Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney from ₹ 6,049
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SYD
8 Oct — 15 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in July or February, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday
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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 8 September 2026.
Tue 20/1014:25 -
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Deal found 5/9₹ 12,098
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Deal found 7/9₹ 12,192
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Deal found 7/9₹ 12,570
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Deal found 7/9₹ 12,665
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Deal found 4/9₹ 12,759
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Deal found 6/9₹ 13,421
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Deal found 6/9₹ 13,610
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Deal found 5/9₹ 14,177
Best flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 8 September 2026.
Fri 23/1020:50 -
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Deal found 7/9₹ 16,540
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Deal found 7/9₹ 43,098
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Deal found 3/9₹ 52,076
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Deal found 5/9₹ 58,598
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Deal found 7/9₹ 43,098
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Deal found 4/9₹ 48,579
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Deal found 5/9₹ 58,598
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Deal found 3/9₹ 48,863
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Deal found 7/9₹ 49,619
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Deal found 4/9₹ 52,360
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Deal found 5/9₹ 53,116
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Deal found 4/9₹ 57,652
Direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Sydney based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 8 September 2026.
Tue 20/1014:25 -
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Tue 27/1021:15 -
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Deal found 5/9₹ 12,098
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Deal found 7/9₹ 12,192
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Deal found 7/9₹ 12,570
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Deal found 7/9₹ 12,665
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Deal found 4/9₹ 12,759
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Deal found 6/9₹ 13,421
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Deal found 6/9₹ 13,610
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Deal found 5/9₹ 14,177
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney. Data last updated 8 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Wed 7/1018:50 -
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Deal found 7/9₹ 12,192
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Deal found 5/9₹ 14,177
Thu 8/1013:55 -
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Deal found 7/9₹ 12,665
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Deal found 7/9₹ 12,570
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Sat 10/1016:40 -
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Deal found 6/9₹ 13,421
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Deal found 6/9₹ 13,610
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Mon 26/1006:00 -
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Deal found 4/9₹ 12,759
Tue 20/1014:25 -
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Tue 27/1021:15 -
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Deal found 5/9₹ 12,098
One-way flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 8 September 2026.
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Deal found 7/9₹ 6,049
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Deal found 5/9₹ 6,143
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Deal found 7/9₹ 6,616
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Deal found 7/9₹ 6,710
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Deal found 7/9₹ 6,805
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Deal found 4/9₹ 7,372
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Deal found 8/9₹ 7,466
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Deal found 7/9₹ 7,561
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Deal found 6/9₹ 7,939
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Deal found 8/9₹ 8,034
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Deal found 5/9₹ 9,073
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 8 September 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 8 September 2026.
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Cheapest return flight
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Tue 20/10
06:45-08:15
Nonstop1h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 6,049
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Thu 12/11
06:45-08:15
Nonstop1h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 6,616
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Thu 17/9
06:00-07:30
Nonstop1h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 6,710
Fastest return journey
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Fri 25/9
20:15-21:40
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 6,710
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Sat 17/10
20:50-22:15
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 6,805
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Sat 26/9
18:50-20:20
Nonstop1h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 6,805
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Wed 16/9
20:50-22:15
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 7,372
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Thu 1/10
07:30-09:00
Nonstop1h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 7,372
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Sun 18/10
06:00-07:30
Nonstop1h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 7,372
MelbourneSydney
MEL Melbourne - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
MELSYD
Melbourne
Tue 15/9
20:50-22:15
Nonstop1h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 7,466
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
Booking 29 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of ₹ 12,854). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 16,634). 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 8 September 2026.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne Airport to Sydney is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Sydney flights typically cost between ₹ 11,530 and ₹ 20,131 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was ₹ 12,098 on Jetstar (20 Oct–27 Oct).
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Sydney. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 8 September 2026.
The most flights from MEL to SYD are scheduled on a Monday (296 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (86 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Sydney delayed?
About 20% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 90 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Sydney flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Sydney flights?
Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.
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 8 September 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Melbourne Airport to Sydney to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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) 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 188 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 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.
How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney can take about 1h 25m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as ₹ 16,540. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Sydney is about 705 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney round-trip?
Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Sydney, with prices starting at ₹ 4,092. Another option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at ₹ 19,740 round trip. Users have found that Jetstar is 71% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Virgin Australia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as ₹ 4,337. However, be on the lookout for offers from Jetstar 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?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney consider choosing Malaysia Airlines(100%), Japan Airlines(90%) or Bangkok Airways(90%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of ₹ 12,854). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 16,634). 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.
Browse through other flights departing from Melbourne. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 8 September 2026.
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Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Sydney. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 8 September 2026.
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