sydney Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £94. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Sydney.£47 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 8 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From £47, select.

Sydney.£47 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From £47, select.

Sydney.£47 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Apr.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 28 Apr, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From £47, select.

Sydney.£47 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From £47, select.

Sydney.£47 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From £47, select.

Sydney.£48 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 18 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From £48, select.

Sydney.£48 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From £48, select.

Sydney.£48 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From £48, select.

Sydney.£48 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 22 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From £48, select.

Sydney.£48 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From £48, select.

Sydney.£48 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Mar.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 23 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From £48, select.

Sydney.£63 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 1 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From £63, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Melbourne Tullamarine to Sydney: Alternative routes

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Melbourne to Sydney: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£47
Cheapest month to fly	February
Average flight time	1 hr, 27 mins
Most popular airline	IndiGo
Average flights per week	2,191

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sydney?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sydney is £93. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sydney?

1 hour and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sydney.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sydney?

IndiGo, Qantas and Virgin Australia fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sydney.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sydney?

As of September 2026, there are 2,191 flights per week flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sydney.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sydney?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Sydney is usually February.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sydney Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sydney Airport on Tuesday, 9 February 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sydney Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 27 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Sydney?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sydney but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Sydney?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sydney with?

Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Sydney Airport (SYD): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sydney Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Melbourne and Sydney share the UTC+11 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
You can choose from 473 weekly Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sydney Airport flights. The 05:15 departure with Virgin Australia Regional is the earliest flight you can take. Qantas operates the latest service of the day at 21:00.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to SYD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sydney Airport, so jetting off to Sydney (and then exploring more of Australia!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to travel with Qantas on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating MEL to SYD flights is Qantas. Its services arrive without delay 66.35% of the time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sydney Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between MEL and SYD include:
- Canberra Airport
- Launceston Airport
- Merimbula Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Sydney Airport (SYD)

Right now, £47 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sydney Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £93. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from MEL to SYD by booking ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sydney Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MEL to SYD.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sydney Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

63% of flights taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kms (15 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sydney Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to MEL:

Arriving at Sydney Airport (SYD)

The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sydney Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sydney Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and explore beyond Sydney's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Sydney Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.

When to fly to Sydney Airport (SYD)

July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sydney Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Sydney in March.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sydney Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 32ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to SYD in July. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC then.

Explore more of Australia

You've done Sydney, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Journey about 241 kms (150 miles) south-west to Canberra to tick off its must-visit sights. From National Gallery of Australia to National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 121 kms (75 miles) north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another favourite stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Merewether Beach, Nobbys Beach and Newcastle Beach.