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Overview: Melbourne to Sydney flight

Australia

Flights from Melbourne to Sydney depart on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.

There are 20 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:30, the last at 22:50. The fastest flight covers the 713 km distance in 1h 20m. June is the cheapest month to fly.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

713 km

Average flight duration

1h 27m

Cheapest ticket price

€29

Flights per day

Direct flights

Fastest flight

1h 20m

Cheapest month to travel

June

First flight

05:30

Last flight

22:50

Price information

The cheapest and fastest flights from Melbourne to Sydney

Showing times and prices for Nov 26

Cheapest price

€115

Average price

€368

Fastest journey

1 h 25 m

Average duration

1 h 25 m

Flights per day

Distance

713 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Melbourne to Sydney is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Melbourne to Sydney will cost around €368 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €115.

Fast flights

Of the 79 flights that leave Melbourne for Sydney onWed, Nov 26, 43 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 26 the direct flights cover the 713 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .

On Wed, Nov 26 the longest flights will take 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

JQ612

08:55PM1h25

Avalon

10:20PMSydney

€1151One-way

0 transfers

JQ538

08:50PM1h25

Melbourne

10:15PMSydney

€1551One-way

0 transfers

JQ536

08:30PM1h25

Melbourne

09:55PMSydney

€1551One-way

0 transfers

JQ604

08:10AM1h30

Avalon

09:40AMSydney

€1591One-way

0 transfers

JQ608

10:20AM1h30

Avalon

11:50AMSydney

€1851One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Melbourne to Sydney

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Melbourne to Sydney among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, and a train costs an average of €119.

Distance: 713 km

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Most popular Flight	Train	Bus
€89 Average price	€119 Average price	€87 Average price Cheapest
4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	11h 40m Average total duration 11h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	12h 5m Average total duration 11h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Melbourne to Sydney flight times

The table below shows live departures for Melbourne to Sydney flights for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

