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Cheapest return fare
$166
Typical prices: $158-$283
Jetstar
Wed 23/9Tue 29/9
SYD - MEL • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$80
Typical prices: $94-$197
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Sun 20/9
SYD - MEL • Direct
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You can fly direct with Jetstar, Qantas Airways, and Virgin Australia. Average duration is 1h 35m
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Melbourne (SYD-MEL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Melbourne

Wed, 23 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
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06:30 - 08:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MEL Melbourne
1h 40mdirect
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20:50 - 22:15MEL  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 25mdirect
$166Jetstar
Thu, 17 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep
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06:30 - 08:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MEL Melbourne
1h 40mdirect
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06:45 - 08:15MEL  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 30mdirect
$166Jetstar
Mon, 21 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep
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06:30 - 08:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MEL Melbourne
1h 40mdirect
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20:50 - 22:15MEL  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 25mdirect
$169Jetstar
Tue, 5 Jan - Sun, 10 Jan
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18:00 - 19:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MEL Melbourne
1h 40mdirect
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11:00 - 12:25MEL  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 25mdirect
$199Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Feb - Sun, 7 Feb
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06:00 - 07:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MEL Melbourne
1h 35mdirect
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14:00 - 15:25MEL  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 25mdirect
$199Multiple Airlines
Wed, 13 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
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22:10 - 23:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MEL Melbourne
1h 30mdirect
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21:00 - 22:25MEL  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 25mdirect
$200Multiple Airlines
Thu, 7 Jan - Mon, 11 Jan
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19:30 - 21:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MEL Melbourne
1h 35mdirect
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09:00 - 10:25MEL  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 25mdirect
$207Virgin Australia
Fri, 5 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
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07:45 - 09:20SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MEL Melbourne
1h 35mdirect
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10:00 - 11:25MEL  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 25mdirect
$210Virgin Australia
Sun, 24 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
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22:00 - 23:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MEL Melbourne
1h 35mdirect
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20:10 - 21:35MEL  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 25mdirect
$218Qantas Airways
Fri, 12 Feb - Thu, 18 Feb
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22:00 - 23:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MEL Melbourne
1h 35mdirect
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20:10 - 21:35MEL  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
1h 25mdirect
$235Qantas Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to Melbourne flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Melbourne Airport from Sydney usually cost between $152 and $266 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $166 on Jetstar (17 Sept–22 Sept).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

If you are looking for a flight deal from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), look for departures on Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is February, where tickets cost $197 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $252 and $252 respectively.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 35% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$80
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive on average)
Flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

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FAQs for booking Sydney to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) flights

  • Is there a train between the Sydney CBD and Kingsford Smith Airport?

    If you’re after a quick and easy way to get from the Sydney CBD to Kingsford Smith Airport, the AirportLink train departs from city stations every 10-15min. The journey takes around 13min from Central Station, and you can tap on and off at the stations with an Opal card or credit card. The adult fare is usually between A$ 16 and A$ 20, depending on whether you travel during peak hours.

  • Are there any rideshare companies operating at Melbourne Airport?

    There are a number of rideshare companies permitted to pick up passengers from Melbourne Airport. Rideshare providers meet passengers in two locations, depending on which terminal you arrive at. Qantas and Virgin Australia passengers will arrive in Terminals 1 and 3 and can meet rideshare drivers at Lane 1 of the forecourt, outside the arrivals hall. TigerAir, Jetstar, Rex and AirNorth passengers will arrive in Terminal 4 and can meet rideshare drivers on Level 2 of Terminal 4 Ground Transport Hub.

  • What parking options are there at Melbourne Airport?

    Parking at Melbourne Airport offers you the choice of value car parks and at terminal parking for the budget conscious driver, while the business car park and premium car park provide the convenience of being closer to the terminals and valet parking is an option for those who prefer more luxurious service.

  • How do I get downtown from Avalon Airport?

    The Skybus Avalon City Express is the best mode of public transport to Southern Cross Station in downtown Melbourne, but it will take almost two hours to complete the 56-kilometre journey. There is also a taxi rank outside the terminal and a dedicated spot for those using Uber, both of which require about 45 minutes to complete the trip.

  • Are there any onsite hotels at Melbourne Airport?

    Yes, there is the 276-room PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport hotel, which is connected to both domestic and international terminals by skybridge walkways and is perfectly situated for the busy business traveller or short stay visitor. The PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport also has dedicated conference centre and meeting room facilities if required.

  • How do I get to Rod Laver Arena from Melbourne Airport?

    Travelling on to Rod Laver Arena after your flight from Sydney to Melbourne? If so, you should know that there is the Jayride Shuttle that connects directly with the venue in about 20 minutes, which takes about the same time by taxi, Uber or rental car. There are also bus and train options, however they are less convenient, even if less expensive.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport was $80 for a one-way ticket and $166 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Sydney and Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Sydney from Sydney Kingsford Smith and will be arriving at Melbourne.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Sydney and Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine).

  • On which days can I fly direct from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    There are direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to Melbourne, Virgin Australia or Qantas Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Melbourne are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of $302 and an overall rating of 7.6, Virgin Australia is the most popular choice. Qantas Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $350 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine).

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $128 or less one-way and $202 or less round-trip.
  • Sydney’s Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) has two domestic terminals. If you’re flying to Melbourne (MEL) with Qantas, you should be in Terminal 3; if you’re flying with any other airline (like Virgin Australia, Jetstar, TigerAir and Rex), you’ll likely need to head to Terminal 2.
  • Sydney Airport has a convenient, onsite pet hotel for passengers who can’t bring their pet on their travels. Hanrob Pet Hotel offers both long-term and short-term accommodation, and the staff provide a premium level of care for pets.
  • You’ll find park-and-ride, short-term and long-term parking at Sydney Airport. If you’d like to leave your car at the airport during your trip to Melbourne, you’ll need the long-term car park, which can be found in building P3. The cost varies between A$ 9 and A$ 89 per day, depending on the length of your stay. Weekend trips may be eligible for a flat rate of A$ 79.
  • The City of Melbourne is served by four airports but only two of them handle the bulk of domestic and international flights: Melbourne International Airport (MEL), otherwise known as Melbourne Airport and Avalon International Airport (AVV) or Avalon Airport, and Jetstar Airways provides flights from Sydney to Melbourne to both.
  • Parents travelling with children on flights from Sydney to Melbourne should know that Sydney Airport has parents rooms and nursing facilities located near the baggage reclaim areas of the airport and there are also four children’s play areas in the International terminal including at Gates 32, 50 and 59.
  • International travellers connecting at Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD), otherwise known as Sydney Airport, should be aware that the international terminal (T1) is separated from the domestic terminals (T2 & T3), with a shuttle service provided between them by T-Bus, so factor sufficient transfer time when planning your flights.
  • Need a bite to eat while at Sydney Airport? If so, the airport offers a wide variety of choices, such as Chur Burger and Coopers Alehouse at Terminal 2 or Bar Roma and Bar Corretto located at Terminal 3, as well as Taste of Thai and Heineken House at International terminal 1.
  • Passengers looking to enjoy a refreshing shower before their flight from Sydney to Melbourne can enjoy one of several locations on the Sydney Airport premises. The Departures hall has shower facilities near check-in counters A and K and there are also showers near Gate 31, Gate 51 and Gate 24 which is a men-only facility.

Prefer to fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne

Monday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

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Direct returns

Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

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