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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney from £40

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Jetstar Logo
20:50 - 22:15MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
06:30 - 08:05SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£79Jetstar
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Tue, 9 Dec - Tue, 16 Dec
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06:00 - 07:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
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06:55 - 08:35SYD-MEL
1h 40mdirect
£83Jetstar
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Thu, 16 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
Jetstar Logo
18:55 - 20:20MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
06:55 - 08:35SYD-MEL
1h 40mdirect
£84Jetstar
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Wed, 8 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 07:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
16:40 - 18:15SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£87Jetstar
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Wed, 15 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct
Jetstar Logo
19:50 - 21:20MEL-SYD
1h 30mdirect
Jetstar Logo
22:00 - 23:30SYD-MEL
1h 30mdirect
£89Jetstar
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Wed, 21 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan
Jetstar Logo
17:30 - 19:00MEL-SYD
1h 30mdirect
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 07:40SYD-MEL
1h 40mdirect
£90Jetstar
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Wed, 8 Oct - Sun, 12 Oct
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15:30 - 16:55MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
Logo
06:00 - 07:35SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£106
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Mon, 5 Jan - Wed, 7 Jan
Virgin Australia Logo
15:30 - 16:55MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
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17:30 - 19:05SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£141Virgin Australia
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Thu, 26 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar
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06:00 - 07:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
07:00 - 08:35SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
£157Virgin Australia
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Sat, 18 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
Virgin Australia Logo
08:00 - 09:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
13:20 - 17:15SYD-MEL
3h 55m1 stop
£160Virgin Australia
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Tue, 20 Jan - Sat, 24 Jan

Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Melbourne Airport to Sydney flight tickets
Virgin Australia
26 Feb
MEL15:30Melbourne
1h 25m
SYD16:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
2 Mar
SYD17:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 35m
MEL19:05Melbourne
£141
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Virgin Australia
18 Oct
MEL06:00Melbourne
1h 25m
SYD07:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
19 Oct
SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 35m
MEL08:35Melbourne
£157
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Virgin Australia
20 Jan
MEL08:00Melbourne
1h 25m
SYD09:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
24 Jan
SYD13:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 55m
1 stop
MEL17:15Melbourne
£160
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Jetstar flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney

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Jetstar
9 Dec
MEL20:50Melbourne
1h 25m
SYD22:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
16 Dec
SYD06:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 35m
MEL08:05Melbourne
£79
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Jetstar
16 Oct
MEL06:00Melbourne
1h 25m
SYD07:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
19 Oct
SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 40m
MEL08:35Melbourne
£83
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Jetstar
8 Oct
MEL18:55Melbourne
1h 25m
SYD20:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
19 Oct
SYD06:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 40m
MEL08:35Melbourne
£84
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne Airport 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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
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MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Tue 9/12

20:50-22:15

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 16/12

06:30-08:05

Nonstop1h 35m

£79

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Thu 16/10

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/10

06:55-08:35

Nonstop1h 40m

£83

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Wed 8/10

18:55-20:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/10

06:55-08:35

Nonstop1h 40m

£84

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/10

16:40-18:15

Nonstop1h 35m

£87

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Wed 21/1

19:50-21:20

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 26/1

22:00-23:30

Nonstop1h 30m

£89

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Wed 8/10

17:30-19:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/10

06:00-07:40

Nonstop1h 40m

£90

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Mon 5/1

15:30-16:55

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/1

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

£106

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Thu 26/2

15:30-16:55

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/3

17:30-19:05

Nonstop1h 35m

£141

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Sat 18/10

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/10

07:00-08:35

Nonstop1h 35m

£157

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Tue 20/1

08:00-09:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/1

13:20-17:15

1 stop3h 55m

£160

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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, May 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 £74. If you don’t want to visit Sydney in May, then you should wait until February to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £76.

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 Monday when prices can be found for as low as £131. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Wednesday 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 £213.

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 in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in the evening for as low as £102. 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 £149 per ticket.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around £93 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from Melbourne Airport for as low as £70 on momondo.

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.

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

As of September 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Sydney flights are approximately 15% 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

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney

Best price found

£64

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 £64. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Sydney found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £118.
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)
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  • 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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Rating
Free Cancellation
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JetstarPriceFrom £54Free CancellationRating
6.5
474 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom £80Free CancellationRating
7.5
416 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom £133Free CancellationRating
7.5
905 reviews
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  • Virgin Australia Flights From Melbourne Airport to Sydney

    Virgin Australia flies from Melbourne Airport to Sydney around 118 times per week, with 416 momondo users rating the airline 7.5/10. The cheapest Virgin Australia deal from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in the last 72 hours was £109 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of £197 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, 905 ratings). Qantas Airways flies from Melbourne Airport to Sydney around 205 times per week, with deals starting from £180 round-trip and rising to an average price of around £228.

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