What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Sydney flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Sydney on average per day?

As of March 2026, there are 227 flights per day flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney. The most common time of day flights depart is 7:00a.m., with 44% of flights taking off at noon.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Sydney flights?

According to our data, Qantas Airways has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 16% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Sydney on average per week?

1,592 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney as of March 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Jetstar and Virgin Australia are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith

How often are flights from Melbourne to Sydney delayed?

Historically, on average around 19% of flights between Melbourne and Sydney have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 87 minutes.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is 2 as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Sydney?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from C$ 147 to C$ 303. The lowest price recently found on this route was C$ 159.

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6:55 p.m. - 8:20 p.m.

MEL

SYD

1h 25mdirect

8:15 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.

SYD

MEL

1h 35mdirect

C$ 159Jetstar

Tue, 21 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr

8:50 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.

MEL

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1h 25mdirect

6:00 a.m. - 7:40 a.m.

SYD

MEL

1h 40mdirect

C$ 164Jetstar

Tue, 24 Mar - Mon, 30 Mar

6:45 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.

MEL

SYD

1h 30mdirect

5:55 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

SYD

MEL

1h 35mdirect

C$ 172Jetstar

Wed, 15 Apr - Wed, 15 Apr

8:05 a.m. - 9:35 a.m.

MEL

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1h 30mdirect

6:30 p.m. - 8:05 p.m.

SYD

MEL

1h 35mdirect

C$ 178Jetstar

Wed, 15 Apr - Wed, 15 Apr

8:50 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.

MEL

SYD

1h 25mdirect

8:15 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.

SYD

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1h 35mdirect

C$ 183Jetstar

Mon, 20 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr

8:50 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.

MEL

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1h 25mdirect

6:00 a.m. - 7:40 a.m.

SYD

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1h 40mdirect

C$ 185Jetstar

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6:00 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

MEL

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7:00 a.m. - 8:40 a.m.

SYD

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1h 40mdirect

C$ 191Jetstar

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7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

MEL

SYD

1h 30mdirect

6:30 a.m. - 8:10 a.m.

SYD

MEL

1h 40mdirect

C$ 197Jetstar

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6:45 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.

MEL

SYD

1h 30mdirect

6:00 a.m. - 7:40 a.m.

SYD

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1h 40mdirect

C$ 212Jetstar

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7:15 p.m. - 8:40 p.m.

MEL

SYD

1h 25mdirect

8:45 p.m. - 10:20 p.m.

SYD

MEL

1h 35mdirect

C$ 213Jetstar

Tue, 31 Mar - Fri, 3 Apr

Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney

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Virgin Australia

23 Apr

MEL8:00 p.m.Melbourne

1h 25m

SYD9:25 p.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

26 Apr

SYD9:00 a.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

1h 35m

MEL10:35 a.m.Melbourne

C$ 247

Virgin Australia

23 Apr

MEL4:30 p.m.Melbourne

1h 25m

SYD5:55 p.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

27 Apr

SYD7:15 a.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

1h 35m

MEL8:50 a.m.Melbourne

C$ 250

Virgin Australia

18 Aug

MEL12:00 p.m.Melbourne

1h 25m

SYD1:25 p.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

19 Aug

SYD7:30 a.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

1h 35m

MEL9:05 a.m.Melbourne

C$ 263

Jetstar flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney

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22 Apr

MEL8:15 p.m.Melbourne

1h 25m

SYD9:40 p.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

29 Apr

SYD4:40 p.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

1h 35m

MEL6:15 p.m.Melbourne

C$ 159

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24 Mar

MEL8:50 p.m.Melbourne

1h 25m

SYD10:15 p.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

30 Mar

SYD6:00 a.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

1h 40m

MEL7:40 a.m.Melbourne

C$ 164

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15 Apr

MEL6:45 a.m.Melbourne

1h 30m

SYD8:15 a.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

15 Apr

SYD5:55 p.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

1h 35m

MEL7:30 p.m.Melbourne

C$ 172

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C$ 159

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C$ 164

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C$ 178

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8:50 p.m.-10:15 p.m.

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8:15 a.m.-9:50 a.m.

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C$ 183

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C$ 185

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6:00 a.m.-7:30 a.m.

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Thu 30/4

7:00 a.m.-8:40 a.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

C$ 191

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MEL - SYD

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Melbourne

Fri 17/4

7:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m.

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/4

6:30 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

C$ 197

MelbourneSydney

MEL - SYD

MELSYD

Melbourne

Fri 10/4

6:45 a.m.-8:15 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 17/4

6:00 a.m.-7:40 a.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

C$ 212

MelbourneSydney

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MELSYD

Melbourne

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7:15 p.m.-8:40 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 3/4

8:45 p.m.-10:20 p.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 213

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Sydney?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of May, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of C$ 145.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sydney?

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne Airport to Sydney is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as C$ 513. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around C$ 2,555.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sydney?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Sydney is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as C$ 186. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Sydney is in the morning when prices are around C$ 1,717.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around C$ 189 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from Melbourne Airport for as low as C$ 140 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Melbourne Airport to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to Sydney flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best price found	C$ 165
Fastest flight time	1h 20m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Sydney	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Sydney from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is C$ 165. The best round-trip flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Sydney found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 331.

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney takes 1h 20m

Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to Sydney every day.

There is 1 airport in Sydney. From Melbourne Airport there are direct flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

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How far is Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?
There are 711.8 km between Melbourne and Sydney Kingsford Smith. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 1h 20m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is 2 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Melbourne Airport to Sydney is Airbus A320-100/200, representing 26.11% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 24.01%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 17.00%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 9.10%.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Melbourne Airport and Sydney, the leading airline is Jetstar, making up 76% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Virgin Australia with 24%.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Jetstar	PriceFrom C$ 126	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 529 reviews		Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom C$ 177	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 446 reviews		Search Virgin Australia flights

Virgin Australia Flights From Melbourne Airport to Sydney
The lowest priced Virgin Australia flight from Melbourne Airport to Sydney from the last 72 hours was C$ 177. Generally, Virgin Australia has 105 flights on this route every week with an average price of C$ 331. Virgin Australia is rated 7.6/10 by our users.
Jetstar Flights From Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Jetstar (6.5/10 from 529 reviews) operates around 84 flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney in any given week. The average Jetstar airfare for this route is around C$ 213, with deals from around C$ 126 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip Melbourne Airport to Sydney flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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