Sydney to Melbourne Flights
Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL) connect Australia and Australia. The great-circle distance is approximately 706 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 1 to 2 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SYD and MEL. The reverse route is Melbourne to Sydney. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Sydney, Australia
- Destination
- Melbourne, Australia
- Distance
- 706 km
- Typical duration
- about 1 to 2 hours
- Origin codes
- SYD
- Destination codes
- MEL
- Primary keyword
- flights from Sydney to Melbourne
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Route overview
Sydney to Melbourne is a city-pair air route between Australia and Australia. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SYD and MEL. Related codes: SYD → MEL.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 706 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 1 to 2 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Sydney airports and metro codes: SYD.
Melbourne airports and metro codes: MEL.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Melbourne to Sydney, other destinations from Sydney, and other origins into Melbourne.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Sydney to Melbourne?
Direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne typically take about 1 to 2 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Sydney to Melbourne?
The great-circle distance between Sydney and Melbourne is approximately 706 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Sydney to Melbourne?
Sydney is commonly searched with code SYD (related: SYD). Melbourne is commonly searched with code MEL (related: MEL).
Are there direct flights from Sydney to Melbourne?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Melbourne to Sydney?
The reverse city pair is Melbourne to Sydney. Distance is the same great-circle measure (706 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Sydney to Melbourne route connect?
This route connects Australia (Sydney) with Australia (Melbourne).