Journey information
Overview: Melbourne to Sydney flight
Flights from Melbourne to Sydney depart on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 20 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:30, the last at 22:50. The fastest flight covers the 443 miles (713 km) distance in 1h 20m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 443 miles (713 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Flights per day 26 |
Direct flights 20 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
Cheapest month to travel June |
First flight 05:30 |
Last flight 22:50 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Melbourne to Sydney
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Flights per day
3
Distance
713 km
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 $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
Of the 3 flights that leave Melbourne for Sydney onFri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct flights cover the 713 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 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.






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 bus with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, and a train costs an average of €119.
Distance: 443 miles (713 km)
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€89 Average price | €119 Average price | €87 Average price Cheapest |
4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m 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* |
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Live departures
Melbourne to Sydney flight times
The table below shows live departures for Melbourne to Sydney flights for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:55 AM Melbourne | 1h20 | 6:15 AM Sydney | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 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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FAQs: Melbourne to Sydney Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Melbourne to Sydney by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sydney, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Melbourne to Sydney generally leave from Melbourne and arrive in Sydney.
Melbourne is 22.5 km away from Melbourne city centre and Sydney is 11.4 km from Sydney city centre.
- Sydney festival, a month-long celebration of arts and culture featuring performances, exhibitions, and events
- Vivid sydney, a festival of light, music, and ideas transforming the city with stunning light installations
- Sydney gay and lesbian mardi gras, a world-famous parade and festival celebrating LGBTQ+ pride with colorful floats and performances
- New year's eve fireworks, iconic fireworks display over sydney harbour welcoming the new year.
- Australia Day, national holiday celebrating the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788 with various events and activities
- Labour Day, a public holiday in March that marks the achievements of workers with parades and community events
- Queen's Birthday, celebrated in June with winter festivities and opportunities for snow sports
- Christmas, a festive season in December filled with decorations, markets, and summer celebrations.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from Melbourne to Sydney
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available in terminal 2, including duty-free and fashion stores.
- Parking available at terminal Car Parks, approximately 3€ (AUD 5) per hour.
- Various restaurants in terminal 2, including Asian and Italian cuisines.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels within walking distance, including ParkRoyal Melbourne Airport.
- Showers available in terminal 2, free of charge.
- Lounges available in terminal 2, including Qantas and Virgin Australia lounges.
- Lost and Found located in terminal 2, near the check-in area.
- Car rental services available in terminal 1, including Avis and Hertz.
- SkyBus, Melbourne City Express, 30 minutes to Southern Cross Station
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport, with a simple login process.
- Shops are located throughout the airport, including duty-free and brands like Heinemann and Tech2Go.
- Parking available in P1, P2, and P3 for domestic terminals and P7 for intertiol, approximately 5.7€ (AUD 9.50) per hour.
- Various restaurants are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals, including fast food and gourmet options like McDold's and Wolfgang Puck.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Hotels within walking distance, including Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel.
- Showers are available in the intertiol terminal, with some lounges offering complimentary access.
- Lounges available in both terminals, including Qantas and Virgin Australia lounges.
- Lost and Found located in the intertiol terminal, with online forms available for inquiries.
- Car rental services are available at the arrivals area, with companies like Avis and Hertz.
- Train, Airport Link, Domestic and Intertiol stations, 10-15 minutes to city center
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