Virgin Australia flights from MEL to SYD
Find comprehensive Virgin Australia flight information, schedules, and booking details for direct flights from MEL to SYD. Virgin Australia operates 39-60 flights daily flights on this route.• Flight Duration: 1h 25m - 1h 40m (average flight time)• Distance: 440 miles (708 km) (air miles between airports)• Daily Flights: 39-60 flights (scheduled departures per day)
MEL
SYD
FLIGHT TIME
1h 25m - 1h 40m
FLIGHT DISTANCE
440 miles (708 km)
1h 25m - 1h 25m
05:30
21:00
440 miles (708 km)
July
1 (Show)
376
Virgin Australia Flight Schedule from MEL to SYD
| Flight | Airline | Departure | Arrival | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
VA801 |  Virgin Australia | 05:30 | 06:55:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA803 | Virgin Australia | 06:00 | 07:25:00 | Boeing 737MAX 8 Passenger |
VA805 | Virgin Australia | 06:15 | 07:40:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA807 | Virgin Australia | 06:30 | 07:55:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA811 | Virgin Australia | 07:00 | 08:25:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA813 | Virgin Australia | 07:15 | 08:40:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA815 | Virgin Australia | 07:30 | 08:55:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA817 | Virgin Australia | 07:45 | 09:10:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA819 | Virgin Australia | 08:00 | 09:25:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA823 | Virgin Australia | 08:30 | 09:55:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA827 | Virgin Australia | 09:00 | 10:25:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA829 | Virgin Australia | 09:30 | 10:55:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA833 | Virgin Australia | 10:00 | 11:25:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA835 | Virgin Australia | 10:45 | 12:10:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA837 | Virgin Australia | 11:00 | 12:25:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA841 | Virgin Australia | 12:00 | 13:25:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA845 | Virgin Australia | 13:00 | 14:25:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA849 | Virgin Australia | 14:00 | 15:25:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA853 | Virgin Australia | 15:00 | 16:25:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA855 | Virgin Australia | 15:30 | 16:55:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA859 | Virgin Australia | 16:00 | 17:25:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA863 | Virgin Australia | 16:30 | 17:55:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA867 | Virgin Australia | 17:00 | 18:25:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA869 | Virgin Australia | 17:15 | 18:40:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA871 | Virgin Australia | 17:30 | 18:55:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA875 | Virgin Australia | 18:00 | 19:25:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA879 | Virgin Australia | 18:30 | 19:55:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA883 | Virgin Australia | 19:00 | 20:25:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA887 | Virgin Australia | 19:30 | 20:55:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
VA897 | Virgin Australia | 21:00 | 22:25:00 | Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 |
Virgin Australia Monthly Flight Calendar
December 2025
Route Insights
Duration variability: Flight duration on this route can vary based on aircraft type, wind conditions, and airline scheduling. Average duration is 1h 25m - 1h 40m.
Pricing patterns: July typically offers lower prices due to reduced demand outside peak travel seasons.
Best departure times: Peak departure times are 7:00, 6:00, 17:00, offering more flight options and potentially better connections.
MEL - SYD flight price statistics
$76
ApproximateThe numbers are average prices found based on user searches for direct flights between the airports. It's calculated from the cheapest prices found per month for a round-trip with 1 adult and can vary depending on the amount of data we have for this particular route.
$88
Jan$84
Feb$67
Mar$100
Apr$81
May$61
Jun$56
Jul$72
Aug$63
Sep$91
Oct$78
Nov$75
DecVirgin Australia Terminal Information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Virgin Australia Flights
How many Virgin Australia flights operate from MEL to SYD?
Virgin Australia operates 30 flights from MEL to SYD.
What city does SYD airport serve?
SYD airport serves Sydney.
How long is the Virgin Australia flight from MEL to SYD?
The flight duration is approximately 1h 25m - 1h 40m.
What is the distance from MEL to SYD?
The distance is 440 miles (708 km).
What aircraft does Virgin Australia use on this route?
Virgin Australia uses Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2, Boeing 737MAX 8 Passenger on this route.
Which other airlines operate on this route?
2 other airlines operate on this route: Qantas, Jetstar.
What are the earliest and latest Virgin Australia flight departure times?
The earliest Virgin Australia flight departs at 05:30 and the latest departs at 21:00.
What is the cheapest month to fly Virgin Australia from MEL to SYD?
July is typically the cheapest month to fly Virgin Australia on this route.
What is the average price for a Virgin Australia flight from MEL to SYD?
The average price for a round-trip Virgin Australia flight on this route is approximately $76. Prices can vary based on booking time and demand.
How many Virgin Australia flights operate per week on this route?
Virgin Australia operates approximately 376 flights per week from MEL to SYD.