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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs from $296

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ASP
20 Aug — 27 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Alice Springs are usually found in May or July, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Alice Springs

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Alice Springs (ASP). 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 15 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$600

One-way from

$296

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$735
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 27/10-3/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 9h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Alice Springs
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 15/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Alice Springs
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($81 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Alice Springs. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 August 2025.

Mon 27/1009:10MEL - ASP
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Mon 3/1113:30ASP - MEL
1 stop4h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/8$600
Mon 27/1009:10MEL - ASP
1 stop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1110:45ASP - MEL
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$641
Fri 31/1009:10MEL - ASP
1 stop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1110:45ASP - MEL
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$643
Fri 10/1007:10MEL - ASP
1 stop7h 10mVirgin Australia
Wed 15/1013:30ASP - MEL
1 stop7h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/8$647
Mon 13/1009:10MEL - ASP
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Fri 17/1013:30ASP - MEL
1 stop4h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/8$655
Mon 13/1010:15MEL - ASP
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/1013:30ASP - MEL
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$679
Fri 5/910:10MEL - ASP
1 stop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Mon 8/914:35ASP - MEL
1 stop4h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/8$689
Fri 19/907:10MEL - ASP
1 stop7h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 24/914:35ASP - MEL
1 stop5h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/8$704
Mon 25/810:10MEL - ASP
1 stop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 3/914:35ASP - MEL
1 stop5h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 13/8$722
Mon 8/907:10MEL - ASP
1 stop7h 15mVirgin Australia
Mon 15/914:35ASP - MEL
1 stop5h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/8$765
Mon 27/1006:00AVV - ASP
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1111:45ASP - AVV
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$896
Sun 26/1006:00AVV - ASP
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1111:45ASP - AVV
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8$899

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Alice Springs

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Mon 27/10

09:10-12:50

1 stop5h 10m

Alice Springs

Mon 3/11

13:30-19:40

1 stop4h 40m

$600

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Mon 27/10

09:10-12:50

1 stop5h 10m

Alice Springs

Mon 3/11

10:45-14:55

Nonstop2h 40m

$641

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Fri 31/10

09:10-12:50

1 stop5h 10m

Alice Springs

Tue 4/11

10:45-14:55

Nonstop2h 40m

$643

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Fri 10/10

07:10-12:50

1 stop7h 10m

Alice Springs

Wed 15/10

13:30-22:15

1 stop7h 15m

$647

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

09:10-12:50

1 stop5h 10m

Alice Springs

Fri 17/10

13:30-19:40

1 stop4h 40m

$655

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

10:15-11:40

Nonstop2h 55m

Alice Springs

Fri 17/10

13:30-09:30

1 stop18h 30m

$679

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Fri 5/9

10:10-13:55

1 stop4h 15m

Alice Springs

Mon 8/9

14:35-19:30

1 stop4h 25m

$689

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Fri 19/9

07:10-13:55

1 stop7h 15m

Alice Springs

Wed 24/9

14:35-20:45

1 stop5h 40m

$704

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Mon 25/8

09:10-13:55

1 stop5h 15m

Alice Springs

Wed 27/8

14:35-21:40

1 stop6h 35m

$715

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Mon 25/8

10:10-13:55

1 stop4h 15m

Alice Springs

Wed 3/9

14:35-20:45

1 stop5h 40m

$722

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs, you should look to book at least 75 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs (average of $441). Flying from Melbourne to Alice Springs in July is currently the most expensive (average of $521). 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 ASP?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Alice Springs. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 August 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Alice Springs at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Alice Springs

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alice Springs. 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 Alice Springs. Reviews last updated 15 August 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia from Melbourne to Alice Springs have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
411 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Alice Springs. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly into Alice Springs (ASP) if they book a flight to Alice Springs from Melbourne. On average, Alice Springs has 2 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 2 airlines. Alice Springs is conveniently located just 11.9 km from Alice Springs’s city centre.

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

    Currently priced at $429, Virgin Australia will fly you from Melbourne to Alice Springs and back. In addition to Virgin Australia, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Qantas Airways for as low as $609. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Melbourne to Alice Springs on time: Qantas Airways (85%), LATAM Airlines (85%), Emirates (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $423. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Alice Springs) can be booked for $600 on average our data indicates $677 when flying from Melbourne to Alice Springs.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Alice Springs 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 Alice Springs?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs (average of $441). Flying from Melbourne to Alice Springs in July is currently the most expensive (average of $521). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to Alice Springs

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$429Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$609Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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