Cheap flights from Melbourne to Sydney from $49

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Sydney (average of $126). Flying from Melbourne to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $168). 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 are the best ways to get to the airports in Melbourne and Sydney?

  Most flights to Sydney from Melbourne are served by Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), which is the second busiest airport in Australia. The airport is located a short distance northwest of Melbourne’s central business district and public bus as well as express bus services link the city to the airport. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport has four terminals, and inside all four of them you can find shopping and dining options located both landside and airside, including 24 hour options. Avalon Airport (AVV) is a secondary airport located between Geelong and Melbourne, handling mainly domestic flights, including a route to Sydney. Shuttle bus services can get you to the airport from the Melbourne central business district, Geelong, Bellarine and the Surf Coast. The airport has a single small terminal and a limited selection of shops and eateries. The airport you will be landing in is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), located very near to the Sydney central business district. Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is the busiest airport in Australia, and it is divided across three terminals, namely, Terminal 1 for international flights, and Terminals 2 and 3 for domestic flights. There are shopping and dining options after security, and other amenities such as free showers, a charging station for mobile devices and a children’s play area. The Airport Link underground train links the airport’s three terminals, along with connecting the airport to the central business district and the southwestern Sydney suburbs.

• Which airlines fly directly from Melbourne to Sydney?

  As it is a brief, roughly one and a half hour flight, almost all airlines will fly directly from Melbourne to Sydney. This includes Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia.

• What are the options for stopping over between Melbourne to Sydney?

  As Melbourne to Sydney is a short domestic flight, not flying direct is seldom beneficial. While there are flights that stopover at other areas of Australia like the Gold Coast or the Sunshine Coast, not only do they increase the length of the journey by four to over six hours but they are also usually more expensive than a direct flight.

• Will I require a visa or passport to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?

  Since Melbourne to Sydney is a domestic flight inside Australia, you will not need a visa to board the plane. You likely will not require a passport either, but a valid form of photographic identification which includes your full name will be required. Accepted forms of identification include: a passport, an Australian driving licence, a student ID, or a social security card. For infants, non-photographic identification (for example, an original or certified copy of a birth certificate) will be accepted if the accompanying adult presents photographic identification.

• 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 242 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 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.

• Can I find flights from Melbourne to Sydney for under $200 on Cheapflights?

  Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne to Sydney for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $116, but on average you can expect to pay $135.

• Are there direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney for under $200 on Cheapflights?

  Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney under $200. A good price for a direct flight from Melbourne to Sydney is less than $135.

• Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne to Sydney for under $200?

  There are currently 20+ open flights from Melbourne to Sydney within the next 7 days for less than $200.

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

  You can find direct flights on the following days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday.

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

  On average, you can expect to see 52 flights from Melbourne to Sydney a day.
  Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 2% of flight departures
  Morning (6am - Noon) - 31% of flight departures
  Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 25% of flight departures
  Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 42% of flight departures

• How long is the flight from Melbourne to Sydney?

  For as littl as $116, Jetstar can have you in Sydney from Melbourne in 1h 25m. The distance from Melbourne to Sydney is about 708 km All flights are typically nonstop.

• What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to Sydney round-trip?

  Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Sydney, with prices starting at $116. This flight start at 47% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

  Before booking your flight from Melbourne to Sydney, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Jetstar, Qantas Airways or Virgin Australia.

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

  Before booking your flight to Sydney from Melbourne, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Bangkok Airways (83%), Rex (81%), SriLankan Airlines( 80%).

• What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

  On average you can expect to pay $1,534 for a flight from Melbourne to Sydney. The cheapest flight overall is $76 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Sydney Kingsford Smith) is currently priced at $103.

• What does MEL to SYD mean?

  These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a MEL to SYD flight. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG).

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

  The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Sydney 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.

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

  Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Sydney flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

• 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.

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

  Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Sydney 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.

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

  Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Sydney 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.

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

  The Melbourne to Sydney flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 28/4.

• What are the most eco-friendly airlines from Melbourne to Sydney?

  There are a few airlines covering the routes to Sydney from Melbourne that are implementing more eco-friendly practices. For instance, both Jetstar Airlines and Virgin Australia offer flights that emit less carbon dioxide than other airlines because of the type of aircraft used by these airlines. Some aircraft promote more sustainable travel because their engines are designed to be more fuel-efficient, thereby emitting less greenhouse gas. Qantas is another environmentally friendly Australian airline operating flights to Sydney from Melbourne. Not only do they offer direct flights on this route, but the Qantas Group has invested in improving their fuel efficiency, achieving carbon neutral growth starting in the year 2020, and cutting net emissions by the year 2050.

• How can I fly more sustainably from Melbourne to Sydney?

  There are a few ways each traveler on flights to Sydney to Melbourne can help reduce their individual carbon footprint. Deciding to fly on direct flights helps reduce the extra take-offs and landings that airplanes require on flights with layovers. Less demand on these indirect flights leads to fewer airplanes emitting carbon dioxide. Another sustainable travel tip is to make sure to avoid packing extra weight in your luggage and, if possible, avoid checking bags, since extra weight makes the airplane burn more fuel on flights from Melbourne to Sydney. Try carrying a reusable water bottle with you on your flight, as opposed to consuming the plastic bottles onboard that increase the airline’s plastic waste.