| Distance | about 705 km |
|---|---|
| Flying time | Turboprop about 1 h 50 min · light jet about 1 h 25 min · midsize jet about 1 h 20 min · heavy jet about 1 h 15 min |
| Aircraft that fly it non-stop | Any class of aircraft, from a turboprop to a heavy jet |
| Airports at Melbourne | Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL / YMML), Essendon Fields (MEB / YMEN) and Avalon Airport (AVV / YMAV) |
| Airports at Sydney | Sydney Airport (Kingsford Smith) (SYD / YSSY) and Bankstown Airport (BWU / YSBK) |
Distances are great-circle between the main airports; flying times are indicative.
Why fly Melbourne to Sydney privately
Melbourne to Sydney is one of the busiest air routes in the world, and it is where many Australian executives first try private charter. The flight is short enough for a same-day return, so the real value is control: you choose when to leave and when to come back, and you are not at the mercy of a full schedule.
Because the sector is short, a light jet or a turboprop is often the sensible aircraft. If you are travelling with a larger party or want a stand-up cabin, a midsize jet costs more but changes the experience.
Who flies this route
- Day returns for board meetings, courts and client visits
- Executive teams flying together and working on board
- Major sporting and cultural events in either city
- Last-minute trips when the airlines are full
Choosing the aircraft
This is a short sector, so a turboprop or a light jet is usually all you need, which keeps the cost in proportion. See the aircraft guide for what each class carries, or what drives the price.
Airports and planning
Melbourne: Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), Essendon Fields, Avalon Airport. Sydney: Sydney Airport (Kingsford Smith), Bankstown Airport.
Plan around Sydney Airport’s night curfew (generally 11 pm to 6 am) if you want a late return. Private jet hire Melbourne and private jet hire Sydney have more on the airports at each end.
Flying from Melbourne? Read our guide to Melbourne private jet airports.
Melbourne to Sydney: frequently asked questions
How long does it take to fly from Melbourne to Sydney by private jet?
About 1 h 20 min by midsize jet over roughly 705 km. A light jet takes about 1 h 25 min and a turboprop about 1 h 50 min. Times are indicative and depend on the aircraft, winds and routing.
How much does a private jet from Melbourne to Sydney cost?
The price depends on the aircraft, the date and whether you fly one way or return, so there is no single figure. Send us the date and the number of passengers for a fixed quote, or read what drives the cost of a private jet charter.
Which aircraft can fly Melbourne to Sydney?
Any class of aircraft, from a turboprop to a heavy jet can fly it non-stop. This is a short sector, so a turboprop or a light jet is usually all you need, which keeps the cost in proportion.
Which airports do you use for Melbourne and Sydney?
At Melbourne: Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), Essendon Fields and Avalon Airport. At Sydney: Sydney Airport (Kingsford Smith) and Bankstown Airport. We choose the best pairing for your aircraft, timing and destination.
What happens if the flight is cancelled because of the weather?
If the flight is cancelled because of the weather, you pay nothing.
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