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When is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne (MEL)?

October is currently the cheapest time to fly to Melbourne. This is based on flight prices available on Traveloka today, and can change throughout the year based on demand, peak travel times, public holidays and events.
OriginDestinationDeparture DatePrice
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Sunday 12 October 2025AU$88
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday 11 November 2025AU$86
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday 9 December 2025AU$81
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Wednesday 7 January 2026AU$82
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday 3 February 2026AU$84
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday 17 March 2026AU$86
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Wednesday 1 April 2026AU$86
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday 5 May 2026AU$86
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Wednesday 10 June 2026AU$86
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday 21 July 2026AU$86
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Wednesday 5 August 2026AU$87
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Sunday 13 September 2026AU$186

Scheduled flights to Melbourne

Here are all the scheduled flights to Melbourne, providing a variety of convenient travel options.
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Arrival Time
Origin Airport
Destination Airport
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06:00
10:40
Darwin (DRW)
Melbourne (MEL)
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Qantas
Qantas
11:30
13:05
Sydney (SYD)
Melbourne (MEL)
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Qantas
Qantas
12:15
15:40
Cairns (CNS)
Melbourne (MEL)
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Qantas
Qantas
17:50
19:15
Hobart (HBA)
Melbourne (MEL)
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Virgin Australia Airlines
Virgin Australia Airlines
18:50
20:05
Canberra (CBR)
Melbourne (MEL)
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Jetstar
Jetstar
20:45
21:50
Launceston (LST)
Melbourne (MEL)
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Jetstar
Jetstar
21:10
23:25
Gold Coast (OOL)
Melbourne (MEL)
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Jetstar
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21:15
23:40
Brisbane (BNE)
Melbourne (MEL)
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Virgin Australia Airlines
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21:50
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Adelaide (ADL)
Melbourne (MEL)
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Virgin Australia Airlines
23:45
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Perth (PER)
Melbourne (MEL)
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Cheapest date to fly to Melbourne

