Melbourne to Sydney: A Speedy Escape from the MCG to the Harbour Bridge
Thinking of ditching the Melbourne Cricket Ground for a dip in Sydney Harbour? Excellent choice! But before you chuck your budgie smugglers in your carry-on and hail a cab, you might be wondering: how long does it actually take to fly from Melbourne to Sydney?
Well, buckle up, Qantas enthusiast (or Jetstar jittery flyer), because we're about to take a whistle-stop tour of Melbourne to Sydney flight times.
The Short and Sweet: How Fast Can You Be?
The truth is, getting from Melbourne to Sydney by plane is about as quick as a trip to the shops... well, maybe a slightly bigger trip to a shops with a wider range of dim sum (because let's be honest, that's why most of us are really heading to Sydney, right?).
The nitty-gritty: We're talking around 1 hour and 30 minutes for a direct flight. That's about the same amount of time it takes to watch a particularly long episode of your favourite reality TV show (minus the commercials, of course).
So Long, Farewell, Not-Quite-A-Layover
There are also flights with layovers, but these aren't exactly epic journeys. Think more of a "snack break on a road trip" than a full-on stopover adventure. These flights might take a bit longer, but hey, more time to crack open that in-flight magazine and pretend you're about to order a glass of champagne (pro tip: BYO snacks for maximum plane budgetary bliss).
FAQ: Fly Like a Pro
How to find the cheapest flights?
There are a bunch of websites and apps these days that can help you score a bargain. Skyscanner, Google Flights, and Kayak are all pretty nifty.
How to deal with jet lag?
Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! And try to adjust your sleep schedule to Sydney time before you even take off.
How to pack light?
Roll your clothes! It saves space and keeps them wrinkle-free (ish). Plus, who wants to check a bag when you can be beach-ready in under two hours?
What to do at Melbourne Airport?
There are actually some pretty decent cafes and restaurants at Melbourne Airport, so you can grab a good feed before you fly. There's also a bunch of shops if you need to do any last-minute prezzie-buying.
What to do at Sydney Airport?
Sydney Airport has a shiny new international terminal, so there's plenty to explore if you have some time to kill. There's also a spot where you can plane-watch and pretend you're a celebrity about to jet off on a private jet (spoiler alert: you're probably not, but hey, it's fun to pretend).