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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs from $318

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 22/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ASP
11 Aug — 18 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Alice Springs are usually found in January or December, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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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 12 July 2026.

Mon 19/1008:25
MEL
-
ASP
Nonstop3h 10m
Qantas Airways
Thu 22/1010:45
ASP
-
MEL
Nonstop2h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 10/7$401
Wed 28/1009:10
MEL
-
ASP
1 stop5h 10m
Virgin Australia
Mon 2/1113:30
ASP
-
MEL
1 stop4h 40m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 10/7$646
Wed 12/807:10
MEL
-
ASP
1 stop7h 15m
Virgin Australia
Mon 17/814:35
ASP
-
MEL
1 stop4h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 10/7$671
Wed 26/809:10
MEL
-
ASP
1 stop5h 15m
Virgin Australia
Fri 28/814:35
ASP
-
MEL
1 stop5h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 7/7$679
Mon 10/809:10
MEL
-
ASP
1 stop5h 15m
Virgin Australia
Mon 17/814:35
ASP
-
MEL
1 stop6h 55m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 9/7$680
Wed 19/807:10
MEL
-
ASP
1 stop7h 15m
Virgin Australia
Wed 26/814:35
ASP
-
MEL
1 stop6h 55m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 7/7$681
Wed 5/810:10
MEL
-
ASP
1 stop4h 15m
Virgin Australia
Mon 10/814:35
ASP
-
MEL
1 stop4h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 9/7$687
Mon 19/1020:55
AVV
-
ASP
1 stop16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 22/1012:30
ASP
-
AVV
1 stop8h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7$706
Thu 27/820:10
AVV
-
ASP
1 stop18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/810:35
ASP
-
AVV
1 stop7h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7$758
Thu 3/920:10
AVV
-
ASP
1 stop14h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/910:35
ASP
-
AVV
1 stop7h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$822
Sun 6/906:00
AVV
-
ASP
1 stop7h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/910:35
ASP
-
AVV
1 stop7h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7$867
Thu 6/820:10
AVV
-
ASP
1 stop18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 13/810:35
ASP
-
AVV
1 stop8h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7$870

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 12 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$401

One-way from

$318

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$778
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 19/10-22/10
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Alice Springs
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22/9
  • 22/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Alice Springs
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($81 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Mon 19/10

22:05-11:45

2 stops15h 10m

Alice Springs

Thu 22/10

12:30-20:35

1 stop6h 35m

$702

MelbourneAlice Springs

AVV - ASP

AVVASP

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 27/8

20:10-13:55

1 stop18h 15m

Alice Springs

Mon 31/8

10:35-18:15

1 stop7h 10m

$784

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Mon 24/8

10:10-13:55

1 stop4h 15m

Alice Springs

Mon 31/8

14:35-22:00

1 stop6h 55m

$847

MelbourneAlice Springs

AVV - ASP

AVVASP

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 6/9

06:00-12:45

1 stop7h 15m

Alice Springs

Wed 9/9

10:35-18:15

1 stop7h 10m

$867
Fastest return journey

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Mon 9/11

08:30-10:00

Nonstop3h 00m

Alice Springs

Fri 13/11

12:20-20:15

1 stop6h 25m

$874

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Fri 21/8

07:10-13:55

1 stop7h 15m

Alice Springs

Sun 30/8

13:30-20:20

1 stop6h 20m

$891

MelbourneAlice Springs

MEL - ASP

MELASP

Melbourne

Thu 20/8

08:25-11:05

Nonstop3h 10m

Alice Springs

Mon 24/8

10:35-18:20

1 stop7h 15m

$894

MelbourneAlice Springs

AVV - ASP

AVVASP

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 6/9

06:00-12:45

1 stop7h 15m

Alice Springs

Tue 8/9

13:30-22:50

1 stop8h 50m

$896

MelbourneAlice Springs

AVV - ASP

AVVASP

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 20/8

06:00-12:45

1 stop7h 15m

Alice Springs

Mon 24/8

10:35-18:15

1 stop7h 10m

$1,065

MelbourneAlice Springs

AVV - ASP

AVVASP

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 3/9

06:00-12:45

1 stop7h 15m

Alice Springs

Mon 7/9

10:35-18:15

1 stop7h 10m

$1,067

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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

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 $263). Flying from Melbourne to Alice Springs in October is currently the most expensive (average of $578). 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 12 July 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 12% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Alice Springs have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 69 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 10% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs, you should look to book at least 86 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.

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 12 July 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
463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

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
463 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

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
1,061 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

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. Virgin Australia provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $874. Airlines will cover a distance of 1859 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $321, 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 $447. You may be able to fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs for 56% 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: Virgin Australia (100%), Qantas Airways (77%), Air New Zealand (77%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $475. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Alice Springs) can be booked for $401 on average, our data indicates $932 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 $263). Flying from Melbourne to Alice Springs in October is currently the most expensive (average of $578). 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 12 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$321Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$447Average$836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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