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OriginDestinationDeparture DateReturn DatePrice
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Thursday, October 2, 2025Sunday, October 5, 2025€ 356.57
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Friday, October 3, 2025Monday, October 6, 2025€ 369.65
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Saturday, October 4, 2025Tuesday, October 7, 2025€ 285.43
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Sunday, October 5, 2025Wednesday, October 8, 2025€ 277.70
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Monday, October 6, 2025Thursday, October 9, 2025€ 207.56
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday, October 7, 2025Friday, October 10, 2025€ 172.34
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Wednesday, October 8, 2025Saturday, October 11, 2025€ 147.53
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Thursday, October 9, 2025Sunday, October 12, 2025€ 169.59
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Friday, October 10, 2025Monday, October 13, 2025€ 200.07
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Saturday, October 11, 2025Tuesday, October 14, 2025€ 112.64
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Sunday, October 12, 2025Wednesday, October 15, 2025€ 95.66
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Monday, October 13, 2025Thursday, October 16, 2025€ 119.12
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday, October 14, 2025Friday, October 17, 2025€ 141.43
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Wednesday, October 15, 2025Saturday, October 18, 2025€ 103.92
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Thursday, October 16, 2025Sunday, October 19, 2025€ 126.36
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Friday, October 17, 2025Monday, October 20, 2025€ 164.96
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Saturday, October 18, 2025Tuesday, October 21, 2025€ 101.20
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Sunday, October 19, 2025Wednesday, October 22, 2025€ 104.08
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Monday, October 20, 2025Thursday, October 23, 2025€ 106.69
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday, October 21, 2025Friday, October 24, 2025€ 132.74
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Wednesday, October 22, 2025Saturday, October 25, 2025€ 104.41
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Thursday, October 23, 2025Sunday, October 26, 2025€ 116.47
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Friday, October 24, 2025Monday, October 27, 2025€ 126.08
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Saturday, October 25, 2025Tuesday, October 28, 2025€ 100.99
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Sunday, October 26, 2025Wednesday, October 29, 2025€ 112.27
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Monday, October 27, 2025Thursday, October 30, 2025€ 111.27
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday, October 28, 2025Friday, October 31, 2025€ 125.10
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Wednesday, October 29, 2025Saturday, November 1, 2025€ 139.45
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Thursday, October 30, 2025Sunday, November 2, 2025€ 153.82
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Friday, October 31, 2025Monday, November 3, 2025€ 131.80
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Saturday, November 1, 2025Tuesday, November 4, 2025€ 111.27
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Sunday, November 2, 2025Wednesday, November 5, 2025€ 115.91
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Monday, November 3, 2025Thursday, November 6, 2025€ 119.28
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday, November 4, 2025Friday, November 7, 2025€ 114.77
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Wednesday, November 5, 2025Saturday, November 8, 2025€ 122.09
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Thursday, November 6, 2025Sunday, November 9, 2025€ 119.85
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Friday, November 7, 2025Monday, November 10, 2025€ 128.80
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Saturday, November 8, 2025Tuesday, November 11, 2025€ 108.39
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Sunday, November 9, 2025Wednesday, November 12, 2025€ 107.69
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Monday, November 10, 2025Thursday, November 13, 2025€ 112.81
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday, November 11, 2025Friday, November 14, 2025€ 123.15
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Wednesday, November 12, 2025Saturday, November 15, 2025€ 133.38
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Thursday, November 13, 2025Sunday, November 16, 2025€ 143.40
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Friday, November 14, 2025Monday, November 17, 2025€ 146.36
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Saturday, November 15, 2025Tuesday, November 18, 2025€ 121.34
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Sunday, November 16, 2025Wednesday, November 19, 2025€ 120.88
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Monday, November 17, 2025Thursday, November 20, 2025€ 134.63
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday, November 18, 2025Friday, November 21, 2025€ 125.72
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Wednesday, November 19, 2025Saturday, November 22, 2025€ 130.99
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Thursday, November 20, 2025Sunday, November 23, 2025€ 159.39
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Friday, November 21, 2025Monday, November 24, 2025€ 152.66
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Saturday, November 22, 2025Tuesday, November 25, 2025€ 130.46
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Sunday, November 23, 2025Wednesday, November 26, 2025€ 127.65
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Monday, November 24, 2025Thursday, November 27, 2025€ 125.74
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday, November 25, 2025Friday, November 28, 2025€ 121.63
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Wednesday, November 26, 2025Saturday, November 29, 2025€ 114.27
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Thursday, November 27, 2025No dataNo data
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Friday, November 28, 2025Monday, December 1, 2025€ 139.39
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Saturday, November 29, 2025Tuesday, December 2, 2025€ 121.34
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Sunday, November 30, 2025Wednesday, December 3, 2025€ 118.77
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Monday, December 1, 2025Thursday, December 4, 2025€ 131.98
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday, December 2, 2025Friday, December 5, 2025€ 129.43
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Wednesday, December 3, 2025Saturday, December 6, 2025€ 156.83
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Thursday, December 4, 2025No dataNo data
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Friday, December 5, 2025No dataNo data
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Saturday, December 6, 2025Tuesday, December 9, 2025€ 127.51
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Sunday, December 7, 2025Wednesday, December 10, 2025€ 127.98
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Monday, December 8, 2025No dataNo data
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday, December 9, 2025Friday, December 12, 2025€ 123.46
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Wednesday, December 10, 2025No dataNo data
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Thursday, December 11, 2025Sunday, December 14, 2025€ 141.76
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Friday, December 12, 2025No dataNo data
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Saturday, December 13, 2025No dataNo data
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Sunday, December 14, 2025Wednesday, December 17, 2025€ 131.60
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Monday, December 15, 2025No dataNo data
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday, December 16, 2025Friday, December 19, 2025€ 127.97
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Wednesday, December 17, 2025Saturday, December 20, 2025€ 131.75
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Thursday, December 18, 2025Sunday, December 21, 2025€ 143.31
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Friday, December 19, 2025Monday, December 22, 2025€ 157.24
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Saturday, December 20, 2025Tuesday, December 23, 2025€ 170.70
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Sunday, December 21, 2025No dataNo data
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Monday, December 22, 2025Thursday, December 25, 2025€ 158.17
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday, December 23, 2025Friday, December 26, 2025€ 173.96
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Wednesday, December 24, 2025Saturday, December 27, 2025€ 195.19
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Thursday, December 25, 2025Sunday, December 28, 2025€ 238.13
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Friday, December 26, 2025Monday, December 29, 2025€ 202.05
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Saturday, December 27, 2025Tuesday, December 30, 2025€ 265.10
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Sunday, December 28, 2025Wednesday, December 31, 2025€ 163.59
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Monday, December 29, 2025No dataNo data
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday, December 30, 2025No dataNo data

