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

251 flights are operational daily from Sydney to Melbourne Airport as of September 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 08:00, with 47% of flights per day taking off at midday.

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

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

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

The number of flights available between Sydney and Melbourne Airport is 1,760 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

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

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

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 Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from €84 to €148. The lowest price recently found on this route was €92.

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22 Oct

SYD17:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

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22 Oct

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24 Oct

SYD21:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

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21 Nov

SYD19:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

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18 Oct

SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport from Sydney, with most prices found around €87. If you’re not able to fly to Melbourne Airport in February, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Sydney to Melbourne Airport during May average around €87.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

Flying to Melbourne Airport from Sydney in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as €110 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are €161 on average. Flights to Melbourne Airport from Sydney in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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 Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around €110 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from Sydney for as low as €86 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class 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.

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

As of September 2025, prices for Sydney to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 6% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Melbourne by plane?
Melbourne is 711.8 km away from Sydney Kingsford Smith. 1h 30m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne Airport are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Melbourne Airport?
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 Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Sydney to Melbourne Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Sydney to Melbourne Airport is Airbus A320-100/200, representing 22.04% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 20.79%, Airbus A321neo at 19.16%, and Airbus A321-100/200 at 9.30%.

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

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

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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 Airport?

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

There is only 1 cabin class 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.

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

As of September 2025, prices for Sydney to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 6% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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

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

251 flights are operational daily from Sydney to Melbourne Airport as of September 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 08:00, with 47% of flights per day taking off at midday.

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

The number of flights available between Sydney and Melbourne Airport is 1,760 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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