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Flight deals from Sydney to Melbourne Tullamarine

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Melbourne.$142 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan, returning Tue, 10 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $142, select.
Melbourne.$146 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Mar, returning Wed, 25 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $146, select.
Melbourne.$148 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May, returning Fri, 23 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 23 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $148, select.
Melbourne.$149 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun, returning Sat, 28 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.
Melbourne.$149 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Sun, 8 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.
Melbourne.$149 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.
Melbourne.$149 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Tue, 15 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.
Melbourne.$149 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr, returning Tue, 6 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Melbourne Tullamarine

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Melbourne Tullamarine flights are currently cheapest in March.
Apr
from $149
May
from $148
Jun
from $149
Jul
from $149
Aug
from $156
Sep
from $158
Oct
from $158
Nov
from $158
Dec
from $156
Jan
from $150
Feb
from $150
Mar
from $146

Direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne Tullamarine

Sydney to Melbourne Tullamarine: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Melbourne below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Melbourne Tullamarine.

Sydney to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$142
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time1 hr, 36 mins
Most popular airlineAir New Zealand
Average flights per week1,800

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Melbourne Tullamarine: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Melbourne Tullamarine is $142. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Melbourne Tullamarine.
Air New Zealand, Qantas and Emirates fly direct from Sydney to Melbourne Tullamarine.
As of April 2025, there are 1,800 flights per week flying from Sydney to Melbourne Tullamarine.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Melbourne Tullamarine is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport on Tuesday, 13 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 36 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne Tullamarine.

Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Sydney and Melbourne are both in the UTC+11 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.

  • You can choose from 779 weekly Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Qantas is the earliest you can take. Qantas operates the last service of the day at 22:00.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SYD to MEL flight.

  • During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • You can fly nonstop to Melbourne, Australia. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:

  • Jetstar is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.

  • With 69.61% of services landing as planned, Jetstar is the most punctual carrier operating SYD to MEL flights.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. These are the top stopovers between SYD and MEL:

    • Canberra Airport

    • Launceston Airport

    • Hobart International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • At the moment, $69 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $142. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from SYD to MEL by booking at least four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from SYD to MEL is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Of all flights departing from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near SYD:

Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to central Melbourne has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.

When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from SYD to MEL in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • Geelong is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No trip is complete without dropping by Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.

Plan the rest of your trip from Sydney to Melbourne

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