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MonthSeat ClassAverage Price
OctoberBusinessAU$647
NovemberBusinessAU$541
DecemberBusinessAU$563
JanuaryBusinessAU$537
FebruaryBusinessAU$518
MarchBusinessAU$482
AprilBusinessAU$456
MayBusinessNo data
JuneBusinessAU$557
JulyBusinessAU$503
AugustBusinessNo data
SeptemberBusinessNo data
OctoberEconomyAU$282
NovemberEconomyAU$166
DecemberEconomyAU$174
JanuaryEconomyAU$170
FebruaryEconomyAU$175
MarchEconomyAU$191
AprilEconomyAU$164
MayEconomyAU$165
JuneEconomyAU$158
JulyEconomyAU$156
AugustEconomyAU$161
SeptemberEconomyAU$193

Cheapest day of the week to fly to Melbourne (MEL)

As of today's available fares on Traveloka, this is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Melbourne.
OriginDestinationDeparture DatePrice
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Monday 15 December 2025AU$102
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Tuesday 9 December 2025AU$81
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Wednesday 31 December 2025AU$86
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Thursday 6 November 2025AU$95
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Friday 7 November 2025AU$107
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Saturday 18 October 2025AU$95
Sydney (SYD)Melbourne (MEL)Sunday 12 October 2025AU$88

Average prices by airline for flights to Melbourne (MEL).

Looking for the best price? Find the cheapest airline for flights to Melbourne. Based on current fares, Virgin Australia Airlines offers the lowest average price.
AirlineAverage Price
Virgin Australia AirlinesAU$174
JetstarAU$199
QantasAU$258

Airlines flying to Melbourne

These airlines airlines offer direct service to Melbourne.
Whether you're travelling from within Australia or from a destination abroad, these airlines offer direct service to Melbourne. Select your preferred airline to learn more about what they can offer, including baggage information, seat classes, availability of lounges and frequent flyer programs.
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Flights to Melbourne


Vibrant Melbourne offers an array of attractions that cater to every taste and interest, whether you’re looking to explore the effortlessly cool laneways of the CBD or use it as a base to explore the stunning Great Ocean Road. But first, you’ll need to get there. Here’s everything you need to know about flying to Melbourne to help you book the perfect trip.


How long is the flight to Melbourne?

Where is the airport in Melbourne?

Melbourne actually has two airports, but this page is focusing on its largest one - Tullamarine. It’s located about 20km northwest of the CBD. (The other airport, Avalon, is closer to Geelong and about 55km southwest of the city.)

