Airlines operating flights from Sydney to Melbourne
Jetstar Airways
Qantas Airways Flight deals from Sydney to Melbourne
Find the cheapest direct flight options from Sydney to Melbourne over the next three months. Book one-way tickets from Rs 10,180 and round-trip tickets from Rs 21,784.
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SYD 21:201h 30mDirectAVV 22:50Sydney - Melbourne | Wed, Apr 22 | Jetstar Airways
AVV 20:551h 25mDirectSYD 22:20Melbourne - Sydney | Wed, Apr 29 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 21,784 Rs 31,30230% off30% offRs 31,302 Rs 21,784 -
SYD 21:201h 30mDirectAVV 22:50Sydney - Melbourne | Tue, Apr 21 | Jetstar Airways
AVV 14:551h 25mDirectSYD 16:20Melbourne - Sydney | Thu, Apr 23 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 22,598 Rs 31,30228% off28% offRs 31,302 Rs 22,598 -
SYD 08:101h 35mDirectAVV 09:45Sydney - Melbourne | Wed, Apr 29 | Jetstar Airways
AVV 06:001h 25mDirectSYD 07:25Melbourne - Sydney | Wed, May 6 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 22,720 Rs 31,30227% off27% offRs 31,302 Rs 22,720 -
SYD 21:201h 30mDirectAVV 22:50Sydney - Melbourne | Tue, May 5 | Jetstar Airways
AVV 14:551h 25mDirectSYD 16:20Melbourne - Sydney | Tue, May 12 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 22,84327% offRs 31,302 Rs 22,843 -
SYD 08:101h 35mDirectAVV 09:45Sydney - Melbourne | Wed, May 6 | Jetstar Airways
AVV 06:001h 25mDirectSYD 07:25Melbourne - Sydney | Tue, May 12 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 23,73824% offRs 31,302 Rs 23,738 -
SYD 21:201h 30mDirectAVV 22:50Sydney - Melbourne | Sat, Apr 25 | Jetstar Airways
AVV 20:551h 25mDirectSYD 22:20Melbourne - Sydney | Tue, Apr 28 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 23,98323% offRs 31,302 Rs 23,983 -
SYD 21:201h 30mDirectAVV 22:50Sydney - Melbourne | Mon, Apr 20 | Jetstar Airways
AVV 06:001h 25mDirectSYD 07:25Melbourne - Sydney | Wed, Apr 22 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 24,63421% offRs 31,302 Rs 24,634 -
SYD 21:201h 30mDirectAVV 22:50Sydney - Melbourne | Mon, Apr 27 | Jetstar Airways
AVV 16:401h 30mDirectSYD 18:10Melbourne - Sydney | Wed, Apr 29 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 25,00020% offRs 31,302 Rs 25,000 -
SYD 06:001h 35mDirectAVV 07:35Sydney - Melbourne | Tue, Mar 24 | Jetstar Airways
AVV 06:001h 25mDirectSYD 07:25Melbourne - Sydney | Tue, Mar 31 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 25,00020% offRs 31,302 Rs 25,000 -
SYD 08:101h 35mDirectAVV 09:45Sydney - Melbourne | Tue, Apr 28 | Jetstar Airways
AVV 20:551h 25mDirectSYD 22:20Melbourne - Sydney | Mon, May 4 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 25,04120% offRs 31,302 Rs 25,041 -
SYD 13:0017h 25m1 stopMEL Invalid DateSydney - Melbourne | Thu, Mar 12 | Normal Airline
MEL 15:006hDirectSYD 16:00Melbourne - Sydney | Sat, Mar 14 | Normal AirlineFind more flightsFind more flights
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SYD 08:101h 35mDirectAVV 09:45Sydney - Melbourne | Tue, Apr 28 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 10,180 Rs 16,94940% off40% offRs 16,949 Rs 10,180 -
SYD 08:101h 35mDirectAVV 09:45Sydney - Melbourne | Wed, Apr 29 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 11,238 Rs 16,94934% off34% offRs 16,949 Rs 11,238 -
SYD 21:201h 30mDirectAVV 22:50Sydney - Melbourne | Tue, Apr 21 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 11,238 Rs 16,94934% off34% offRs 16,949 Rs 11,238 -
SYD 21:201h 30mDirectAVV 22:50Sydney - Melbourne | Wed, May 6 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 11,27933% offRs 16,949 Rs 11,279 -
SYD 21:201h 30mDirectAVV 22:50Sydney - Melbourne | Tue, May 5 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 11,27933% offRs 16,949 Rs 11,279 -
SYD 21:201h 30mDirectAVV 22:50Sydney - Melbourne | Wed, Apr 22 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 11,48332% offRs 16,949 Rs 11,483 -
SYD 21:201h 30mDirectAVV 22:50Sydney - Melbourne | Mon, Apr 20 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 12,54126% offRs 16,949 Rs 12,541 -
SYD 21:201h 30mDirectAVV 22:50Sydney - Melbourne | Sat, Apr 25 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 13,07123% offRs 16,949 Rs 13,071 -
SYD 08:101h 35mDirectAVV 09:45Sydney - Melbourne | Thu, May 7 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 13,07123% offRs 16,949 Rs 13,071 -
SYD 21:201h 30mDirectAVV 22:50Sydney - Melbourne | Mon, Apr 27 | Jetstar AirwaysRs 13,55920% offRs 16,949 Rs 13,559 -
SYD 13:0017h 25m1 stopMEL Invalid DateSydney - Melbourne | Thu, Mar 12 | Normal AirlineFind more flightsFind more flights
Displayed flight fares from Sydney to Melbourne are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.
