Cheap Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL)

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Cheap Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Sun, 21 Sep. - Wed, 24 Sep.
SYD
Sydney
MEL
Melbourne
AU$172 Return, just found
AU$172
Return
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Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, 21 Sep. from Sydney to Melbourne, returning Wed, 24 Sep., priced at AU$172 just found
Jetstar
Sun, 21 Sep. - Wed, 24 Sep.
SYD
Sydney
MEL
Melbourne
AU$180 Return, just found
AU$180
Return
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, 21 Sep. from Sydney to Melbourne, returning Wed, 24 Sep., priced at AU$180 just found
Virgin Australia
Tue, 28 Apr. - Fri, 1 May
SYD
Sydney
MEL
Melbourne
AU$207 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$207
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, 28 Apr. from Sydney to Melbourne, returning Fri, 1 May, priced at AU$207 found 1 day ago
Qantas Airways
Sat, 6 Jun. - Sat, 13 Jun.
SYD
Sydney
MEL
Melbourne
AU$301 Return, found 6 hours ago
AU$301
Return
found 6 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sat, 6 Jun. from Sydney to Melbourne, returning Sat, 13 Jun., priced at AU$301 found 6 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$109 - AU$315 per traveller.

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Flight from Sydney to Melbourne route information
Origin airport
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Destination airport
Tullamarine
Airlines serving
Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia
Return price
AU$172
Distance
700 km
Average flight time
1 hour 35 mins

SYD to MEL Flights

Sydney and Melbourne Airports

Trade the ocean views at Bondi Beach for the shops at Queen Victoria Market when you book Sydney to Melbourne flights. To kick start your adventure in the south, from New South Wales to Victoria, head to Sydney Airport (SYD), one of the world’s oldest commercial international airports. Located roughly 8 km south of city centre, the airport offers a number of options to accommodate your arrival. Driving yourself? Head to the P1, P2, or P3 car parks, located next to the Domestic Terminals, or make your way to the Blu Emu Car Park, which provides shuttle service. Alternatively, if your mate is giving you a ride, cruise over to the drop-off zone on the departures level.

Flights from Sydney to Melbourne arrive at Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Also called Melbourne Airport, it provides a number of parking options. There’s a long-term car park, along with a lot that serves T1, T2, and T3, and another that provides spaces for T4. There’s a pick-up zone on Arrivals Drive for T1, T2, and T3, and a separate area for T4 on level two of the Transport Hub. As for the drop-off zone, departures level one is designated for T1, T2, and T3, and the Transport Hub level one is designed for T4.

Route Information

In just 1 ½ hours on the airplane, you’ll begin seeing the Victoria coastline. Grab a window seat and see if you can pinpoint the Yarra Valley below. Flights to Melbourne cover just over 700 km, so grab something to sip on, flip through a magazine, and you’ll be landing in no time.

Booking Your Flight Today

Don’t spend a fortune on your airfare. Here at Expedia.com.au, we offer cheap flights to Melbourne from Sydney, so you can keep your wallet happy. When you browse through our travel arrangements, you’ll also come across cheap deals on car rentals in Melbourne. Hire a car with us and have it waiting for you as soon as you land at MEL. Once you’ve had your fair share of the Royal Botanic Gardens and the National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne, pack up your bags, book Sydney plane tickets, and head back to NSW.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to MEL?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to MEL is AU$172. But you better act quick. This figure is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Mascot Airport to MEL?
Every air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Mascot Airport to Tullamarine Airport (MEL) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How many hours is the flight from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to MEL?
It only takes around 1 hour and 34 minutes to journey from Mascot Airport to Tullamarine Airport (MEL) — just enough time for a quick snooze. You'll be landing in Melbourne by the time you wake up.
How far is the flight from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
You can forget about a movie marathon on this flight — it's only 710 kilometres from Sydney to Melbourne. Find your seat, order a drink and you'll be touching down before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to MEL?
You have lots of options when flying from SYD to MEL. Lock in your fare with one of these popular airlines:

  • Virgin Australia - (VA) with 777 monthly flights
  • Qantas - (QF) with 721 monthly flights
  • Jetstar - (JQ) with 434 monthly flights
  • Rex Regional Express - (ZL) with 134 monthly flights

Are Mascot Airport to Tullamarine Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices change all the time, so not always. While last-minute deals between Sydney Airport and MEL are of course possible, it also makes sense to keep a close eye on prices well before you fly. In fact, some carriers advertise their prices up to 12 months ahead of the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the biggest bargains around, so keep checking and be ready to book when fare prices drop.

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