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.

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

The number of flights available between Sydney and Melbourne Airport is 208 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 8:00a.m., with 50% of daily flights leaving at noon.

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Melbourne 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.

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

Virgin Australia is the most popular carrier operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne

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

According to our data, Virgin Australia has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 18% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of December 2025, 1,459 flights take off from Sydney and land in Melbourne Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 21% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How often are flights from Sydney to Melbourne delayed?

Historically, on average around 19% of flights between Sydney and Melbourne have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 93 minutes.

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

Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne Airport are updated daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne Airport is 2 as of December 2025.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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9 Jan

SYD6:00 a.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

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MEL5:45 p.m.Melbourne

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SYD7:10 p.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

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6 Feb

SYD7:15 a.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

1h 35m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Melbourne Airport from Sydney during May instead. Flights to Melbourne Airport in May, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around C$ 141.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as C$ 221. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around C$ 307. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Melbourne Airport.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Melbourne Airport is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as C$ 152. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of C$ 294.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around C$ 184 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from Sydney for as low as C$ 142 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

As of December 2025, prices for Sydney to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 1% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sydney to Melbourne Airport

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The best one-way flight to Melbourne Airport from Sydney in the past 72 hours is C$ 114. The best round-trip flight deal from Sydney to Melbourne Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 230.

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How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne by plane?
The distance between Sydney Kingsford Smith and Melbourne is about 711.8 km. By plane, this route typically takes 1h 30m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne Airport is 2 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is Airbus A320-100/200 (22.57% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (21.09%), Airbus A321neo (16.74%), and Airbus A321-100/200 (14.48%).
What is the most popular airline from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Sydney and Melbourne Airport, the leading airline is Jetstar, making up 85% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Virgin Australia with 15%.

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Jetstar	PriceFrom C$ 103	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 490 reviews		Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom C$ 160	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 426 reviews		Search Virgin Australia flights

Virgin Australia Flights From Sydney to Melbourne Airport
Virgin Australia is one of the most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Melbourne Airport, operating 89 flights/week on average for this route. A good Virgin Australia flight deal for Sydney to Melbourne Airport starts from C$ 160 round-trip, up to an average price of C$ 318. Our users have rated Virgin Australia at 7.6/10.
Jetstar Flights From Sydney to Melbourne Airport
Another popular option for Sydney to Melbourne Airport flights is Jetstar (6.6/10, 490 ratings). Jetstar flies from Sydney to Melbourne Airport around 100 times per week, with deals starting from C$ 103 round-trip and rising to an average price of around C$ 166.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Melbourne Airport from Sydney during May instead. Flights to Melbourne Airport in May, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around C$ 141.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Melbourne Airport is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as C$ 152. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of C$ 294.

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

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

As of December 2025, prices for Sydney to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 1% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Virgin Australia is the most popular carrier operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne

How often are flights from Sydney to Melbourne delayed?

Historically, on average around 19% of flights between Sydney and Melbourne have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 93 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Melbourne 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.

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.

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

According to our data, Virgin Australia has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 18% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

The number of flights available between Sydney and Melbourne Airport is 208 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 8:00a.m., with 50% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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

As of December 2025, 1,459 flights take off from Sydney and land in Melbourne Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 21% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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