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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs from $281

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ASP
29 Apr — 6 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Alice Springs are usually found in May or January, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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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 30 March 2026.

Tue 12/508:25
MEL
-
ASP
Nonstop3h 10m
Qantas Airways
Tue 19/511:45
ASP
-
MEL
Nonstop2h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 28/3$567
Mon 25/508:25
MEL
-
ASP
Nonstop3h 05m
Qantas Airways
Tue 2/611:45
ASP
-
MEL
Nonstop2h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/3$579
Mon 25/509:10
MEL
-
ASP
1 stop5h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/611:45
ASP
-
MEL
Nonstop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$631
Fri 29/515:30
MEL
-
ASP
Nonstop3h 10m
Virgin Australia
Sun 31/520:00
ASP
-
MEL
Nonstop2h 45m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 26/3$663
Mon 20/408:25
MEL
-
ASP
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/416:00
ASP
-
MEL
1 stop7h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$666
Tue 12/520:15
MEL
-
ASP
1 stop18h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/511:45
ASP
-
MEL
Nonstop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$671
Thu 30/420:10
AVV
-
ASP
1 stop14h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/510:35
ASP
-
AVV
1 stop7h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$892
Tue 22/906:00
AVV
-
ASP
1 stop7h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 30/910:35
ASP
-
AVV
1 stop7h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$899
Tue 1/916:40
AVV
-
ASP
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/913:30
ASP
-
AVV
1 stop6h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$972
Thu 23/406:00
AVV
-
ASP
1 stop7h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/410:35
ASP
-
AVV
1 stop8h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$993
Tue 3/1106:00
AVV
-
ASP
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/1112:00
ASP
-
AVV
1 stop6h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,011
Thu 8/1020:55
AVV
-
ASP
1 stop16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 16/1009:35
ASP
-
AVV
1 stop7h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,043

Find 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 30 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$567

One-way from

$281

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$828
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 12/5-19/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Alice Springs
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 30/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Alice Springs
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MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

08:25-11:00

Nonstop3h 05m

Alice Springs

Tue 2/6

11:45-14:55

Nonstop2h 40m

$579

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

09:10-13:55

1 stop5h 15m

Alice Springs

Tue 2/6

11:45-14:55

Nonstop2h 40m

$653

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

15:30-18:10

Nonstop3h 10m

Alice Springs

Sun 31/5

20:00-23:15

Nonstop2h 45m

$663

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

08:25-11:00

Nonstop3h 05m

Alice Springs

Mon 14/9

14:35-19:40

1 stop4h 35m

$749

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

08:25-11:00

Nonstop3h 05m

Alice Springs

Wed 16/9

14:35-19:40

1 stop4h 35m

$749

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

20:15-13:55

1 stop18h 10m

Alice Springs

Sat 30/5

11:45-14:55

Nonstop2h 40m

$758

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

07:10-15:15

1 stop8h 35m

Alice Springs

Tue 15/9

16:00-23:55

1 stop7h 25m

$785

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Sun 13/9

06:15-09:55

1 stop4h 10m

Alice Springs

Tue 22/9

11:45-14:55

Nonstop2h 40m

$868

MelbourneAlice Springs

AVV - ASP

AVVASP

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 22/9

06:00-12:45

1 stop7h 15m

Alice Springs

Wed 30/9

10:35-18:15

1 stop7h 10m

$899

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Sat 19/9

08:25-11:00

Nonstop3h 05m

Alice Springs

Tue 22/9

11:45-14:55

Nonstop2h 40m

$911

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Alice Springs from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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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 13 March 2026.

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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs (average of $297). Flying from Melbourne to Alice Springs in March is currently the most expensive (average of $649). 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 30 March 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

How often are flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Alice Springs have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 73 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Alice Springs flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Alice Springs flights?

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

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 30 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways 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.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
451 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,014 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

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 1 inbound flight from Melbourne per day from 2 airlines. Alice Springs is conveniently located just 11.9 km from Alice Springs’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

    A quick flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs can take about 3h 05m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $579. Airlines will cover a distance of 1859 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $319, 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 $452. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs for 55% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $357. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Alice Springs) can be booked for $579 on average, our data indicates $863 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs (average of $297). Flying from Melbourne to Alice Springs in March is currently the most expensive (average of $649). 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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 30 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$319Average$661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$450Average$828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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