SYD - MEL

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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sydney to Melbourne that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Melbourne

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to Melbourne.
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07:00 - 08:40SYD-MEL
1h 40mdirect
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11:10 - 12:40MEL-SYD
1h 30mdirect
$150Jetstar
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Wed, 7 May - Wed, 14 May
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07:00 - 08:40SYD-MEL
1h 40mdirect
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17:30 - 19:00MEL-SYD
1h 30mdirect
$153Jetstar
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Wed, 7 May - Sat, 10 May
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06:00 - 07:40SYD-MEL
1h 40mdirect
Jetstar Logo
11:20 - 12:50MEL-SYD
1h 30mdirect
$155Jetstar
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Fri, 30 May - Sun, 1 Jun
Jetstar Logo
19:45 - 21:20SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
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13:55 - 15:20MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
$156Jetstar
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Sat, 7 Jun - Sat, 14 Jun
Jetstar Logo
19:45 - 21:20SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
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18:55 - 20:20MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
$158Jetstar
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Sat, 7 Jun - Wed, 11 Jun
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08:00 - 09:35SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
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06:45 - 08:15MEL-SYD
1h 30mdirect
Sat, 10 May - Sun, 11 May
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19:00 - 20:35SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
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06:45 - 08:15MEL-SYD
1h 30mdirect
Sat, 10 May - Sun, 11 May
Virgin Australia Logo
17:00 - 18:35SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
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07:30 - 08:55MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
$250Virgin Australia
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Sat, 7 Jun - Mon, 9 Jun
Virgin Australia Logo
06:45 - 08:20SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
17:00 - 18:25MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
$275Virgin Australia
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Fri, 16 May - Fri, 16 May
Qantas Airways Logo
17:30 - 19:05SYD-MEL
1h 35mdirect
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09:35 - 11:00MEL-SYD
1h 25mdirect
$341Qantas Airways
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Sun, 25 May - Sun, 1 Jun

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.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
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 Monday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is February, where tickets cost $160 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $243 and $236 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of $1,047, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Low season

August

High season

January

Cheapest flight

$66
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 0% lower on average.
Flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

When to book flights from Sydney to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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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 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Melbourne Airport was $42 for a one-way ticket and $96 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, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • 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 $291 and an overall rating of 7.5, Virgin Australia is the most popular choice. Qantas Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $381 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.

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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 $127 or less one-way and $223 or less round-trip.
  • Sydney’s Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) has two domestic terminals. If you’re flying to Melbourne (MEL) with Qantas, you should be in Terminal 3; if you’re flying with any other airline (like Virgin Australia, Jetstar, TigerAir and Rex), you’ll likely need to head to Terminal 2.
  • Sydney Airport has a convenient, onsite pet hotel for passengers who can’t bring their pet on their travels. Hanrob Pet Hotel offers both long-term and short-term accommodation, and the staff provide a premium level of care for pets.
  • You’ll find park-and-ride, short-term and long-term parking at Sydney Airport. If you’d like to leave your car at the airport during your trip to Melbourne, you’ll need the long-term car park, which can be found in building P3. The cost varies between A$ 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.
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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

ANA, Air Canada, Air India, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air India, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air India, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air India, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air India, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air India, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air India, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

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Direct returns

Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air India, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air India, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air India, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air India, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air India, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air India, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air India, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

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Top 4 airlines serving from Sydney to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sydney to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sydney to Melbourne? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
9.4
RexOverall score based on 27 reviews
6.9Entertainment
9.6Crew
8.6Comfort
8.0Food
9.1Boarding
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Fantastic staff and plane Only issue was flying out from terminal 2 at Perth nothing was open to get food or drink, we were there 3 hours early with 2 kids and not prepared to not be able to purchase food or drinks. Having self check in and bag drop would be wonderful too, as we had to wait for staff to arrive to check in despite checking in online the day before . Nothing major but would have made a great trip fantastic!

10.0 ExcellentBec, July 2024PER - ADL
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Fantastic staff and plane Only issue was flying out from terminal 2 at Perth nothing was open to get food or drink, we were there 3 hours early with 2 kids and not prepared to not be able to purchase food or drinks. Having self check in and bag drop would be wonderful too, as we had to wait for staff to arrive to check in despite checking in online the day before . Nothing major but would have made a great trip fantastic!

Enjoyed the comfort of the seats, slight delay to departure time but prompt takeoff and landing.

