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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Sydney Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £60. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Sydney.£60 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £60, select.

Sydney.£60 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £60, select.

Sydney.£60 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £60, select.

Sydney.£60 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £60, select.

Sydney.£60 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £60, select.

Sydney.£60 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £60, select.

Sydney.£60 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct, returning Thu, 29 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £60, select.

Sydney.£60 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May, returning Wed, 13 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £60, select.

Sydney.£60 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr, returning Wed, 22 Apr.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £60, select.

Sydney.£60 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb, returning Tue, 23 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £60, select.

Sydney.£60 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £60, select.

Sydney.£60 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £60, select.

Sydney.£60 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £60, select.

Sydney.£61 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Tue, 12 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £61, select.

Sydney.£61 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Wed, 16 Dec.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £61, select.

Sydney.£61 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Avalon on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £61, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Sydney

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Melbourne to Sydney: Alternative routes

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Melbourne to Sydney: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£60
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	1 hr, 27 mins
Most popular airline	Qantas
Average flights per week	2,006

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Sydney is £60. 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 to Sydney?

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

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Sydney?

Qantas, IndiGo and Emirates fly direct from Melbourne to Sydney.

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

As of March 2026, there are 2,006 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Sydney.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Sydney is usually April.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Sydney Airport on Tuesday, 21 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne 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 to Sydney with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Sydney is Jetstar .

Flying from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD): What you need to know

Start your journey at one of Melbourne's main airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) or Avalon Airport (AVV). Explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) taking off from either of these.
Take a direct Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Melbourne and Sydney (where Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is located) share the UTC+11 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you arrive.
With 488 direct flights a week between the two airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) is the most popular route. Virgin Australia Regional operates the earliest flight at 5:15am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from MEL to SYD is with Qantas at 9pm.
Your flight from Melbourne to SYD won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

You can find a direct flight from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) out of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Well-known carriers that offer direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport departing MEL include:
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Qantas from MEL to SYD.
Qantas is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 24 kms (15 miles) from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 63% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

Consider flying out of Avalon Airport (AVV). You can book a direct Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) plane ticket from this hub.
Catch your direct flight from Melbourne to SYD with Jetstar. This is one of the main airlines flying this route out of AVV.
Jetstar is the most popular choice for passengers flying from AVV to SYD.
Want to fly with a carrier that won't keep you waiting? Go with Jetstar. 82.51% of its flights between Avalon Airport and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport arrive as scheduled.
On public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kms (35 miles) away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to SYD flight, make yourself comfortable at Corio Bay Motel.
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Avalon Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.

About Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)

Consider staying in a hotel close to SYD if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport flight.

Getting from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

Central Sydney is about 8 kms (5 miles) from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 15 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)

At the moment, £30 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £60. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Melbourne to SYD, book your ticket ten months before your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport tickets is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Melbourne to SYD is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.
Hunt for savings on a flight from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

The best time to fly from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)

It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD). July is when most people visit Sydney. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in December.
When booking your Melbourne to SYD plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC.

More about Sydney

After booking your flight from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sydney:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Harbour and Sydney Opera House are must-do's during your Sydney adventure.

Explore more of Australia

You've seen Sydney, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Journey around 241 kms (150 miles) southwest to Canberra to tick off its popular sights. From National Gallery of Australia to National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 129 kms (80 miles) northeast of Sydney, Newcastle is another essential stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Merewether Beach, Nobbys Beach and Newcastle Beach.