Flight details for Sydney to Melbourne
The distance between Sydney and Melbourne is 704.78 km. It takes around 1 hour 35 minutes on average to fly from Sydney to Melbourne. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in January. The off-season for travel is November.
| Cheapest one-way flight price | Rs 10,180 |
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| Cheapest round-trip ticket price | Rs 21,784 |
| Off-season for travel | November |
| Peak season for travel | January |
| Flight distance | 704.78 km |
| Average flight time | 1 hour 35 minutes |
| Popular airline | Jetstar Airways |
Trip.com price insights on flights from Sydney to Melbourne
What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Sydney to Melbourne?
Based on Trip.com data, the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Melbourne is May, with an average price of Rs 8,632. The most expensive month is usually January, with average prices reaching Rs 12,790.
What is the cheapest month for return flights from Sydney to Melbourne?
Based on Trip.com's historical data, June is often the cheapest month for fly from Sydney to Melbourne, with an average price of Rs 30,974. March is usually the most expensive period, with prices averaging as high as Rs 56,005.
Which day of the week is cheapest to fly from Sydney to Melbourne?
Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Melbourne is Tuesday. The average fare on this day is usually lower than on other days. Try to avoid flying on Friday as fares are usually the highest.
Flight FAQs
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Melbourne (SYD-MEL)?
Based on Trip.com data, Jetstar Airways offers one-way fares as low as Rs 10,180 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SYD to AVV on Tue, Apr 28), while Jetstar Airways offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from Rs 21,784 departing on Wed, Apr 22 and returning on Wed, Apr 29.Which airlines offer direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne?
At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Sydney to Melbourne with the following airlines, including: Jetstar Airways Qantas Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.How long does it take to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL) and what is the distance?
It takes around 1 hour 35 minutes to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL).When is the best time to book flights from Sydney to Melbourne?
By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Sydney to Melbourne is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.How many flights are there per week from Sydney to Melbourne?
Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 574 flight per week flying from Sydney to Melbourne. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Qantas Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- QF405 (06:36)How can I find the best deals on flights from Sydney to Melbourne?
To find best deals on flights from Sydney to Melbourne, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
· Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Tue, Apr 28, with one-way flights priced at just Rs 10,180.
· Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Jetstar Airways.
· Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
· Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
· Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Melbourne travel is around January.
· Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.When are flight tickets from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL) the cheapest?
The cheapest months to fly from Sydney to Melbourne is November, when demand for travel is lower.Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sydney to Melbourne on?
After crunching the numbers on our March flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney to Melbourne on March 10, 2026 with Jetstar Airways, with prices starting at Rs 10,383.Which airports can I fly to for Melbourne from Sydney?
You can land at any one of the following hubs in Melbourne, with Sydney Airport to Melbourne Airport (SYD-MEL) is by far the most common option on this route: Avalon Airport (AVV) Moorabbin (Harry Hawker) Airport (MBW) Essendon Airport (MEB) Melbourne Airport (MEL).Is there any time difference between Sydney and Melbourne?
The time difference between Melbourne and Sydney is 0h.How do I change or cancel my ticket from Sydney to Melbourne?
Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
Trip.com airline insights on flights from Sydney to Melbourne
Which airlines offer the cheapest direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne?
Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the airline offering the cheapest direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne is Jetstar Airways, with an average fare of Rs 30,660.
Which airlines operate the most flights from Sydney to Melbourne?
According to Trip.com data from the past month, the airline with the most flights from Sydney to Melbourne is Qantas Airways, operating 250 flights per week.
How many flights fly from Sydney to Melbourne each day?
Based on Trip.com data from the past month, flights from Sydney to Melbourne are most frequent on Friday, while the fewest flights operate on Saturday.