What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Sydney flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How often are flights from Melbourne to Sydney delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Melbourne and Sydney have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 87 minutes.

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Sydney on average per week?

As of October 2025, there are 1,722 flights per week flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Sydney flights?

According to our data, Air Horizont have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Sydney on average per day?

The number of flights available between Melbourne Airport and Sydney is 246 per day as of October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 17:00, with 41% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are updated daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from €93 to €177. The lowest price recently found on this route was €92.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Sydney?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of February is another great option to travel to Sydney, with average flight prices from Melbourne Airport averaging around €89.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sydney?

According to our data, Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Sydney from Melbourne Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Friday departure recently was €208. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around €676. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Sydney.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Sydney?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around €111 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from Melbourne Airport for as low as €90 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Melbourne Airport to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Sydney flights are approximately 25% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?
A flight from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith will travel around 711.8 km. Flights usually cover this in 1h 25m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to Sydney?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Melbourne Airport and Sydney, the leading plane model is Airbus A320-100/200, making up 27.21% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 20.40%, Airbus A321neo with 15.13%, and Airbus A321-100/200 with 15.06%.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Sydney

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Sydney?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of February is another great option to travel to Sydney, with average flight prices from Melbourne Airport averaging around €89.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sydney?

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Sydney?

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Melbourne Airport to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Sydney flights are approximately 25% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Sydney Kingsford Smith

How often are flights from Melbourne to Sydney delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Melbourne and Sydney have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 87 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Sydney flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Sydney flights?

According to our data, Air Horizont have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Sydney on average per day?

The number of flights available between Melbourne Airport and Sydney is 246 per day as of October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 17:00, with 41% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Sydney on average per week?

As of October 2025, there are 1,722 flights per week flying from Melbourne Airport to Sydney. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

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