Cheap flights from Melbourne to Sydney

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Info about flights from Melbourne to Sydney

Some useful info about flights from Melbourne to Sydney to help you plan your next trip

Average flight duration 1h 23m
Cheapest month May
Average number of flights per week 44
First flight time 05:30
Last flight time 23:55
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How to get the best price from Melbourne to Sydney?

Depending on when you travel and how far in advance you book, fares between Melbourne and Sydney can differ a lot.

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Flights between Melbourne and Sydney: which airports can you choose?

The distance between Melbourne and Sydney is about 705 km. Checking alternative airports can help lower the total cost of your trip.

  • Airports in Melbourne: Melbourne is served by 2 airports - Avalon, Essendon.
  • Airports in Sydney: Currently, the only available airport in Sydney is Sydney - Kingsford Smith.

Choosing airports with fast connections to the city center can cut down total travel time. You can compare all flights from Melbourne airports to find the best option.

Flights from Melbourne - Tullamarine to Sydney - Kingsford Smith

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Other popular destinations

Searching for flights to Australia? Travelers also looked at: Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about flights from Melbourne to Sydney.

How much does an airline ticket from Melbourne to Sydney cost?

Flight prices can vary a lot depending on the period and destination. At the moment, this information is not available for flights from Melbourne to Sydney.

How far is Melbourne from Sydney?

Melbourne is about 705 km from Sydney.

What are the airports in Sydney?

Sydney has one airport: Sydney - Kingsford Smith.

What are the airports in Melbourne?

Melbourne has 2 airports: Avalon, Essendon.

What are the most popular cities in Australia?

The most popular cities in Australia according to our users' searches are: Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney.

When should I book a flight from Melbourne to Sydney?

The best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Sydney is 3 months in advance, while the worst time is 32 weeks in advance.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Sydney is May.

What is the most expensive month to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?

The most expensive month to fly from Melbourne to Sydney is April.

What is the best day of the week to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?

This information is not available at the moment.