It asks about entertainment tho it’s not applicable. 10/10 for Rex 👌🏻

Not sure how to answer on the entertainment as there wasn’t any.. Comfort, I wasn’t comfortable as I was on the window side and a morbidly obese man sat in the middle and eased out into my space. I had sciatica so I wasn’t able to move much to get comfortable. Food wise I have a wheat allergy and asked if there was a gluten free option and was given a Byron bay cookie which was lovely tho it wasn’t wheat free. Not to worry. I wasn’t expecting there to be any appropriate snacks for me anyhow. The staff were very generous with the snacks and their concern for the passengers. The staff were amazing tho. Truly amazing ! One of the staff must have noticed my discomfort and helped me out to stand in the back of the plane to stretch which I really appreciated. I would fly with REX again without hesitation. Thank you very much. It was my first flight with you and I look forward to my return flight home on Tuesday. Best wishes to your company 👌🏻

All good, was a one hour flight so no food or entertainment which was expected

Rex is an underrated airline. Its my first time flying them and they were fantastic. the only things that annoyed me about my flight were things other passengers did so it was nothing i or REX could change

Really enjoyed flying with Rex the boarding and booking baggage on was easier than most. I will beat using Rex next time.

On time and a quick flight and staff vert good

Airport and crew experience was excellent. We had to queue for the runway - no one’s fault, but it did mean we were 30 minutes late leaving

Overall good experience with flight and airport wheelchair staff. Also got Indian food in the flights

Friendly staff, surprisingly good premium economy seats allowing good sleep/ snooze opportunity and very good menu.

Very good as always, stand out airline. The passengers whom choose to stuff baggage that otherwise should be checked-in is a real bother but that's not the airlines doing. A real frustration that passengers just don't want to check-in luggage. This is a pet hate unfortunately.

It’s a two prop flight so I had problems with my ears on re- entering ! But otherwise fine

I love flying with Qantas. There was no onscreen entertaining on this flight, and only a snack provided (not a meal) but still better than Jetstar or Virgin (in my opinion) so still happy.

Wheelchair assistance to move through the terminals and to/from the plane door was excellent. No vegan snack on the flight, only something with salami and cheese in it.

The old Plane had not been cleaned properly in a long time.

Planes was old - business class seats looked like they were installed in the 80s

Our baggage didn’t arrive with us on the plane. Need I say more?

Gluten free options less explicit on business class, but great service

Very good… seems the virgin staff particularly in the lounge and in flight exceeded expectations.

I liked everything about the experience but would have liked some free snacks!

Crew was great but flight was delayed almost three hours due to a technical issue and we had to go back to the terminal and wait for another one.

Being told why we delayed three hours and not even given an apology by someone. Not a word. Not my airline of choice ever.

Checked Baggage line up was long but moved quickly, rest of the process, boarding, crew was excellent

Virgin has always provided a smooth and comfortable flight. This one was no different. Seats are comfortable. Staff are great. This is my favourite airline.

Virgin changed the flight to an Alliance flight. Smaller plane, tea coffee and water the only refreshments available and not sure what happened to the extra money I paid to sit in a selected seat with extra leg room. This is obviously a regular switch as it happened on our flight there and back. Do not recommend.

Late boarding, late departure due to weather and slow boarding, packed 5+hour flight, only 2 toilets for main cabin, tight leg room, no free food except tea, coffee, and water, arrived 75 minutes late.

Cramped, crowded flight, with no complimentary food except coffee, tea, or water.

Overall, it was good. The only concern was that I couldn't charge my phone because the USB port didn't work after we took off. One of the crew members tried to restart it but never came back to me with an update.

Comfortable seats, boarding was easy and staff were very nice.

Flight was fine but a domestic flight was called by Jetstar international. This meant going through immigration and custom scanning twice. Long queues were experienced which were frustrating. We were using a wheelchair and exit at Perth needed a scissor lift as no air bridge provided. No fast lane at Perth for wheelchair. The staff were helpful but this system is poor.

The crew were great. The seat was older than an old Holden with a big metal bar sticking right into my back. The passenger next to me complained that hers was the same. The pre purchase system for food was disappointing as the pie/quiche took 20 mins to warm up, arrived too hot and with no utensils. It was one of the most uncomfortable flights I've ever been on.

Not very good, no food and not drink ( caffe or tea). Never ever fly with jet star.

Fabulous I have no issues with JetStar great service always use them to fly

Flight was as expected - we got what we paid for which was a base fare

Hardly we had overweight and we were asked to pay $75. We were checked by a female and weight was alright

Unaware of charge for carry on until i got to gate

I got what I paid for - flight was clean, staff were friendly

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