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Cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Melbourne

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of February. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Flight Duration1 h and 35 mFlights between Sydney and Melbourne take, on average, 1 h and 35 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight£26Cheapest price for a flight between Sydney and Melbourne found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Departing AirportSydney Kingsford Smith AirportThe airport Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is the departure airport operating flights between Sydney and Melbourne

Arriving AirportAvalon AirportFlights departing Sydney with Melbourne as destination arrive at Avalon Airport

High seasonJanuaryAccording to search data from our customers, January is the busiest time to fly from Sydney to Melbourne

Airlines flying this routeJetstar, Virgin AustraliaAirline(s) with flights between Sydney to Melbourne

Best time to bookJanuaryAccording to real data January is the most popular time to book a flight to Melbourne when departing from Sydney

Airlines that fly from Sydney to Melbourne

Tiger Airways Australia

Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

4%Trains are 4% more expensive in Melbourne than in Sydney.

Sydney£2.73

Melbourne£2.83

MealMid-priced restaurant

17%A meal in Melbourne is 17% cheaper than a meal in Sydney.

Sydney£15.45

Melbourne£12.88

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

2%Taxis are 2% more expensive in Melbourne than in Sydney.

Sydney£2.58

Melbourne£2.63

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

1%Coffee is 1% more expensive in Melbourne than in Sydney.

Sydney£2.79

Melbourne£2.82

Exchange rate

1 GBP = 1.95 AUD

1 AUD = 0.52 GBP

Last checked on Fri 13/02

Distance: 443 miles

Sydney airports

Sydney Airport (Kingsford Smith Airport) (SYD)How far from city centre: 5 miles

Melbourne airports

Melbourne Airport (MEL)How far from city centre: 7 miles

Avalon Airport (AVV)How far from city centre: 31 miles

Find the best time to fly from Sydney to Melbourne

Melbourne beckons, a city where rich heritage meets cutting-edge culture. Explore its historic laneways, discover world-class museums, or soak up the buzzing atmosphere of its renowned arts scene. Beyond the urban pulse, you'll find easy access to scenic landscapes, from coastal drives to lush vineyards, offering a diverse array of experiences that captivate every traveller.

Flying from Sydney to Melbourne is a quick and convenient journey. Direct flights typically take around 1 hour and 35 minutes. Many airlines operate this popular route, ensuring frequent departures throughout the day. For the best chance of securing lower fares, consider booking your flight a few weeks in advance. If you have flexibility, flying outside of peak holiday seasons and major events can also lead to better deals. Melbourne experiences all four seasons, so the "best" time to visit depends on your preferences. Spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) offer pleasant temperatures and ideal conditions for exploring, while summer (December to February) brings vibrant outdoor events, though it can be quite warm.

Information about Sydney airport

Sydney operates one major airport for commercial flights, facilitating travel to Melbourne.

Sydney Airport (SYD)

Located approximately 5 miles south of the city centre, Sydney Airport serves as a primary international and domestic gateway. This facility offers extensive connections across Australia, making it a key departure point for journeys to other major cities. Travellers will find a comprehensive range of amenities, including retail outlets, dining options, and various transport links to reach the terminals. The airport is well-equipped to handle high volumes of passengers, ensuring smooth transit experiences.

Airports in Melbourne: good to know

Travelling from Sydney to Melbourne, you will likely arrive at one of the city's three commercial airports. Each offers convenient access points to the wider Melbourne region.

Melbourne Airport (MEL)

Melbourne Airport is the primary international and domestic gateway, situated approximately 14 miles north-west of the city centre. This major hub handles the majority of flights, providing extensive facilities and a wide range of transport options for onward journeys. Passenger services are comprehensive, ensuring a smooth arrival experience.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

Located about 34 miles south-west of the central business district, Avalon Airport serves as an alternative for domestic travellers. This facility primarily caters to budget airlines, offering a more streamlined and often less crowded experience. Transport links from this point connect passengers to both Melbourne and Geelong.

Essendon Fields Airport (MEB)

Essendon Fields Airport is positioned around 6 miles north-west of the city centre, making it the closest airport to the CBD. This airfield predominantly handles regional and general aviation flights, alongside some charter services. Passengers arriving at this smaller, accessible location benefit from its proximity to key urban areas and efficient ground transport.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Sydney to Melbourne

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Sydney to Melbourne?

At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Australia may apply when travelling from Sydney. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

How can I find cheap flights from Sydney to Melbourne at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Sydney to Melbourne is 27 £. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Melbourne expensive to visit compared to Sydney?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Melbourne costs an average of 2.63 GBP, 2% more expensive than Sydney, with a fare of 2.58 GBP,

While train tickets costs 4% more in Melbourne: 2.83 GBP against 2.73 GBP in Sydney.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 12.88 GBP in Melbourne, 17% less than the 15.45 GBP in Sydney.

The price of the coffee is around 1% more expensive in Melbourne, with an average of 2.82 GBP , while in Sydney the coffee costs 2.79 GBP.

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

The most popular months to book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne are January, October and December, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Sydney to Melbourne?

The best time of the year to go to Melbourne when flying from Sydney depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, January is the top 1º month to fly to Melbourne from Sydney in terms of searches from our customer, followed by December and November. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, May, June and September are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Sydney - Melbourne.

How long does the flight take to go from Sydney to Melbourne?

The total flight time between Sydney and Melbourne is of around 1 h and 35 m on average, considering an average distance of 443.3 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Melbourne compared to Sydney?

While in Sydney the temperatures can reach an average of 36.63 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 9 mm ,Melbourne's temperatures can go up to 37.14 ºC during the hot season, with 3 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -1.12 ºC in Melbourne, compared to the 2.8 ºC average degrees reported in Sydney. During the winter period, Sydney can register 3 mm precipitation, while Melbourne have an average of 3 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between Sydney and Melbourne?

The main airport route flying between Sydney and Melbourne is: Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Jetstar.

Virgin Australia.

Qantas Airways.

Alternatively, you can find Sydney - Melbourne flights between Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV) with the following airline(s) flying the route: Jetstar.

Which are the airlines with flights from Sydney to Melbourne?

Airlines with direct flights departing from Sydney to Melbourne are:

Jetstar.
Tiger Airways Australia.
Virgin Australia.

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