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November 11 - November 14

Cheapest

Best

AVV - Adelaide

$171

$56

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November 11 - November 22

Cheapest

Best

AVV - Adelaide

$161

$56

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November 18 - November 22

AVV - Adelaide

$173

$70

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November 14 - November 18

AVV - Adelaide

$172

$70

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November 11 - November 15

AVV - Adelaide

$172

$71

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July 2 - July 22

Earliest

AVV - Adelaide

$193

$74

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November 11 - November 18

AVV - Adelaide

$168

$74

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November 21 - November 22

AVV - Adelaide

$173

$74

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July 7 - July 22

AVV - Adelaide

$196

$74

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July 15 - July 22

AVV - Adelaide

$214

$76

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Insights for flights from Melbourne to Adelaide

For those looking for cheap flights from Melbourne to Adelaide, 23% of recent fares were classified as a good price. Right now, fares are near the typical level for this route. Prices for flights from Melbourne to Adelaide typically range from $222–$489, with a median of $352. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find favorable pricing.

A typical journey from Melbourne to Adelaide takes 9h 55m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries on this route connect at least once, rather than being direct flights from Melbourne to Adelaide. When connecting, the median number of stopovers is 2.

The distance between Melbourne and Adelaide is 632 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience, though connecting flights will extend the overall journey time.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Adelaide, January stands out with a median fare of $72. Other cost-effective months include August, with a median fare of $91, and April, where the median fare is $116. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Adelaide

Regular price: $140 - $336

Prices for flights from Melbourne to Adelaide are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Melbourne to Adelaide is typically between $140 and $336. The current lowest deal is $56 with Jetstar, for travel from Nov 11-Nov 14.

now $56

Low $140

High $336

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Adelaide

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Adelaide is January, with a median price of $72. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $406. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $72

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $406

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Direct flights from Melbourne to Adelaide

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Adelaide

Sat, Jun 27

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Adelaide

Melbourne (AVV) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

$233

$111

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Adelaide

Melbourne (AVV) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

$193

$77

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Adelaide

Melbourne (AVV) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

$199

$79

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Adelaide

Melbourne (AVV) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

$193

$74

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Adelaide

Melbourne (AVV) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

$196

$74

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Adelaide

Melbourne (AVV) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

$214

$79

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Melbourne to Adelaide

1 night

Jul 14 - Jul 15

$225 → $78

65%

4 nights

Jul 10 - Jul 14

$227 → $80

65%

3 nights

Jul 15 - Jul 18

$225 → $79

65%

3 nights

Jul 14 - Jul 17

$225 → $79

65%

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Adelaide

Melbourne - Adelaide route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Melbourne to Adelaide are near the typical level of $352.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $72.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 9h 55m

The median flight duration from Melbourne to Adelaide is 9 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights make up 71.8% of deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is an airline that has historically offered direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Historically, deals for this route appear frequently, averaging 1.03 deals per day.

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Avalon (AVV)

Cheapest

Avalon Airport is a good option for flights from Melbourne to Adelaide, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$56

Melbourne (MEL)

Melbourne Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Melbourne to Adelaide.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$74

Adelaide main airports to arrive at

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

Adelaide Airport is the primary gateway for flights to Adelaide, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$56

Airports nearby Adelaide used as alternative

Mildura (MQL)

Cheapest

Mildura Airport can be a useful alternative for travelers heading to the Sunraysia region.

📍 ~360 km from Adelaide (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$219

Mount Gambier (MGB)

Mount Gambier Airport serves the Limestone Coast region of South Australia with direct links to Melbourne.

📍 ~380 km from Adelaide (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$296

Whyalla (WYA)

Whyalla Airport is geographically closer to Adelaide and useful for regional hops within South Australia.

📍 ~220 km from Adelaide (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$337

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Adelaide

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Melbourne to Adelaide is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $341. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging $598, and those booked 7-13 days in advance averaging $381. For bookings made 60 or more days out, the average price was $387.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Melbourne to Adelaide is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $222. The median price for this route was $352, based on observations over a 90-day period. Prices above $489 typically fall into the higher end of the spectrum for this route.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Melbourne to Adelaide are January, with a median price of $72, and August, with a median price of $91. April also shows a relatively low median price of $116. The annual median price for this route is $352, indicating significant savings are possible during these months.

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Insights for flights from Melbourne to Adelaide

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Adelaide

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Adelaide

Direct flights from Melbourne to Adelaide

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Adelaide

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Melbourne to Adelaide

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Adelaide

Melbourne - Adelaide route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

January offers the lowest median price

Median flight time is 9h 55m

Connecting flights are more common

Jetstar offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Adelaide main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Adelaide used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Adelaide

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