Last updated at 4:27 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
VA855	4:30 AM Melbourne	1h25	5:55 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA859	5:00 AM Melbourne	1h25	6:25 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA863	5:30 AM Melbourne	1h25	6:55 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
JQ444 · JQ419	5:45 AM Melbourne	5h30	11:15 AM Sydney	1 transfer
VA867	6:00 AM Melbourne	1h25	7:25 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA869	6:15 AM Melbourne	1h25	7:40 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA237 · VA439	6:20 AM Melbourne	4h00	10:20 AM Sydney	1 transfer
VA237 · VA441	6:20 AM Melbourne	5h00	11:20 AM Sydney	1 transfer
VA237 · VA413	6:20 AM Melbourne	18h35	12:55 AM Sydney	1 transfer
VA237 · VA431	6:20 AM Melbourne	26h10	8:30 AM Sydney	1 transfer
JQ526	6:25 AM Melbourne	1h30	7:55 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA871	6:30 AM Melbourne	1h25	7:55 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA875	7:00 AM Melbourne	1h25	8:25 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
JQ528	7:10 AM Melbourne	1h30	8:40 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA241 · VA441	7:20 AM Melbourne	4h00	11:20 AM Sydney	1 transfer
VA241 · VA413	7:20 AM Melbourne	17h35	12:55 AM Sydney	1 transfer
VA241 · VA431	7:20 AM Melbourne	25h10	8:30 AM Sydney	1 transfer
VA241 · VA439	7:20 AM Melbourne	27h00	10:20 AM Sydney	1 transfer
VA879	7:30 AM Melbourne	1h25	8:55 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
JQ530	7:55 AM Melbourne	1h30	9:25 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA883	8:00 AM Melbourne	1h25	9:25 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
JQ532	8:20 AM Melbourne	1h30	9:50 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
JQ536	9:30 AM Melbourne	1h25	10:55 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
JQ538	9:50 AM Melbourne	1h25	11:15 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
JQ612	9:55 AM Avalon	1h25	11:20 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA897	10:00 AM Melbourne	1h25	11:25 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA803	7:00 PM Melbourne	1h25	8:25 PM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA303 · VA908	7:00 PM Melbourne	26h40	9:40 PM Sydney	1 transfer
VA303 · VA904	7:00 PM Melbourne	26h10	9:10 PM Sydney	1 transfer
VA303 · VA916	7:00 PM Melbourne	27h40	10:40 PM Sydney	1 transfer
VA303 · VA900	7:00 PM Melbourne	25h45	8:45 PM Sydney	1 transfer
JQ500	7:00 PM Melbourne	1h30	8:30 PM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA303 · VA990	7:00 PM Melbourne	16h25	11:25 AM Sydney	1 transfer
VA303 · VA912	7:00 PM Melbourne	27h10	10:10 PM Sydney	1 transfer
JQ602	7:00 PM Avalon	1h25	8:25 PM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA303 · VA958	7:00 PM Melbourne	11h40	6:40 AM Sydney	1 transfer
JQ430 · JQ409	7:10 PM Melbourne	7h30	2:40 AM Sydney	1 transfer
VA805	7:15 PM Melbourne	1h25	8:40 PM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA807	7:30 PM Melbourne	1h25	8:55 PM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA307 · VA900	7:40 PM Melbourne	25h05	8:45 PM Sydney	1 transfer
JQ502	7:45 PM Melbourne	1h30	9:15 PM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA811	8:00 PM Melbourne	1h25	9:25 PM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA813	8:15 PM Melbourne	1h25	9:40 PM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
JQ504	8:25 PM Melbourne	1h30	9:55 PM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA815	8:30 PM Melbourne	1h25	9:55 PM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA817	8:45 PM Melbourne	1h25	10:10 PM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA819	9:00 PM Melbourne	1h25	10:25 PM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
JQ604	9:10 PM Avalon	1h30	10:40 PM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
JQ506	9:15 PM Melbourne	1h30	10:45 PM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA823	9:30 PM Melbourne	1h25	10:55 PM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA1316 · VA1533	9:35 PM Melbourne	5h50	3:25 AM Sydney	1 transfer
VA259 · VA669	9:50 PM Melbourne	11h15	9:05 AM Sydney	1 transfer
VA827	10:00 PM Melbourne	1h25	11:25 PM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
JQ510	10:20 PM Melbourne	1h30	11:50 PM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA733 · VA518	10:40 PM Melbourne	4h10	2:50 AM Sydney	1 transfer
VA733 · VA524	10:40 PM Melbourne	6h10	4:50 AM Sydney	1 transfer
VA735 · VA524	11:10 PM Melbourne	5h40	4:50 AM Sydney	1 transfer
JQ434 · JQ415	11:10 PM Melbourne	8h10	7:20 AM Sydney	1 transfer
JQ608	11:20 PM Avalon	1h30	12:50 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA1035 · VA494	11:20 PM Melbourne	8h35	7:55 AM Sydney	1 transfer
JQ512	12:05 AM Melbourne	1h25	1:30 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA739 · VA524	12:10 AM Melbourne	4h40	4:50 AM Sydney	1 transfer
JQ438 · JQ415	12:15 AM Melbourne	7h05	7:20 AM Sydney	1 transfer
VA267 · VA669	1:30 AM Melbourne	7h35	9:05 AM Sydney	1 transfer
JQ514	2:05 AM Melbourne	1h25	3:30 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
JQ440 · JQ417	2:10 AM Melbourne	8h00	10:10 AM Sydney	1 transfer
VA849	3:00 AM Melbourne	1h25	4:25 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
JQ518	3:20 AM Melbourne	1h25	4:45 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
JQ520	3:50 AM Melbourne	1h25	5:15 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
JQ610	4:00 AM Avalon	1h25	5:25 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
VA853	4:00 AM Melbourne	1h25	5:25 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
JQ522	4:25 AM Melbourne	1h25	5:50 AM Sydney	0 transfersDirect
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The best time to book your flight from Melbourne to Sydney is 35 days before departure. See how prices for flights change on the Melbourne to Sydney route.

