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Overview: Melbourne to Sydney flight
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Flights from Melbourne to Sydney depart on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.
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 705 km |
Average flight duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Flights per day 26 |
Direct flights 20 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
Cheapest month to travel May |
First flight 03:55 |
Last flight 10:55 |
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
The cheapest and fastest flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€32
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Flights per day
1
Distance
705 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 €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Fast flights
Of the 1 flights that leave Melbourne for Sydney onThu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct flights cover the 705 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 Thu, Nov 06 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.
06:40AM1h25
Melbourne08:05AMSydney
€321One-way
0 transfers
06:40AM1h25
Melbourne08:05AMSydney
€321One-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 flight with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €119.
Distance: 705 km
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Most popular Flight | Train | Bus |
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€75 Average price Cheapest | €119 Average price | €87 Average price |
4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m 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
Showing flights for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 5:31 AM
Last updated at 5:31 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:40 AM Melbourne | 1h25 | 8:05 AM Sydney | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:55 AM Melbourne | 1h25 | 12:20 PM Sydney | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Airlines: Jetstar Airways from Melbourne to SydneyFind the best flights between Melbourne to Sydney with Omio's travel partners Jetstar Airways from €29. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
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
FAQs: Take a flight from Melbourne to Sydney hassle-free. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Melbourne to Sydney.
Cheap plane tickets from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD) can start from as little as €34 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD) is €78; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD) flight time is 1 h 20 min covering the 704 km long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The earliest flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD) leaves at 00: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD) leaves at 22: 15.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD) without having to change trains with Jetstar Airways. There are 19 direct flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the route from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD) you can take a flight with Jetstar Airways. Be sure to check out all possible airlines that offer services between Melbourne (MEL) and Sydney (SYD) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD) by plane is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD) including taking a coach or flight.
popular airports
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.
Amenities at airport
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Car Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
6 km
Car connection
Tullamarine Freeway, Exit M2Wifi
- 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
WC
- 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
The major airport for arrivals in Sydney is Sydney. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sydney for your journey to Sydney from Melbourne.
Amenities at airport
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeCar Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
M1, Exit for Airport DriveWifi
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport, with a simple login process.
Shopping
- Shops are located throughout the airport, including duty-free and brands like Heinemann and Tech2Go.
Parking
- Parking available in P1, P2, and P3 for domestic terminals and P7 for intertiol, approximately 5.7€ (AUD 9.50) per hour.
Dining
- Various restaurants are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals, including fast food and gourmet options like McDold's and Wolfgang Puck.
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
Hotel
- Hotels within walking distance, including Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel.
Shower
- Showers are available in the intertiol terminal, with some lounges offering complimentary access.
Lounge
- Lounges available in both terminals, including Qantas and Virgin Australia lounges.
Lost and Found Office
- Lost and Found located in the intertiol terminal, with online forms available for inquiries.
Car Rental
- Car rental services are available at the arrivals area, with companies like Avis and Hertz.
Public transit options for Sydney
- Train, Airport Link, Domestic and Intertiol stations, 10-15 minutes to city center
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