Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD)

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Cheapest Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD)

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Melbourne to Sydney Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Melbourne to Sydney flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top MEL to SYD routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Tullamarine
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
MEL
Traveling To
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
SYD
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
hours mins
Direct Flight Time
hours mins
Flight Price
NZ$307
Address:
Sydney NSW,
Australia
IATA code:
SYD
Longitude:
151.179898
Latitude:
-33.932922
Time zone:
Australia/Sydney
Address:
Melbourne VIC,
Australia
IATA code:
MEL
Longitude:
144.843013
Latitude:
-37.673295
Time zone:
Australia/Sydney

Melbourne to Sydney Flight Deals from NZ$307

Considering a quick trip to Sydney, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from MEL to SYD. With heaps of cheap fares from Melbourne, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Sydney from Melbourne  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Sydney from Melbourne from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Sydney in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Sydney from Melbourne 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at NZ$307 and rising to NZ$455 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Melbourne to Sydney today!  

Find cheap airfares to Sydney from Melbourne 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Melbourne and Sydney
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in December)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Melbourne to Sydney

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
8 Arrival Court Mascot NSW
The price is NZ$298 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
NZ$298
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,989 reviews)
Convince

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel

Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
22 Levey Street Wolli Creek NSW
The price is NZ$244 per night from 17 Dec to 18 Dec
NZ$244
17 Dec - 18 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
The bathroom needs renovation. The grout is stained with mold and paint has peeled from the bottom of the door. The hinges are also rusty. Otherwise the room was fine. Very quiet for an airport hotel. It was cheaper to take a taxi from the airport to the hotel, than use the shuttle bus.

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
2-12 Sarah Street Mascot NSW
The price is NZ$197 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
NZ$197
22 Dec - 23 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,562 reviews)
Friendly and welcoming staff upon arrival, clean and spacious room. Comfortable bed and great shower. Super quiet and dark for sleeping. Thank you!

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG
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