Depending on where you’re heading in the Melbourne area, here’s how long you can expect your journey from the airport to be:

How to get to and from the airport in Melbourne

  • Skybus: The SkyBus is the most popular and convenient option for airport transfers. It operates from 4am until 1am, with buses departing every 10-30 minutes, depending on the time of day. The ticket costs only AU$21 for one way and AU$36 AUD round trip through Traveloka – that’s slightly cheaper than direct. You may purchase tickets online or from the airport's electric kiosks just outside the customs inspections area.
  • Airport Shuttle Service: Several shuttle companies offer door-to-door transfers between Melbourne Airport and city hotels. These services are often shared, meaning you may have other passengers on the same shuttle. The duration of the journey depends on your destination and traffic conditions.
  • Public Transport: Your other option is to take the public bus from the airport. The price may be significantly lower than the Skybus, but it also takes more time. The ticket only costs less than AU$5, so if you're looking for the cheapest option, the public bus is your best friend. If you choose to take public transportation, you can take Route 901 SmartBus from Melbourne Airport to Broadmeadows Station. From there, you can catch a train to the city. This option may take longer and is less convenient if you have heavy luggage.
  • Taxi and rideshare: Taxis are readily available at designated taxi ranks outside the terminals. The journey from the airport to the city center typically takes around 30-40 minutes, depending on traffic. Taxis operate 24/7, and fares are metered. The downside of taking a taxi is its price. The comfort of taking a private vehicle may be tempting, but it also costs at least five times more than other options. 

How early to arrive at the airport


Flying to Melbourne from within Australia

If you’re booking a flight to Melbourne from another Australian city, you’ll want to get to the airport at least an hour before departure. While you can usually check in online in advance, sometimes queues to drop checked baggage off can be slow so it’s best to leave extra time if you need it.

Flying to Melbourne from outside of Australia

For international flights, it’s best to arrive at the airport at least three hours prior to departure. This way, you’ll have plenty of time to check in, drop off any luggage, go through customs and pass security checks. 


Which airlines fly to Melbourne from within Australia

  • Jetstar: Adelaide, Ayers Rock, Ballina, Brisbane, Busselton, Cairns, Canberra, Darwin, Gold Coast, Hamilton Island, Hervey Bay, Hobart, Launceston, Newcastle, Perth, Proserpine, Sunshine Coast, Sydney, Townsville
  • Qantas: Adelaide, Albury, Alice Springs, Brisbane, Broome, Burnie, Cairns, Canberra, Coffs Harbour, Darwin, Devonport, Gold Coast, Hamilton Island, Hobart, Launceston, Mildura, Newcastle, Perth, Sunshine Coast, Sydney, Townsville, Wagga Wagga
  • Virgin Australia: Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Canberra, Darwin, Gold Coast, Hamilton Island, Hobart, Launceston, Newcastle, Perth, Sunshine Coast, Sydney, Uluru (Ayers Rock)
  • Rex Airlines: Burnie, Devonport, King Island, Merimbula, Mildura, Mount Gambier, Wagga Wagga
  • Link Airways: Dubbo, Orange, Wollongong

When is the cheapest time to fly to Melbourne

Timing is everything when it comes to securing affordable flights to Melbourne. Here’s what you need to know:


Factors Affecting Flight Prices

Flight prices to Melbourne often fluctuate depending on:

  • Seasonality: Peak travel seasons like December (summer and holiday period) and March (Melbourne Grand Prix) often come with higher airfare. Off-peak months like June and July offer better deals. To hit the sweet spot between decent weather and good-value fares, try travelling in autumn (April and May) or spring (September to November)
  • Days of the week: Tuesday and Wednesday flights are often cheaper than Fridays and Sundays when demand is higher.
  • Time of day: Red-eye flights or early morning departures usually have lower ticket prices due to reduced demand.
  • Airport choice: Melbourne does have two airports, Tullamarine (MEL) and Avalon (AVV). While Avalon is a bit further away from the city, it does often come with lower fares and it’s worth comparing them. Just remember the additional cost of getting to the city centre when totalling up any potential savings.

When to book flights to Melbourne for the best price

Experts recommend booking your flight at least six weeks before your departure for domestic trips and around two to three months ahead for international routes. Traveloka strives to provide insights on price trends helping you save money.

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