How long is the flight from Sydney to Melbourne?
🛫 From
Sydney
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
SYD | AU
Departure: 09:41 PM GMT+10
🛬 To
Melbourne
Melbourne International Airport
MEL | AU
Arrival: 10:58 PM GMT+10
⏱️ Flight Time
1h 17m
📍 Distance
706 kilometers
(439 miles)
Route Details
The flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne covers a distance of approximately 706 kilometers (439 miles).
Direct flights typically take around 1h 17m, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.
Time Zone Information
Departure Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Arrival Time Zone
Australia/Melbourne
Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Sydney to Melbourne?
A direct flight from Sydney to Melbourne takes around 1h 17m. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.
What is the distance from Sydney to Melbourne?
The distance from Sydney to Melbourne is about 706 kilometers (439 miles) as the crow flies.
Is there a direct flight from Sydney to Melbourne?
Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 1h 17m. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.
Return Flight
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