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September 3 - September 4

Cheapest

Best

AVV - Sydney

$129

$79

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July 27 - July 31

Best

AVV - Sydney

$122

$80

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July 21 - July 28

Earliest

AVV - Sydney

$118

$80

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July 23 - July 28

Best

AVV - Sydney

$121

$80

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July 23 - July 24

Best

AVV - Sydney

$123

$80

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July 21 - July 25

Best

Earliest

AVV - Sydney

$122

$80

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July 22 - July 28

AVV - Sydney

$118

$80

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July 22 - July 30

AVV - Sydney

$115

$80

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July 23 - July 30

AVV - Sydney

$118

$80

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July 26 - July 27

Best

AVV - Sydney

$123

$80

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Insights for flights from Melbourne to Sydney

For cheap flights from Melbourne to Sydney, fares typically range from $69–$328, with a median of $168. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Approximately 21% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Sydney? The most budget-friendly months to travel are April, with a median fare of $67, and December, where the median fare is $69. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $94.

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Sydney? A typical journey from Melbourne to Sydney takes approximately 3h 0m, including connections. For this route, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 79% of recent fares being direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney. When a connection is necessary, the median number of stopovers is 1.

The route from Melbourne to Sydney covers a distance of 705 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul journey. This distance generally means quicker travel times and more frequent flight options between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Sydney

Regular price: $103 - $198

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Melbourne Avalon to Sydney.

The regular price range for flights from Melbourne Avalon to Sydney is between $103 and $198. The current lowest deal is $79 with Jetstar, for travel from Sep 3 to Sep 4.

now $79

Low $103

High $198

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Sydney

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Sydney is April, with a median price of $67. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $235. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $67

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $235

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Direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Sydney

Tue, Jul 21

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

$118

$80

One-way

Tue, Jul 21

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

$122

$80

One-way

Wed, Jul 22

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

$118

$80

One-way

Wed, Jul 22

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

$115

$80

One-way

Thu, Jul 23

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

$121

$80

One-way

Thu, Jul 23

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

$123

$80

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Melbourne to Sydney

2 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 3

$146 → $80

45%

2 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 4

$145 → $80

45%

4 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 7

$145 → $80

45%

1 night

Dec 1 - Dec 2

$145 → $80

45%

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Sydney

Melbourne - Sydney route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Melbourne to Sydney are above the typical level, with a median price of $168.

📅 Best time to fly

April offers the lowest median price

Historically, April has the lowest median price at $67, making it an ideal time to fly.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 0m

The median flight duration for direct routes between Melbourne and Sydney is 3h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

79% of deals are for direct flights

Most deals are for direct flights. Jetstar offers direct flights on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is a direct airline option for flights from Melbourne to Sydney.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Melbourne to Sydney are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Avalon (AVV)

Cheapest

Consider Avalon for flights from Melbourne to Sydney, often offering a budget-friendly option.

📍 ~50 km from Melbourne city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$79

Melbourne (MEL)

Melbourne Airport is a primary choice for flights to Sydney, providing convenient access for many travelers.

📍 ~20 km from Melbourne city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$90

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is the primary gateway to Sydney, offering convenient access to the city and surrounding areas.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$79

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Canberra (CBR)

Canberra Airport is a major hub with high reliability and excellent road and rail connectivity to Sydney.

📍 ~240 km from Sydney (requires approximately 3 hours of ground travel from Sydney CBD)

💸 Flights from ~$113

Newcastle (NTL)

Cheapest

Newcastle Airport is a significant regional option with frequent services and easy access from Northern Sydney.

📍 ~135 km from Sydney (easily accessible via the M1 motorway)

💸 Flights from ~$80

Coffs Harbour (CFS)

Coffs Harbour Airport is a well-established regional airport with multiple carriers, offering premium cabin classes.

📍 ~440 km from Sydney (significant distance from Sydney)

💸 Flights from ~$238

Port Macquarie (PQQ)

Port Macquarie Airport provides reliable regional connectivity, with availability of premium cabin classes.

📍 ~340 km from Sydney (long travel distance makes it impractical for most Sydney-based travelers)

💸 Flights from ~$295

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

Historically, the best time to book flights from Melbourne to Sydney for the lowest prices is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been around $174. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise significantly, with an average of $472. Even booking 60+ days out tends to be more expensive, averaging $208.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Melbourne to Sydney is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $69. The median price for this route over the trailing 90 days has been $168. Prices can go up to $328 or more for the upper quartile of fares, so finding a ticket at $69 represents a significant saving.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Melbourne to Sydney are April and December. In April, the median price for flights was $67, while in December, it was $69. January also offered relatively lower prices with a median of $94. These months tend to be more affordable compared to the annual median price of $168 for this route.

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