How many flights from Melbourne to Sydney are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 69.4% of flights from Melbourne to Sydney are non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates that a significant majority of options for this route offer direct travel, which can be a convenient choice for many passengers.

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Sydney?

A direct flight from Melbourne to Sydney typically takes 1 hour and 30 minutes. This duration covers a distance of 705 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time extends to approximately 6 hours and 40 minutes. Travelers should consider whether the time savings of a direct flight outweigh potential cost differences.

How often do cheap flights from Melbourne to Sydney come up?

Cheap flights from Melbourne to Sydney are classified as frequent. This indicates that opportunities for finding good deals on this route arise regularly. Travelers can typically expect to see favorable pricing options appear often, making it a route where consistent monitoring for deals can be beneficial.

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A$121
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Melbourne to Sydney: Overview

Insights for flights from Melbourne to Sydney

Fares for cheap flights from Melbourne to Sydney typically range from $177 to $412, with a median price of $261. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and about 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, indicating frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Sydney, you'll find that May stands out with a median fare of $112. June is also a more affordable option, with a median fare of $142, followed by January at $162. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

A typical journey from Melbourne to Sydney has a median flight time of 1h 30m. While a meaningful share are non-stop, about 69.4% of recent itineraries are direct. For those flights that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1, with connecting itineraries having a median duration of 7h 10m.

The distance between Melbourne and Sydney is 705 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the quick flight times and frequent service available for travelers between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Sydney

Regular price: A$107 - A$264

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

The regular price range for flights from Melbourne to Sydney is between 107 AUD and 264 AUD. The current lowest deal is 128 AUD with Jetstar, for travel between Jan 12 and Feb 10.

now A$128

Low A$107

High A$264

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Sydney

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Sydney is May, with a median price of 112 USD. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of 479 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from A$112

April

Most Expensive

Flights from A$479

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Sydney

Tue, Dec 8

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$151

A$135

One-way

Wed, Dec 9

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$151

A$131

One-way

Wed, Dec 9

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$151

A$137

One-way

Tue, Dec 15

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$149

A$131

One-way

Tue, Dec 15

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$149

A$137

One-way

Tue, Dec 15

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$153

A$137

One-way

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

1 night

Dec 15 - Dec 16

A$194 → A$134

31%

8 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 16

A$169 → A$134

21%

22 nights

Dec 15 - Jan 6

A$149 → A$130

13%

29 nights

Dec 8 - Jan 6

A$151 → A$131

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Sydney

Melbourne - Sydney route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Melbourne to Sydney are above the typical level, with a median price of $261.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the lowest prices.

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $112 for flights from Melbourne to Sydney.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 30m.

The median flight time for direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney is 1h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Jetstar offers direct flights.

Jetstar has direct flights available for the Melbourne to Sydney route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar has a deal for $128.

Jetstar offers a deal for $128 from Melbourne to Sydney, valid from Jan 12-Feb 10.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals for flights from Melbourne to Sydney are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Avalon (AVV)

Cheapest

Avalon Airport is a good option for flights from Melbourne to Sydney, often offering competitive prices.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$110

Melbourne (MEL)

Melbourne Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Sydney due to its proximity to the city.

📍 ~19 km from Melbourne city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~A$148

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Arrive at Sydney Airport for convenient access to Sydney and surrounding areas from Melbourne.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$128

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Canberra (CBR)

Canberra Airport is a major domestic and international-capable airport, providing robust flight schedules and infrastructure.

📍 ~240 km from Sydney (approximately 3 hours drive from Sydney city center)

💸 Flights from ~A$191

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Nov 02

Sydney, Australia

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$597

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Business Class

From MEL

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Nov 03

Sydney, Australia

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$708

$597

Save $111

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From MEL

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Dec 05

Sydney, Australia

44% AI deal score

$2,016

Air New Zealand, +1

Business Class

From MEL

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Dec 10

Sydney, Australia

44% AI deal score

$2,016

Air New Zealand, +1

Business Class

From MEL

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Dec 05

Sydney, Australia

44% AI deal score

$2,016

Air New Zealand, +1

Business Class

From MEL

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Dec 03

Sydney, Australia

44% AI deal score

$2,016

Air New Zealand, +1

Business Class

From MEL

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Dec 13

Sydney, Australia

44% AI deal score

$2,016

Air New Zealand, +1

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From MEL

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44% AI deal score

$2,016

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Sydney, Australia

44% AI deal score

$2,016

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From MEL

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Dec 05

Sydney, Australia

44% AI deal score

$2,016

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From MEL

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Dec 03

Sydney, Australia

44% AI deal score

$2,016

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

Historically, the sweet spot for booking flights from Melbourne to Sydney to secure the lowest prices is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $301. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally results in higher prices, averaging $462. Planning ahead by at least a month can lead to significant savings on this route.

A flight from Melbourne to Sydney is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $177. This threshold represents the lower end of prices observed across the trailing quarter. The median price for this route historically stands at $261, while prices around $412 are at the higher end of the typical range. Comparing offers to the $177 mark can help identify a favorable deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Melbourne to Sydney are May, with a median price of $112, and June, with a median price of $142. January also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $162. These months typically present better value compared to the annual median price of $261 for this route. Travelers looking for savings may consider planning their trips during these periods.

