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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney from £40

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20:50 - 22:15MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
17:00 - 18:40SYD-MEL
1h 40mdirect
£81Jetstar
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Wed, 22 Jan - Tue, 28 Jan
12:40 - 14:10MEL-SYD
1h 30mdirect
17:30 - 19:10SYD-MEL
1h 40mdirect
£82Jetstar
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Sat, 1 Feb - Sat, 8 Feb
20:00 - 21:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
18:15 - 19:50SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£120Virgin Australia
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Thu, 30 Jan - Mon, 3 Feb
15:00 - 16:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
16:30 - 18:05SYD-MEL
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£121Virgin Australia
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Thu, 30 Jan - Mon, 3 Feb
06:30 - 07:55MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
06:00 - 07:35SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£160Qantas Airways
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Fri, 17 Jan - Mon, 20 Jan
13:00 - 14:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
14:00 - 15:35SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£170Qantas Airways
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Thu, 30 Jan - Mon, 3 Feb
10:30 - 12:00MEL-SYD
1h 30mdirect
14:10 - 17:50SYD-MEL
3h 40m1 stop
Tue, 14 Jan - Thu, 23 Jan
18:00 - 19:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
18:05 - 22:40SYD-MEL
4h 35m1 stop
Thu, 9 Jan - Sat, 11 Jan
18:35 - 07:40MEL-SYD
13h 05m1 stop
10:05 - 14:30SYD-MEL
4h 25m1 stop
£361Rex
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Fri, 17 Jan - Sun, 19 Jan
09:00 - 18:15MEL-SYD
9h 15m1 stop
18:55 - 08:00SYD-MEL
13h 05m1 stop
£364Rex
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Tue, 7 Jan - Fri, 10 Jan
20:15 - 21:40MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
£40Jetstar
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Tue, 3 Jun
06:00 - 07:30MEL-SYD
1h 30mdirect
£43Jetstar
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Thu, 23 Jan
08:30 - 09:55MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
£55Virgin Australia
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17:30 - 18:55MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
£80Virgin Australia
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06:00 - 07:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
£80Qantas Airways
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Fri, 3 Jan
06:45 - 08:10MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
£90Qantas Airways
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Fri, 18 Apr
21:40 - 10:10MEL-SYD
12h 30m1 stop
Tue, 21 Jan
09:00 - 18:15MEL-SYD
9h 15m1 stop
£182Rex
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Tue, 3 Jun
18:35 - 07:40MEL-SYD
13h 05m1 stop
£191Rex
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Sun, 29 Dec
21:35 - 12:20MEL-SYD
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Thu, 26 Dec
07:00 - 08:35MEL-SYD
1h 35mdirect
06:30 - 08:05SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£121Jetstar
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Thu, 19 Dec - Sun, 5 Jan
20:50 - 22:15MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
17:30 - 19:10SYD-MEL
1h 40mdirect
£129Jetstar
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Thu, 19 Dec - Sun, 22 Dec
21:00 - 22:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
18:15 - 19:50SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£135Virgin Australia
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Thu, 19 Dec - Thu, 26 Dec
20:15 - 21:45MEL-SYD
1h 30mdirect
13:30 - 20:35SYD-MEL
7h 05m1 stop
Sat, 21 Dec - Tue, 21 Jan
08:30 - 09:55MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
14:10 - 17:50SYD-MEL
3h 40m1 stop
£224Qantas Airways
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Mon, 23 Dec - Thu, 23 Jan
20:15 - 21:45MEL-SYD
1h 30mdirect
09:45 - 16:50SYD-MEL
7h 05m1 stop
Sat, 21 Dec - Wed, 22 Jan
20:00 - 21:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
08:50 - 13:55SYD-MEL
5h 05m1 stop
£292Qantas Airways
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Sun, 22 Dec - Thu, 2 Jan
11:10 - 15:20MEL-SYD
4h 10m1 stop
19:30 - 21:05SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£340Virgin Australia
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Fri, 20 Dec - Sun, 22 Dec
09:00 - 18:15MEL-SYD
9h 15m1 stop
18:55 - 08:00SYD-MEL
13h 05m1 stop
£492Rex
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Thu, 19 Dec - Fri, 27 Dec
09:00 - 18:15MEL-SYD
9h 15m1 stop
08:45 - 17:50SYD-MEL
9h 05m1 stop
£536Rex
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20:50 - 22:15MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
06:30 - 08:05SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£79Jetstar
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Mon, 6 Jan - Tue, 7 Jan
20:50 - 22:15MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
17:00 - 18:40SYD-MEL
1h 40mdirect
£81Jetstar
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Wed, 22 Jan - Tue, 28 Jan
12:40 - 14:10MEL-SYD
1h 30mdirect
17:30 - 19:10SYD-MEL
1h 40mdirect
£82Jetstar
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Sat, 1 Feb - Sat, 8 Feb
19:50 - 21:20MEL-SYD
1h 30mdirect
06:00 - 07:35SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£85Jetstar
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Mon, 6 Jan - Wed, 8 Jan
20:00 - 21:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
18:15 - 19:50SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£120Virgin Australia
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Thu, 30 Jan - Mon, 3 Feb
15:00 - 16:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
16:30 - 18:05SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£121Virgin Australia
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Thu, 30 Jan - Mon, 3 Feb
19:00 - 20:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
21:30 - 23:05SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£153Virgin Australia
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Wed, 8 Jan - Fri, 10 Jan
06:00 - 07:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
06:00 - 07:35SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£159Qantas Airways
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Thu, 16 Jan - Mon, 20 Jan
06:30 - 07:55MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
06:00 - 07:35SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£160Qantas Airways
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Fri, 17 Jan - Mon, 20 Jan
13:00 - 14:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
14:00 - 15:35SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£170Qantas Airways
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Jetstar flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney

