MEL → SYD
Cheap flights from Melbourne to Sydney
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MEL → SYD
FROM $44 · 1h 25m · DIRECT
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Flights to Sydney from Melbourne: what the fares show
Melbourne to Sydney starts at $44 one-way in our latest price check, a Jetstar fare, departing May 31, 2027 on a non-stop flight. Across the 8 months we track, May 2027 is the cheapest month to fly (from $44) and November 2026 the most expensive (from $79), a difference of $35. Non-stop fares appear in our data from $44, so the cheapest option here is also a direct flight. The quickest non-stop flight in our data takes about 1h 25m. Low fares we found on this route include Jetstar.
Fares are searched across every airport we group under Melbourne (AVV, MEL): check the departure and arrival airport on the seller's site.
Prices are in US dollars, one-way, economy, per adult, from recent traveler searches, checked . Fares change often; the price you pay is confirmed on the airline's or agency's site.
- Route
- MEL → SYD
- Lowest fare found
- $44 one-way
- Cheapest month
- May 2027
- Non-stop fares
- From $44
- Typical stops
- Non-stop
- Fastest itinerary
- 1h 25m
- Airlines in our data
- Jetstar
- Price range in our data
- $44 – $79
- Fares checked
Prices by date
| Date | Lowest fare |
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Lowest fares found recently for each departure day. Live prices may differ.
Melbourne to Sydney fares by departure date
The 30 cheapest departure days in the fares we tracked for the coming weeks, one-way per adult, checked .
Cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Sydney
Lowest one-way economy fare per adult found for each departure month, checked November 13, 2026. Select a month to search that date.
| Month | Cheapest day | From | Airline | Stops | Duration | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | $79 | Jetstar | Non-stop | 1h 25m | Search November 24, 2026 | |
| December 2026 | $47 | Jetstar | Non-stop | 1h 25m | Search December 8, 2026 | |
| January 2027 | $47 | Jetstar | Non-stop | 1h 25m | Search January 12, 2027 | |
| February 2027 | $46 | Jetstar | Non-stop | 1h 25m | Search February 3, 2027 | |
| March 2027 | $52 | Jetstar | Non-stop | 1h 25m | Search March 23, 2027 | |
| April 2027 | $53 | Jetstar | Non-stop | 1h 30m | Search April 29, 2027 | |
| May 2027 Cheapest | $44 | Jetstar | Non-stop | 1h 25m | Search May 31, 2027 | |
| September 2027 | $54 | Jetstar | Non-stop | 1h 25m | Search September 11, 2027 |
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Melbourne to Sydney flights: FAQ
How much is a flight from Melbourne to Sydney?
The cheapest one-way fare we found recently is $44 (non-stop, departing May 31, 2027). Fares change with demand and the date you book, so run a search to see today's prices for your dates.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?
In our latest data, May 2027 has the lowest fares (from $44) and November 2026 the highest (from $79). The table above lists the lowest fare we found for each month.
Are there direct flights from Melbourne to Sydney?
Yes. Non-stop fares from Melbourne to Sydney appear in our recent data from $44. Schedules change, so check the live results for your dates.
Which airlines sold the cheapest fares from Melbourne to Sydney?
In our recent fare data the low fares were sold by Jetstar. On a connecting trip the airline named may fly only part of the journey; live results show every carrier.
How long does it take to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?
The quickest itinerary among the fares we tracked takes 1h 25m; each result shows its total travel time.
Does Flicket sell the tickets?
No. Flicket is a flight search site. We compare fares from airlines and travel agencies, and you book directly with the airline or agency you choose, on their website and under their terms.
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