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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney from £45

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 26/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SYD
10 May — 17 May1
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 83 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 10 April 2026.

Thu 30/414:25
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Sat 9/507:00
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/4£78
Mon 4/519:15
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Mon 11/506:00
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 6/4£90
Thu 23/406:00
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Thu 23/408:50
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 6/4£92
Wed 22/420:15
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Sat 25/417:55
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/4£92
Wed 20/513:55
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Wed 27/508:50
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/4£93
Thu 23/415:00
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Tue 28/408:15
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/4£94
Tue 15/908:15
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Tue 15/919:45
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/4£95
Thu 21/506:00
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Thu 28/509:45
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 6/4£97
Fri 8/513:55
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Fri 15/507:00
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/4£98
Sun 10/507:30
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 30m
Jetstar
Mon 11/508:15
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/4£98
Thu 23/414:25
MEL
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Sun 26/406:00
SYD
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/4£99

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 10 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£78

One-way from

£45

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£119

Good round-trip deal

£135 or less

Good one-way deal

£105 or less
Jetstar
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  • 30/4-9/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Sydney
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  • Jetstar
  • 26/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Sydney
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Customise 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 10 April 2026.
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MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

20:50-22:15

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 30/5

19:45-21:20

Nonstop1h 35m

£110

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Tue 18/8

18:45-07:30

1 stop12h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/8

16:00-17:35

Nonstop1h 35m

£145

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

13:00-14:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/5

06:25-08:00

Nonstop1h 35m

£211

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

21:00-22:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 30/5

07:10-12:35

1 stop5h 25m

£238

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

20:00-21:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/5

13:30-17:50

1 stop4h 20m

£248

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sat 4/7

08:10-13:10

1 stop5h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 16/7

14:45-16:20

Nonstop1h 35m

£290

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Fri 3/7

07:05-10:30

1 stop3h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 16/7

17:35-19:10

Nonstop1h 35m

£344

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Thu 27/8

14:05-15:30

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/8

15:45-18:50

1 stop3h 05m

£344

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

18:30-20:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

16:00-18:50

1 stop2h 50m

£344

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sat 8/8

07:30-12:55

1 stop5h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/8

09:25-13:50

1 stop4h 25m

£363

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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 return flight from Melbourne to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

Booking 83 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 £26). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of £57). 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 10 April 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney by exploring options for tickets at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2026.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

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 10 April 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
453 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

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
453 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

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
536 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

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), located 4.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Sydney. 2 airlines have flights to Kingsford Smith from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 208 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

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

    For as low as £110, Jetstar can have you in Sydney from Melbourne Airport in 1h 25m. Melbourne Airport and Sydney are separated by a distance of 438 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Jetstar, at £58, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Sydney. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Virgin Australia. Jetstar is currently priced 44% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £30. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Sydney for a low price.

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

    Consider Air Niugini (100%), Bangkok Airways (87%) or Air India (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne Airport to Sydney is £74. On average you can expect to pay £157. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for £48.

  • 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 holiday 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 £26). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of £57). 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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JetstarCheapest£58Average£96FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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