Question 1

What days are direct flights available from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

Accepted Answer

You can find direct flights on the following days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.

Question 2

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Sydney on average per day?

Accepted Answer

45 flight departures from Melbourne Airport to Sydney per day on average.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 24% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Midday) - 24% of flight departures
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 29% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 22% of flight departures

Question 3

How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

Accepted Answer

For as low as £84, Jetstar can have you in Sydney from Melbourne Airport in 1h 25m. Melbourne Airport and Sydney are separated by a distance of 440 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

Question 4

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney round-trip?

Accepted Answer

Jetstar, at £84, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Sydney.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Virgin Australia and Rex. Jetstar is currently priced 18% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

Question 5

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney one-way?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £42. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Rex, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Sydney for a low price.

Question 6

When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

Accepted Answer

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (average of £984). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,590). 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.

January

£1,183

February

£985

March

£999

April

£979

May

£776

June

£976

July

£1,254

August

£1,174

September

£1,073

October

£992

November

£995

December

£1,161

Question 7

When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

Accepted Answer

Booking 79 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.

Question 8

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

Accepted Answer

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Sydney flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Question 9

How recently were the Melbourne Airport to Sydney flight deals updated?

Accepted Answer

The Melbourne Airport to Sydney flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 17/5.

Question 10

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

Accepted Answer

Before booking your flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney check out the most popular airlines for this route: Jetstar, Qantas Airways or Virgin Australia.

Question 11

What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest flight price from Melbourne Airport to Sydney is £45. On average you can expect to pay £132. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for £50.

Question 12

What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

Accepted Answer

Consider British Airways (81%), Air Canada (81%) or Bangkok Airways (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney.

Question 13

Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney for under £100 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney for under £100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just £84, but on average you can expect to pay £122.

Question 14

Are there nonstop flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney for under £100 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney under £100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney is less than £118.

Question 15

Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne Airport to Sydney for under £100?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 10+ open flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney within the next 7 days for less than £100.

Question 16

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney are found to be more expensive on Saturday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Sydney.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

To save on the cost of your flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney, book at least 44 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 46% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from £99 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as £144.

Question 18

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in August, with the cheapest ticket starting at £53.

Question 19

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney (MEL - SYD)?

Accepted Answer

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Question 20

What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney from Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 4.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Sydney. 4 airlines have flights to Kingsford Smith from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 242 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

Question 21

What does MEL to SYD mean?

Accepted Answer

Melbourne Airport is MEL and Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is SYD. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

Question 22

Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Sydney that include extra baggage allowance?

Accepted Answer

The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Sydney flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

Question 23

Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to Sydney with specific airlines?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Sydney flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

Question 24

Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

Question 25

How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

Accepted Answer

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney.

Question 26

Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 27

Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Sydney that allow pets onboard?

Accepted Answer

Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Sydney offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

Question 28

Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Sydney flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

Question 29

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Melbourne to Sydney?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from Melbourne to Sydney. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Question 30

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Melbourne to Sydney?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights from Melbourne to Sydney for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.

Question 31

Can Cheapflights find flights from Melbourne to Sydney with no change fees?

Accepted Answer

Certainly. Search results for flights to Sydney from Melbourne shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Question 32

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Melbourne to Sydney become cheaper?

Accepted Answer

Of course! You can now track prices for flights from Melbourne to Sydney and get an alert from Cheapflights when they change. Have a valid email address ready and click the bell icon next to the flight deals above to set up your price alerts.

Popular in	December
Cheapest in	August
Round-trip from	£777
One-way from	£80

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Jetstar	Cheapest£58	Average£91	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest£87	Average£148	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Rex	Cheapest£111	Average£166	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time86%	Search Rex flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest£148	Average£173	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights

14%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
35%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
44%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
7%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Monday	277daily flights
Tuesday	237daily flights
Wednesday	245daily flights
Thursday	260daily flights
Friday	298daily flights
Saturday	170daily flights
Sunday	207daily flights

Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney from £42

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.

The best prices from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in August or May, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Booking 79 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.

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Plan your trip from Melbourne to Sydney by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Sydney is currently £47 while a return flight costs £131. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

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