Cheap flights from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport from $73
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 19/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADL — MEL
25 Sep — 2 Oct1
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Adelaide to Melbourne are usually found in July or August, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from Adelaide to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Adelaide to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 August 2026.
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Best flights from Adelaide to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Adelaide to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 26 August 2026.
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Direct flights from Adelaide to Melbourne
Explore direct flight options from Adelaide to Melbourne based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 26 August 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Adelaide to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Adelaide to Melbourne. Data last updated 26 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from Adelaide to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from Adelaide to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 26 August 2026.
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Find flight deals from Adelaide to Melbourne
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Adelaide (ADL) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 26 August 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Adelaide to Melbourne 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 26 August 2026.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport?
The best time to book flights from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport is 88 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (average of $176). Flying from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $257). 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 ADL to MEL?
Find hourly flight availability from Adelaide to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 August 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Adelaide to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2026.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Adelaide to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Adelaide to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between $145 and $289 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $159 on Jetstar (20 Oct–23 Oct).
Weekly flight availability from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Adelaide to Melbourne. 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 26 August 2026.
The most flights from ADL to MEL are scheduled on a Monday (99 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (77 on average).
How often are flights from Adelaide to Melbourne delayed?
About 17% of weekly flights between Adelaide and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 88 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Adelaide to Melbourne flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Adelaide to Melbourne flights?
Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 26 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
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What airport do you fly from for flights from Adelaide to Melbourne?
Located just 6.6 km from the city centre, Adelaide is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from Adelaide. Booking flights from Adelaide (ADL) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 84 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 3 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport?
A quick flight from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport can take about 1h 20m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $166. There are 641 km between Adelaide and Melbourne Airport. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport round-trip?
Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $81. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $114 and $166, respectively. Users have found that Jetstar is 61% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $62. IndiGo flights start at $85 while deals on Virgin Australia start at $105 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport consider choosing American Airlines(100%), Japan Airlines(96%) or Malaysia Airlines(96%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport?
The cheapest flight price from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport is $81. On average you can expect to pay $2,018. The most popular route, (Adelaide - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $110.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Adelaide to Melbourne?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Adelaide to Melbourne 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 Adelaide to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (average of $176). Flying from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $257). 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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