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The cheapest month to fly is April, and departing on Tuesdays typically offers the best fares. Book 3–4 weeks ahead for the best prices.
Book at the right time: For domestic routes like Melbourne to Sydney, the sweet spot is 3–5 weeks before departure. Booking too early can mean missing seat sales; too late means paying peak prices.
Shift your dates by a day or two: Tuesdays are typically the cheapest day to fly this route. Avoiding Friday and Sunday departures can save significantly. April is historically the cheapest month on this route.
Direct flights are available: Direct flights take around 2h 35m and are worth it for convenience — but check if a one-stop flight is significantly cheaper before ruling it out.
Factor in baggage fees: Low-cost carriers on this route often advertise attractive base fares but charge separately for checked luggage. Always compare the all-in price — a $20 cheaper fare plus $50 baggage fee is no saving. Jetstar Airways and Qantas may have different inclusions, so check each airline's fare conditions.
Search in private browsing: Some booking sites use cookies to track repeat searches and may show higher prices after multiple lookups. Use an incognito or private window — or just use Booked AI, which pulls live prices without any tracking markup.
The cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sydney start from $177, with typical prices ranging from $177 to $459.
The typical flight time from Melbourne to Sydney is approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes. Direct flights are available on this route.
Airlines operating this route include Jetstar Airways, Qantas.
Prices sourced via Duffel and updated regularly. All fares shown are indicative one-way prices in AUD and may vary at time of booking. Booked AI is an IATA-accredited travel platform.
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