Cheap Flights from Sydney to Melbourne Avalon

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney Airport to Melbourne Avalon Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $154. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Melbourne Avalon

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Melbourne Avalon flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne Avalon

Sydney to Melbourne Avalon: 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 Avalon.

Sydney to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$138
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time1 hr, 35 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week122

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Melbourne Avalon is $138. 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 35 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Melbourne Avalon.
Qantas, Jetstar and Emirates fly direct from Sydney to Melbourne Avalon.
As of June 2026, there are 122 flights per week flying from Sydney to Melbourne Avalon.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Melbourne Avalon is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Melbourne Avalon Airport on Thursday, 28 January 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 35 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 Avalon 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 Avalon.

Travelling from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Melbourne Avalon Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which is the same as Sydney.

  • Choose from 29 weekly Sydney Airport to Melbourne Avalon Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Jetstar is the earliest flight you can take. Jetstar operates the last service of the day at 21:45.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to AVV flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.

  • Jetstar has direct flights from Sydney Airport to Melbourne Avalon Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Melbourne — and maybe even more of Australia if you have time.

  • The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Jetstar.

  • Jetstar is the most punctual carrier that operates SYD to AVV flights. A dependable 80.53% of its services on this route land as scheduled.

  • If you'd like to discover another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sydney Airport to Melbourne Avalon Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Brisbane Airport is a sought-after stop between SYD and AVV.

Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Sydney Airport, 66% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • To reach Sydney Airport from central Sydney, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a trip time of around 15 minutes on public transport.

  • Catching an early flight from Sydney Airport to Melbourne Avalon Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to SYD:

Arriving at Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • Step off your Sydney Airport to Melbourne Avalon Airport flight and be sprawled out in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a comfortable option within easy reach of AVV, consider Corio Bay Motel.

  • Grab a Melbourne Avalon Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car rental are popular providers you can book with here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Avalon Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

When to fly to Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sydney Airport to Melbourne Avalon Airport is May, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Book your flight from Sydney Airport to Melbourne Avalon Airport for January if you'd like to explore Melbourne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 28ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from SYD to AVV in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 12ºC on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.

  • Geelong is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No trip is complete without seeing Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Eastern Beach Promenade and Eastern Beach.

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