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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Adelaide from $86

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ADL
17 Feb — 24 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Adelaide are usually found in May or August, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Adelaide

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Adelaide (ADL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$164

One-way from

$86

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$261
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 3/5-6/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Adelaide
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 4/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Adelaide
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($79 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Adelaide
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Adelaide. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 February 2025.

Sat 3/507:00MEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Tue 6/507:15ADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 11/2$164
Mon 12/507:00MEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/520:50ADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$201
Wed 19/207:10MEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 20mVirgin Australia
Thu 20/206:10ADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/2$320
Thu 27/306:00AVV - ADL
1 stop16h 20mJetstar
Mon 31/319:40ADL - AVV
1 stop13h 35mJetstar
Deal found 10/2$353
Tue 18/220:55AVV - ADL
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/317:15ADL - AVV
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$462
Sat 12/406:25MEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 20mQantas Airways
Sat 12/414:05ADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/2$473

Find flights from Melbourne to Adelaide within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Adelaide that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 12 February 2025.

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MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Sat 3/5

07:00-07:55

Nonstop1h 25m

Adelaide

Tue 6/5

07:15-09:05

Nonstop1h 20m

$164

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

07:00-07:55

Nonstop1h 25m

Adelaide

Fri 16/5

20:50-22:40

Nonstop1h 20m

$201

MelbourneAdelaide

AVV - ADL

AVVADL

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 15/3

20:55-08:40

1 stop12h 15m

Adelaide

Wed 26/3

17:15-23:15

1 stop5h 30m

$352

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Fri 28/2

21:25-22:15

Nonstop1h 20m

Adelaide

Thu 6/3

15:40-17:30

Nonstop1h 20m

$355

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Sat 12/4

06:25-07:15

Nonstop1h 20m

Adelaide

Sat 12/4

14:05-15:55

Nonstop1h 20m

$473

MelbourneAdelaide

AVV - ADL

AVVADL

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 24/2

06:00-08:55

1 stop27h 25m

Adelaide

Fri 28/2

19:45-07:35

1 stop11h 20m

$473

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Tue 4/3

16:20-17:15

Nonstop1h 25m

$86

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Mon 3/3

21:25-22:15

Nonstop1h 20m

$134

MelbourneAdelaide

AVV - ADL

AVVADL

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 12/3

06:00-11:10

1 stop5h 40m

$177

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Thu 6/3

06:20-07:15

Nonstop1h 25m

$180

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Adelaide

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Adelaide

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Adelaide including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Adelaide?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Adelaide. Price data was last updated on 7 February 2025.

Booking 72 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Adelaide. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Adelaide?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Adelaide (average of $168). Flying from Melbourne to Adelaide in October is currently the most expensive (average of $241). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to ADL?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Adelaide. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 February 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to Adelaide in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Adelaide?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Adelaide. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Adelaide flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Adelaide

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Adelaide. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 12 February 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to ADL are scheduled on a Monday (103 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (61 on average).

Rainfall in Adelaide by month

Plan your trip to Adelaide by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Adelaide ranges from 10.0 - 60.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Adelaide when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Adelaide by month

Plan your trip to Adelaide by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Adelaide, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Adelaide

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Adelaide. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Adelaide. Reviews last updated 12 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Melbourne to Adelaide, see what other customers have to say about Rex, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Comfort

8.6

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

9.4
Wonderful

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Comfort

8.6

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Comfort

8.6

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Comfort

8.6

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Comfort

8.6

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Adelaide. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How can I know whether the airlines/airports in Adelaide or Melbourne are sustainable?

    If you wish to know about your airline's environmental responsibility performance, check if it is listed in the IATA Environmental Assessment for Airports and Ground Service Providers (IEnVA), which evaluates the sustainability performance of aviation stakeholders. Alternatively, you could search the web to see if they are certified by the institutionally-endorsed Airport Carbon Accreditation, which evaluates airports' efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and their procedures in mitigating its effects.

  • What airlines operating this route have sustainable practices, and what are they?

    If you are looking to jet to Adelaide from Melbourne in a sustainable fashion, consider reserving flight tickets with Qantas Airways or Jetstar, which release 66% and 54% less carbon, respectively. Not only does the Qantas group offer direct flights to Adelaide from Melbourne, but it is also looking into new fleet designs and modern fuel technologies to attain greenhouse gas-neutral growth. Additionally, the airline has done away with non-biodegradable cutlery. Jetstar's fleet boasts fuel-efficient engines, which means fewer carbon emissions.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    Globetrotters set to fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide International Airport (ADL) can lower their aviation footprints by engaging in a few eco-conscious procedures. Some environmentally-responsible travel tips include booking economy seats and prioritizing airlines that emphasize sustainable travel. You could search the web for the Atmosfair Airline Index Report to see how different carriers have performed over recent years. Also, take along a refillable water bottle and skip layover flights.

  • What airports serve Melbourne to Adelaide flights?

    There are three airports within Melbourne, and they include Melbourne Tullamarine, Melbourne Avalon and Melbourne Essendon. Tullamarine is the closest to the city’s CBD and takes roughly half of an hour to reach via taxi at a rate of approximately AUD $60. The typical trip from Avalon to the CBD is almost an hour’s time and there are no rail links from either of the city’s domestic airports. Tullamarine has a Skybus service costing roughly AUD $38 while the SITA offers transfers for travelers to and from Avalon. SITA from Avalon is a premium coach and averages roughly AUD$20 for the trip (must be booked in advance). Adelaide is the fifth largest airport in Australia and it handles both domestic and international flights. It is a short journey of 20 minutes to the CBD from the airport. Travel options include Metro Bus with fares varying on destination (but averaging AUD $3.5-5.40), shuttle bus service at AUD $10 per person (one way), or by taxi with average fares of AUD $25-30.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    It is possible to fly direct from Melbourne to Adelaide aboard one of eight different non-stop carriers. They make almost 200 flights of this type per week, and the total travel time rarely exceeds an hour and a half in total. They include Jetstar, Tigerair, Qantas, Rex, and Virgin Australia, among others.

  • What are the stopover options on flights from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    There are no stopover options for this route.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    If you are the owner of an Australian passport you will not need a passport to for the domestic flight between Melbourne and Adelaide. However, in this current area most travelers are advised to carry their e-ticket or paper ticket, identification such as a driver's license, passport or social security card, an airline booking reference and the credit card used for the ticket purchase; in the event of some sort of glitch or difficulty.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Adelaide from Melbourne?

    Adelaide (ADL) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Adelaide. You should not have trouble finding flights to Adelaide from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 89 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Adelaide airport from Melbourne. It is only a 6.6 km journey from Adelaide (ADL) to Adelaide’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Adelaide round-trip?

    Jetstar, at $164, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Adelaide.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Adelaide one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $86. Users have also found prices from $134 and $180 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    Before booking your flight to Adelaide from Melbourne, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Oman Air (98%), JetBlue (98%), Iberia( 98%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne to Adelaide is generally $538, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $78. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Adelaide), you can expect to pay $118 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Adelaide that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Adelaide flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Adelaide.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Adelaide by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Adelaide (average of $168). Flying from Melbourne to Adelaide in October is currently the most expensive (average of $241). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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