What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to New South Wales?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to New South Wales

Which airlines fly to New South Wales?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New South Wales from Melbourne according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 78% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to New South Wales. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to New South Wales on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Melbourne to New South Wales on average per day?

297 flights are operational daily from Melbourne to New South Wales as of May 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 07:00, with 42% of flights per day taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Melbourne to New South Wales on average per week?

As of May 2026, there are 2,081 flights per week flying from Melbourne to New South Wales. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to New South Wales?

Prices for flights from Melbourne to New South Wales are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to New South Wales?

As of May 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to New South Wales.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to New South Wales?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne to New South Wales.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New South Wales?

The necessary travel and health documents for your New South Wales trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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06:00 - 07:20

AVV

SYD

1h 20mdirect

21:20 - 22:50

SYD

AVV

1h 30mdirect

$128Jetstar

Tue, 1 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

20:55 - 22:20

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SYD

1h 25mdirect

21:20 - 22:50

SYD

AVV

1h 30mdirect

$130Jetstar

Fri, 12 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun

06:00 - 07:20

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SYD

1h 20mdirect

21:20 - 22:50

SYD

AVV

1h 30mdirect

$131Jetstar

Wed, 27 May - Thu, 28 May

06:00 - 07:20

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SYD

1h 20mdirect

08:10 - 09:45

SYD

AVV

1h 35mdirect

$132Jetstar

Tue, 19 May - Wed, 20 May

06:00 - 07:20

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SYD

1h 20mdirect

08:10 - 09:45

SYD

AVV

1h 35mdirect

$134Jetstar

Wed, 20 May - Wed, 27 May

14:55 - 16:20

AVV

SYD

1h 25mdirect

08:10 - 09:45

SYD

AVV

1h 35mdirect

$135Jetstar

Sat, 20 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun

20:15 - 22:20

MEL

OOL

2h 05mdirect

21:30 - 23:55

OOL

MEL

2h 25mdirect

$161Multiple Airlines

Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

10:10 - 12:10

MEL

CFS

2h 00mdirect

12:50 - 14:55

CFS

MEL

2h 05mdirect

$423Qantas Airways

Fri, 26 Jun - Mon, 29 Jun

10:10 - 12:10

MEL

CFS

2h 00mdirect

12:50 - 14:55

CFS

MEL

2h 05mdirect

$425Qantas Airways

Fri, 26 Jun - Sun, 28 Jun

16:30 - 20:05

MEL

CFS

3h 35m

1 stop

12:50 - 14:55

CFS

MEL

2h 05mdirect

$514Qantas Airways

Fri, 26 Jun - Sun, 28 Jun

Jetstar flights from Melbourne to New South Wales

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Jetstar

1 Sept

AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon

1h 20m

SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

23 Sept

SYD21:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

1h 30m

AVV22:50Melbourne Avalon

$128

Jetstar

12 June

AVV20:55Melbourne Avalon

1h 25m

SYD22:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

15 June

SYD21:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

1h 30m

AVV22:50Melbourne Avalon

$130

Jetstar

27 May

AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon

1h 20m

SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

28 May

SYD21:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

1h 30m

AVV22:50Melbourne Avalon

$131

Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne to New South Wales

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Virgin Australia

3 June

MEL18:45Melbourne

2h 05m

OOL20:50Coolangatta Gold Coast

10 June

OOL06:00Coolangatta Gold Coast

2h 25m

MEL08:25Melbourne

$193

Virgin Australia

9 Oct

MEL19:20Melbourne

2h 05m

OOL20:25Coolangatta Gold Coast

12 Oct

OOL17:25Coolangatta Gold Coast

2h 25m

MEL20:50Melbourne

$207

Virgin Australia

25 May

MEL06:30Melbourne

1h 35m

NTL08:05Newcastle Williamtown

25 May

NTL14:40Newcastle Williamtown

1h 40m

MEL16:20Melbourne

$255

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$128

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$130

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Melbourne Avalon

Wed 27/5

06:00-07:20

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

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21:20-22:50

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$131

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Melbourne Avalon

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Nonstop1h 35m

$132

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06:00-07:20

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

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$134

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Melbourne Avalon

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14:55-16:20

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Nonstop1h 35m

$135

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20:15-22:20

Nonstop2h 05m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

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21:30-23:55

Nonstop2h 25m

$161

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Melbourne

Fri 26/6

10:10-12:10

Nonstop2h 00m

Coffs Harbour

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12:50-14:55

Nonstop2h 05m

$423

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Melbourne

Fri 26/6

10:10-12:10

Nonstop2h 00m

Coffs Harbour

Sun 28/6

12:50-14:55

Nonstop2h 05m

$425

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Fri 26/6

16:30-20:05

1 stop3h 35m

Coffs Harbour

Sun 28/6

12:50-14:55

Nonstop2h 05m

$514

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to New South Wales

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New South Wales?

The cheapest month to fly to New South Wales from Melbourne is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $156, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to New South Wales during the month of May, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $160.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New South Wales?

According to our data, Friday is the cheapest day to fly to New South Wales from Melbourne. The lowest ticket price found for a Friday departure recently was $286. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Melbourne to New South Wales for around $366.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New South Wales?

Flying to New South Wales from Melbourne in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $186 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $258. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to New South Wales flight route?

Fly from Melbourne Avalon to Sydney Kingsford Smith for the best Melbourne - New South Wales flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne to New South Wales?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New South Wales from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New South Wales for around $198 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New South Wales from Melbourne for as low as $157 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	1h 20m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in New South Wales	56 airports

The fastest flight from Melbourne to New South Wales takes 1h 20m

Direct flights go from Melbourne to New South Wales every day.

There are 56 airports in New South Wales. From Melbourne there are direct flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to New South Wales

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to New South Wales?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to New South Wales are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to New South Wales?
As of May 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to New South Wales.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to New South Wales?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne to New South Wales.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New South Wales?
The necessary travel and health documents for your New South Wales trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to New South Wales

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne to New South Wales with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Jetstar	PriceFrom $83	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 539 reviews	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $92	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 451 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $142	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,034 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Rex	PriceFrom $182	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Rex flights
Link Airways	PriceFrom $573	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Link Airways flights

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Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to New South Wales from Melbourne with this policy.

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