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Melbourne to Sydney: Overview

Insights for flights from Melbourne to Sydney

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Sydney

Regular price: A$107 - A$264

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

The regular price range for flights from Melbourne to Sydney is between 107 AUD and 264 AUD. The current lowest deal is 128 AUD with Jetstar, for travel between Jan 12 and Feb 10.

now A$128

Low A$107

High A$264

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Sydney

May

Cheapest

Flights from A$112

April

Most Expensive

Flights from A$479

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Sydney

Tue, Dec 8

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$151

A$135

One-way

Wed, Dec 9

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$151

A$131

One-way

Wed, Dec 9

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$151

A$137

One-way

Tue, Dec 15

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$149

A$131

One-way

Tue, Dec 15

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$149

A$137

One-way

Tue, Dec 15

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Sydney

Melbourne (AVV) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$153

A$137

One-way

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

1 night

Dec 15 - Dec 16

A$194 → A$134

31%

8 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 16

A$169 → A$134

21%

22 nights

Dec 15 - Jan 6

A$149 → A$130

13%

29 nights

Dec 8 - Jan 6

A$151 → A$131

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Sydney

Melbourne - Sydney route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Melbourne to Sydney are above the typical level, with a median price of $261.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the lowest prices.

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $112 for flights from Melbourne to Sydney.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 30m.

The median flight time for direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney is 1h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Jetstar offers direct flights.

Jetstar has direct flights available for the Melbourne to Sydney route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar has a deal for $128.

Jetstar offers a deal for $128 from Melbourne to Sydney, valid from Jan 12-Feb 10.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals for flights from Melbourne to Sydney are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Avalon (AVV)

Cheapest

Avalon Airport is a good option for flights from Melbourne to Sydney, often offering competitive prices.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$110

Melbourne (MEL)

Melbourne Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Sydney due to its proximity to the city.

📍 ~19 km from Melbourne city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~A$148

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Arrive at Sydney Airport for convenient access to Sydney and surrounding areas from Melbourne.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$128

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Canberra (CBR)

Canberra Airport is a major domestic and international-capable airport, providing robust flight schedules and infrastructure.

📍 ~240 km from Sydney (approximately 3 hours drive from Sydney city center)

💸 Flights from ~A$191

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sydney

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Best Elite deals to Sydney

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From MEL

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Nov 02

Sydney, Australia

48% AI deal score

$714

$597

Save $117

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From MEL

Elite

Nov 02

Sydney, Australia

48% AI deal score

$730

$597

Save $133

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From MEL

Elite

Nov 03

Sydney, Australia

47% AI deal score

$708

$597

Save $111

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From MEL

Elite

Dec 05

Sydney, Australia

44% AI deal score

$2,016

Air New Zealand, +1

Business Class

From MEL

Elite

Dec 10

Sydney, Australia

44% AI deal score

$2,016

Air New Zealand, +1

Business Class

From MEL

Elite

Dec 05

Sydney, Australia

44% AI deal score

$2,016

Air New Zealand, +1

Business Class

From MEL

Elite

Dec 03

Sydney, Australia

44% AI deal score

$2,016

Air New Zealand, +1

Business Class

From MEL

Elite

Dec 13

Sydney, Australia

44% AI deal score

$2,016

Air New Zealand, +1

Business Class

From MEL

Elite

Dec 13

Sydney, Australia

44% AI deal score

$2,016

Air New Zealand, +1

Business Class

From MEL

Elite

Dec 17

Sydney, Australia

44% AI deal score

$2,016

Air New Zealand, +1

Business Class

From MEL

Elite

Dec 05

Sydney, Australia

44% AI deal score

$2,016

Air New Zealand, +1

Business Class

From MEL

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Dec 03

Sydney, Australia

44% AI deal score

$2,016

Air New Zealand, +1

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Sydney

Today’s best flight deals from Melbourne to Sydney

Melbourne to Sydney: Overview

Insights for flights from Melbourne to Sydney

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Sydney

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Sydney

Direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Sydney

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

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Sydney

Melbourne - Sydney route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in May for the lowest prices.

Direct flights take 1h 30m.

Jetstar offers direct flights.

Jetstar has a deal for $128.

Deals are frequent on this route.

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sydney

Best Elite deals to Sydney

Nov 02

Nov 02

Nov 03

Dec 05

Dec 10

Dec 05

Dec 03

Dec 13

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Dec 17

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

How early should I book Melbourne to Sydney flights to get the cheapest price?

How do I know if a Melbourne to Sydney flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?

How many flights from Melbourne to Sydney are non-stop?

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Sydney?

How often do cheap flights from Melbourne to Sydney come up?

Related routes

More routes from Melbourne

Flights to Sydney from other cities

Melbourne to Sydney: Overview

Insights for flights from Melbourne to Sydney

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Sydney

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Sydney

Direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Sydney

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

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Sydney

Melbourne - Sydney route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in May for the lowest prices.

Direct flights take 1h 30m.

Jetstar offers direct flights.

Jetstar has a deal for $128.

Deals are frequent on this route.

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sydney

Best Elite deals to Sydney

Nov 02

Nov 02

Nov 03

Dec 05

Dec 10

Dec 05

Dec 03

Dec 13

Dec 13

Dec 17

Dec 05

Dec 03

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

How early should I book Melbourne to Sydney flights to get the cheapest price?

How do I know if a Melbourne to Sydney flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?