Cheap flights from Melbourne to Sydney

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Info about flights from Melbourne to Sydney

Some useful info about flights from Melbourne to Sydney to help you plan your next trip

Average flight duration 1h 23m
Cheapest month March
Average number of flights per week 44
First flight time 05:30
Last flight time 23:55
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How much is a ticket from Melbourne to Sydney?

Flight prices from Melbourne to Sydney change depending on demand and time of booking.

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Flying at off-peak hours — such as early morning or late evening — can help you save. Also, the best deals tend to appear in the weeks leading up to departure.

Airport options between Melbourne and Sydney

Even for routes around 705 km, using different airports might affect flight cost and travel time.

  • Airports in Melbourne: You can fly from 2 airports in Melbourne - Avalon, Essendon.
  • Airports in Sydney: Sydney - Kingsford Smith is the only functioning airport.

Checking the average travel time to the airport can help you plan better. For some routes, changing your arrival or departure airport might also affect the price.

Flights from Melbourne - Tullamarine to Sydney - Kingsford Smith

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Other popular destinations

Also interested in Australia? Check out: Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney.

If you’re flexible with dates, try checking the days before and after to see if prices vary. Some routes are offered by multiple agencies — comparing fares can really pay off.
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about flights from Melbourne to Sydney.

How much does an airline ticket from Melbourne to Sydney cost?

Flight prices can vary a lot depending on the period and destination. At the moment, this information is not available for flights from Melbourne to Sydney.

How far is Melbourne from Sydney?

Melbourne is about 705 km from Sydney.

What are the airports in Sydney?

Sydney has one airport: Sydney - Kingsford Smith.

What are the airports in Melbourne?

Melbourne has 2 airports: Avalon, Essendon.

What are the most popular cities in Australia?

The most popular cities in Australia according to our users' searches are: Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney.

When should I book a flight from Melbourne to Sydney?

The best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Sydney is 2 months in advance, while the worst time is 12 weeks in advance.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Sydney is March.

What is the most expensive month to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?

The most expensive month to fly from Melbourne to Sydney is April.

What is the best day of the week to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?

This information is not available at the moment.