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Airfares from $38 One Way, $80 Round Trip from Melbourne to Sydney

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More About Flying To Sydney from Melbourne

Route Information for Flights from Melbourne to Sydney

Origin Airport IATA Code
MEL
Destination Airport IATA Code
SYD
Distance
437 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
American Airlines, Qatar Airways, Air Canada, China Airlines, Emirates, Jetstar, China Eastern Airlines, Virgin Australia, United Airlines, Air New Zealand, IndiGo, Regional Express, Etihad Airways, Cathay Pacific, LATAM Airlines, Qantas, Bangkok Airways, China Southern Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, ANA, Singapore Airlines, British Airways
Earliest Flight Arrival
9:25PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
12:25PM UTC

Find Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Sydney

Airports in Melbourne

You're certain to find a bargain on cheap flights from Melbourne when you consult Orbitz.com. The smart and efficient search features on Orbitz.com will give you the results you're looking for. Melbourne has four airports, but the airport in Tullamarine is the primary arrival and departure point for most domestic and international air traffic. Avalon Airport, Moorabbin Airport and Essendon Airport are all much smaller. The main airport is simply called Melbourne Airport and is located about 14 miles outside of the city. It's the second busiest airport in Australia.

Parking at the Airport

Melbourne Airport offers several options for car parking. The facilities include short-term parking, long-term parking, business parking and express parking. A shuttle bus runs between the long-term parking lot and the passenger terminal. With the exception of long-term car parking, all lots include the option for covered spaces.

Transportation to the Airport

SkyBus is Melbourne Airport's shuttle service between downtown Melbourne and the airport. Buses run all day long at 10-minute intervals. A one-way ticket is $17. You can purchase tickets for SkyBus online or at the bus stop. The city of Melbourne also has public transit lines with routes that stop at the terminal. If you're on a tight schedule or just want some quiet time, you can always take a taxi to the drop-off area.

Restaurants at the Airport

Melbourne Airport has a good selection of restaurants, lounges and cafes. You can grab something fast or sit down with fellow travelers at The Fly Bar. When you find cheap flights from Melbourne with Orbitz.com, you'll be able to relax during your trip.

J.A. Douglas McCurdy Sydney Airport

J.A. Douglas McCurdy Sydney Airport is located about six miles northeast of Sydney, Nova Scotia, in the community of Reserve Mines. The airport has two regularly scheduled airlines for passengers: Air Jazz and Air St. Pierre. There are also several charter services. Orbitz.com can help in arranging connecting flights to Sydney from any point of origin. Its travel planner allows you to view all flights into Sydney at the same time, so you are able to choose the low fares that you need. WestJet Airlines and Air Canada Express offer flights between Sydney and Toronto from May to October of each year.

Transportation From the Airport

A taxi service from the airport to Sydney is available by using City Wide Taxi. Fares are metered and vary based on your destination. Avis and Budget car rental companies are located in the airport, and you book them at the same time as you book your trip with Orbitz.com.

Weather in Sydney

Sydney has temperatures ranging from the mid-50s to the mid-70s Fahrenheit in the summer months. The temperatures average from the mid-teens to the mid-30s in winter. Sydney only has about two hours of sunshine in December, so the winter months are not the best time to visit the area. There are over fifteen hours of daylight in the summer, so it is the preferred season for travelers.

Things to Do in Sydney

Sydney is known for its annual Celtic Colors Festival where Celtic music is played, and people can celebrate Celtic music and culture. If you visit in October, be sure to catch a few of the shows. You can also explore the town's Scottish roots in the Highland Village where costumed actors bring the period dwellings to life. You can relax with a walk on the waterfront or gamble to your heart's content at casino Nova Scotia. Let Orbitz.com assist you with finding flights to Sydney and save you money, so you will be able to enjoy all the sights this historic city has to offer.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Melbourne to Sydney?
There are 4 airlines that offer nonstop services from MEL to Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.). You won’t have to worry about sprinting to catch a connecting flight on this route! These are some of the carriers you can book with:

  • Rex Regional Express
  • Jetstar
  • The Flying Kangaroo
  • Virgin Australia

What is the shortest flight from Melbourne to Sydney?
It can be as a short and sweet as 1 hour and 25 minutes. If you think your vacation hours should be spent ‘vacationing’ instead of flying, you’ll enjoy the ride from Melbourne to Sydney.
What airlines fly from Melbourne to Sydney most frequently?
Here are the carriers that offer the most frequent flights between Melbourne and Sydney. Find out which one suits your travel plans: Rex Regional Express - (ZL) with 160 flights every month Jetstar - (JQ) with 112 flights every month The Flying Kangaroo - (QF) with 47 flights every month Virgin Australia - (VA) with 26 flights every month
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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