Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from € 48 and round-trip from € 95. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Displayed flight fares from Melbourne to Sydney are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport, the best time to buy is in January, with an average price of € 48. You’ll want to avoid October, when the average price can reach as high as € 61.

€ 61
€ 55
€ 48
€ 42
    Cheapest
  • € 56
    Nov
  • € 54
    Dec
  • € 48
    Jan
  • € 53
    Feb
  • € 53
    Mar
  • € 54
    Apr
  • € 54
    May
  • € 54
    Jun
  • € 56
    Jul
  • € 56
    Aug
  • € 56
    Sep
  • € 61
    Oct

What’s the cheapest month to fly round-trip from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly round-trip fares from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, November is typically the cheapest month to find flights from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport, with an average price of € 164. In contrast, March is usually the most expensive month, with average fares reaching € 241.

€ 241
€ 203
€ 164
€ 126
  • € 164
    Nov
  • € 194
    Dec
  • € 214
    Jan
  • € 201
    Feb
  • € 241
    Mar
  • € 222
    Apr
  • € 204
    May
  • € 197
    Jun
  • € 169
    Jul
  • € 179
    Aug
  • € 180
    Sep
  • € 189
    Oct

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport is Wednesday, with average fares typically lower than other days. You’ll want to avoid flying on Sunday, as ticket prices are usually the highest that day.

€ 140
€ 124
€ 108
€ 92
    Cheapest
  • € 123
    Mon
  • € 111
    Tue
  • € 108
    Wed
  • € 112
    Thu
  • € 123
    Fri
  • € 123
    Sat
  • € 140
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport is Jetstar Airways (from € 48) among 4 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From € 48
Virgin Australia
From € 66
Qantas Airways
From € 91
Regional Express Airlines
From € 295

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What is the flight schedule from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport?

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Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule
  1. JQ536

    20:20

    MEL

    1h 25m

    21:45

    SYD

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  2. JQ538

    20:50

    MEL

    1h 25m

    22:15

    SYD

    - - T W T - S
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  3. JQ518

    14:25

    MEL

    1h 25m

    15:50

    SYD

    S M T - T F S
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  4. JQ530

    20:15

    MEL

    1h 25m

    21:40

    SYD

    - M T - - - -
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  5. JQ502

    07:30

    MEL

    1h 30m

    09:00

    SYD

    S M T W T F S
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  6. JQ504

    08:15

    MEL

    1h 30m

    09:45

    SYD

    S M T W T F S
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  7. JQ500

    06:00

    MEL

    1h 35m

    07:35

    SYD

    - M T W T F S
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About Melbourne Airport and Kingsford Smith Airport

Learn about Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 706.58km
Cheapest one-way ticket price € 48
Cheapest return ticket price € 95

FAQs for Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport?

    Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport takes about 1 hour 11 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 63 daily flights from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD).
  • The earliest flight from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport departs at 06:00, and the last departs at 21:00, with about 99 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around € 114 in November, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 05:30 and arrives in Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) at 06:55.
  • The latest flight departs from Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 21:00 and arrives in Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) at 22:25.
    • The distance from Kingsford Smith Airport to downtown is about 8km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is Shellharbour Airport. The distance is around 76km.
  • Qantas Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 12055 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport currently start from € 48, and round-trip fares start from € 95. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Wed, Dec 16; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar Airways operate direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport, with an average flight time of 1 hour 6 minutes, and around 460 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport is € 128. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • IndiGo and Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport, with one-way fares starting from € 48. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Melbourne Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport operates around 459 weekly flights, mainly by Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Melbourne Airport and Kingsford Smith Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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