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Cheapest round-trip
$1,745
Typical prices: $1,558-$2,150
Delta
Sun 1/14Tue 2/6
SYD - MLB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$846
Typical prices: $1,341-$1,463
American Airlines
Sun 11/25
SYD - MLB • 2 stops
When to travel
February
Cheapest • 17% price drop
October
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Melbourne (SYD-MLB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sydney to Melbourne

Thu, Jan 14 - Sat, Feb 6
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1:35 pm - 11:54 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLB Melbourne
26h 19m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:48 pm - 6:50 amMLB  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
44h 02m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles
$1,745Delta
Thu, Jan 14 - Sat, Feb 6
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2:05 pm - 10:27 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLB Melbourne
24h 22m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
Qantas Airways Logo
6:00 am - 8:15 amMLB  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 15m3 stops Charlotte Douglas New York John F Kennedy Intl Auckland Intl
$1,943Qantas Airways
Tue, Feb 2 - Thu, Feb 4
Delta Logo
10:40 am - 11:54 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLB Melbourne
29h 14m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 8:30 amMLB  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles
$1,946Delta
Thu, Jan 14 - Sat, Feb 6
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6:55 am - 5:26 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLB Melbourne
26h 31m3 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:56 pm - 10:20 amMLB  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 24m3 stops Charlotte Douglas Los Angeles Brisbane
$2,158Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Thu, Feb 4
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2:05 pm - 10:27 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLB Melbourne
24h 22m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:56 pm - 10:20 amMLB  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 24m3 stops Charlotte Douglas Los Angeles Brisbane
$2,318Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Thu, Feb 4
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8:30 am - 10:27 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLB Melbourne
29h 57m3 stops Melbourne Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:56 pm - 10:20 amMLB  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 24m3 stops Charlotte Douglas Los Angeles Brisbane
$2,334Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 17
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11:10 am - 11:18 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLB Melbourne
28h 08m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:56 am - 9:00 amMLB  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 04m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Los Angeles
$2,417Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Sun, Nov 29
American Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 11:09 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLB Melbourne
27h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 9:00 amMLB  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 33m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Los Angeles
$2,427American Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Sun, Nov 29
American Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 11:09 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLB Melbourne
27h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 9:00 amMLB  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 33m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Los Angeles
$2,429American Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Sun, Nov 29
American Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 11:09 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MLB Melbourne
27h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 9:00 amMLB  Melbourne-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 33m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Los Angeles
$2,430American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sydney to Melbourne flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Sydney to Melbourne?

Round-trip flights from Sydney to Melbourne typically range from $1,558 to $2,150. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,745, on Delta.

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Key details for Sydney to Melbourne flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$846
Beat the crowds with an average 75% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Sydney to Melbourne

When to book flights from Sydney to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Sydney to Melbourne flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Melbourne?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Sydney to Melbourne changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,745 to $8,644. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Sydney to Melbourne looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sydney to Melbourne are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,258, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Melbourne Airport (MLB)?

    Melbourne Airport (MLB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Melbourne?

    Flights from Sydney to Melbourne usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Melbourne (MLB).

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Melbourne?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Sydney to Melbourne. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,341 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,150, a difference of $809.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What is the time difference between Sydney and Melbourne?

    Melbourne is 15 hours behind Sydney (Eastern Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Sydney to Melbourne flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,341, about $809 less than Friday fares (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Melbourne trip for February. Fares historically average $1,341 round-trip in that month - typically $1,043 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Melbourne Airport.

    • Hilton Melbourne, FL
    • Courtyard by Marriott Melbourne West
    • Hyatt Place Melbourne Airport

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