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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Melbourne?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?
In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $167. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of August, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $172.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?
Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $278. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Sunday is $300.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is in the evening. Flights from Sydney to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $196. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $251. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.
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?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from Sydney when booking 24 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $202 when searching 24 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from Sydney for as low as $161 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne flights?
There are 4 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.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne?
Jetstar and Virgin Australia are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne
Which airlines fly to Melbourne?
Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Rex are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from Sydney according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 83% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Sydney to Melbourne on average per day?
As of February 2025, 272 flights take off from Sydney and land in Melbourne each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 08:00, with 44% of daily flights taking off at midday.
How many flights depart from Sydney to Melbourne on average per week?
The number of flights available between Sydney and Melbourne is 1,910 per week as of February 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
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How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne by plane?
A flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne will travel around 711.8 km. Flights usually cover this in 1h 30m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne?
The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne is 4 as of February 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne?
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 stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Melbourne 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 licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
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| Airline | Rating | Free cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $104 | Free cancellation | Rating 6.6 440 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $138 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 416 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $157 | Free cancellation | Rating 9.4 27 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $214 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.4 813 reviews |
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We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from Sydney to Melbourne for you.
Can I find flights from Sydney to Melbourne with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Melbourne from Sydney with this policy.
How can momondo help me find flights from Sydney to Melbourne?
Once you have performed a search for Sydney to Melbourne flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
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If you are simply researching potential flights to Melbourne, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Melbourne from Sydney and alert you when they change.