Our best Jetstar deals on Melbourne Airport to Sydney flight tickets
Jetstar
22 Jan
MEL20:50Melbourne
1h 25m
SYD22:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
28 Jan
SYD17:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 40m
MEL18:40Melbourne
Jetstar
1 Feb
MEL12:40Melbourne
1h 30m
SYD14:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
8 Feb
SYD17:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 40m
MEL19:10Melbourne
Jetstar
6 Jan
MEL19:50Melbourne
1h 30m
SYD21:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
8 Jan
SYD06:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 35m
MEL07:35Melbourne

Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Melbourne Airport to Sydney flight tickets
Virgin Australia
30 Jan
MEL20:00Melbourne
1h 25m
SYD21:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
3 Feb
SYD18:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 35m
MEL19:50Melbourne
Virgin Australia
30 Jan
MEL15:00Melbourne
1h 25m
SYD16:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
3 Feb
SYD16:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 35m
MEL18:05Melbourne
Virgin Australia
19 Dec
MEL21:00Melbourne
1h 25m
SYD22:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
26 Dec
SYD18:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 35m
MEL19:50Melbourne

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Sydney

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Sydney?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £84. If you don’t want to visit Sydney in August, then you should wait until July to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £88.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sydney?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sydney is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £85. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Melbourne Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £125.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sydney?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Sydney is at midday. momondo users have found flights departing from Melbourne Airport to Sydney at midday for as low as £96. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Sydney, so prices are often more expensive at around £121 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith flight route?

Fly from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith for the best Melbourne - Sydney Kingsford Smith flight prices

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

The ideal time to book your flight to Sydney is 41 days in advance, when prices tend to average £103. Keep in mind that you might also find cheap flights to Sydney outside of this time window. In fact, momondo users recently found flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney for £63.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Sydney flights?

You could potentially save up to 111% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Sydney flight.

How have Melbourne Airport to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2024, prices for Melbourne Airport to Sydney flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Melbourne Airport to Sydney (MEL to SYD) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£40

Fastest flight time

1h 25m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Sydney

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Sydney from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is £40. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Sydney found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £81.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney takes 1h 25m
Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to Sydney every day.
There is 1 airport near Sydney: Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)

  • How far is Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?

    The distance between Melbourne and Sydney Kingsford Smith is about 442.3 mi. Typically, this will take 1h 25m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

  • What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?


Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney

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JetstarPriceFrom £54Free CancellationRating
6.6
484 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom £93Free CancellationRating
7.5
459 reviews
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RexPriceFrom £129Free CancellationRating
9.4
27 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom £133Free CancellationRating
7.5
809 reviews
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  • Virgin Australia Flights From Melbourne Airport to Sydney

    Virgin Australia flies from Melbourne Airport to Sydney around 81 times per week, with 459 momondo users rating the airline 7.5/10. The cheapest Virgin Australia deal from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in the last 72 hours was £118 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of £203 for Virgin Australia flights on this route.

  • Qantas Airways Flights From Melbourne Airport to Sydney

    Another popular option for Melbourne Airport to Sydney flights is Qantas Airways (7.5/10, 809 ratings). Qantas Airways flies from Melbourne Airport to Sydney around 118 times per week, with deals starting from £169 round-trip and rising to an average price of around £221.


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