Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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 (Midday - 6pm) - 20% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 23% of flight departures

Question 3

How long is the flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

Accepted Answer

Departing from Sydney to Melbourne Airport will take you 1h 35m. There are 440 mi between Sydney and Melbourne Airport. All flights are typically direct.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Our cheapest airline available from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £82 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Rex and Virgin Australia, starting at £126 and £138 round-trip. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

One-way options have recently been found by users for as little as £42 on Jetstar Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Rex from £63 and Virgin Australia from £80 one-way.

Question 6

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Accepted Answer

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (average of £1,094). Flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £1,519). 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

£1,215

February

£998

March

£974

April

£929

May

£875

June

£998

July

£1,170

August

£1,183

September

£1,013

October

£898

November

£985

December

£1,131

Question 7

When is the best time to book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

Accepted Answer

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 74 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Consider Jetstar, Qantas Airways or Virgin Australia when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport.

Question 11

What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

Accepted Answer

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £47. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Melbourne) can be booked for £46 on average our data indicates £157 when flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport consider choosing United Airlines (82%), ANA (82%) or Bangkok Airways (80%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

Question 13

Can I find flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport for under £100 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport for under £100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just £82, but on average you can expect to pay £152.

Question 14

Are there nonstop flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport for under £100 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights has at least 19 direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport under £100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is less than £167.

Question 15

Are there last-minute flights available from Sydney to Melbourne Airport for under £100?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 20+ open flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport within the next 7 days for less than £100.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Tuesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

Find a great deal and save up to 47% by booking at least 59 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Sydney to Melbourne Airport within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at £120.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, August can be a great choice for travel to Melbourne Airport. Flights to Melbourne Airport from Sydney in August are about £117 on average during August, but can be found for as low as £58.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

Question 20

What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

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 4.6 mi from the center of Sydney. There are 236 flights from Kingsford Smith to Melbourne per day from 4 different airlines.

Question 21

What does SYD to MEL mean?

Accepted Answer

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SYD to MEL flight.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 25

How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 26

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 27

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 28

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 29

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Sydney to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Deals for Sydney to Melbourne flights are sourced from 900+ travel sites when you use Cheapflights. When all flight results come back, Cheapflights lets you sort and filter flights using different criteria to choose better, like price, airport, cabin class, and plenty of other options.

Question 30

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Sydney to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals from Sydney to Melbourne for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.

Question 31

Can Cheapflights find flights from Sydney to Melbourne with no change fees?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Cheapflights helps users easily find flights from Sydney to Melbourne with no change fees.

Question 32

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Sydney to Melbourne become cheaper?

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Of course! You can now track prices for flights from Sydney to Melbourne and get an alert from Cheapflights when they change. Have a valid email address ready and click the bell icon next to the flight deals above to set up your price alerts.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Jetstar	Cheapest£64	Average£90	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest£92	Average£135	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Rex	Cheapest£94	Average£158	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time86%	Search Rex flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest£103	Average£176	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights

7%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
42%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
40%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
11%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Monday	278daily flights
Tuesday	223daily flights
Wednesday	236daily flights
Thursday	259daily flights
Friday	292daily flights
Saturday	157daily flights
Sunday	211daily flights

Popular in	December
Cheapest in	August
Round-trip from	£875
One-way from	£92

Cheap flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport from £42

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.

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne are usually found in August or May, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 74 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

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 £55 while a return flight costs £124. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

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Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

See what other customers who have flown with Jetstar, Rex and Virgin Australia from Sydney to Melbourne have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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What does SYD to MEL mean?

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne?

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

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

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