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Jetstar Airways

About

Jetstar Airways is an Australian low-cost airline headquartered in Melbourne and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Qantas Group. Established in 2003, it began domestic passenger services in May 2004 and expanded to international services in December 2005. Jetstar operates an extensive domestic and international network, serving over 75 destinations with more than 4,000 flights a week. The airline utilizes a fleet primarily consisting of Airbus A320 family aircraft and Boeing 787 Dreamliners. Jetstar is part of Qantas' two-brand strategy, positioning itself in the low-cost market while Qantas Airways focuses on the premium full-service market. The Jetstar Group also includes joint ventures like Jetstar Asia in Singapore and Jetstar Japan.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 20m

Cheapest Price

€29

Jetstar Airways frequency

22 a day

Luggage included

One carry-on bag (7kg) for Starter fares

Additional luggage

Up to 40kg additional checked baggage can be purchased

Cancellation Policy

Starter fares are non-refundable. FareCredit available for cancellations made within 24 hours of departure on higher fare types

Pregnant on board

Pregnant passengers can travel up to the end of the 32nd week. For multiple pregnancies, travel is permitted until the end of the 28th week. Medical clearance required after 28 weeks

Unaccompagned minor

Children aged 5-11 can travel unaccompanied on direct flights only. Service must be booked in advance and fees apply

Amenities on board the airplane

Food sold onboard

Accessibility

Jetstar provides assistance for passengers with disabilities, including wheelchair assistance and special seating arrangements

Pets

Pets are not allowed in the cabin or as checked baggage except for service animals

Entertaiment on board

FAQs: Melbourne to Sydney Flight

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Melbourne to Sydney by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sydney, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The first flight from Melbourne to Sydney leaves at 05: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last flight from Melbourne to Sydney leaves at 23: 30.

When taking a flight from Melbourne to Sydney, you can count on Jetstar Airways or Qantas Airways for the best way to get you to Sydney. You can also check all possible airlines who offer a service from Melbourne to Sydney and compare the amenities they offer before buying a plane ticket.

Flights from Melbourne to Sydney generally leave from Melbourne and arrive in Sydney.

Melbourne is 22 km away from Melbourne city centre and Sydney is 11.4 km from Sydney city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Melbourne to Sydney by plane is May.

Yes, you can take a flight from Melbourne to Sydney.

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Popular airports from Melbourne to Sydney

Melbourne

Sydney

The major airport for departures in Melbourne is Melbourne. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Melbourne for your trip from Melbourne to Sydney.

Melbourne (MEL) Wifi

Amenities at airport

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Shower

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Car Rental

information

Address

Melbourne Airport, Departure Dr, Melbourne Airport VIC 3045, Australia

Distance to city center

6 km

Car connection

Tullamarine Freeway, Exit M2

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.

Shopping

Shops available in terminal 2, including duty-free and fashion stores.

Parking

Parking available at terminal Car Parks, approximately 3€ (AUD 5) per hour.

Dining

Various restaurants in terminal 2, including Asian and Italian cuisines.

Taxis

Available outside the terminal.

Accessibility

Ramps, assistance

Available throughout the airport.

Hotel

Hotels within walking distance, including ParkRoyal Melbourne Airport.

Shower

Showers available in terminal 2, free of charge.

Lounge

Lounges available in terminal 2, including Qantas and Virgin Australia lounges.

Lost and Found Office

Lost and Found located in terminal 2, near the check-in area.

Car Rental

Car rental services available in terminal 1, including Avis and Hertz.

Public transit options for Melbourne

SkyBus, Melbourne City Express, 30 minutes to Southern Cross Station

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