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August 8 - August 9

Cheapest

SYD - Adelaide

$182

$156

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August 7 - August 13

Cheapest

SYD - Adelaide

$172

$156

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August 16 - August 24

SYD - Adelaide

$172

$157

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August 12 - August 19

SYD - Adelaide

$169

$157

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July 7 - July 22

SYD - Adelaide

$194

$160

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June 24 - June 30

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Earliest

SYD - Adelaide

$219

$161

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July 11 - July 12

SYD - Adelaide

$224

$171

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July 10 - July 25

SYD - Adelaide

$192

$172

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July 3 - July 13

SYD - Adelaide

$199

$172

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October 16 - October 23

SYD - Adelaide

$184

$174

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Insights for flights from Sydney to Adelaide

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Sydney to Adelaide, October and November stand out as the most affordable months, both with a median fare of just $90. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $123.

Fares for this route typically range from $120–$320, with a median of $190. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, with approximately 30% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When flying from Sydney to Adelaide, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights from Sydney to Adelaide making up 76.7% of recent fares. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

A typical journey from Sydney to Adelaide takes approximately 4h 0m, including any connections. This duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect for this route.

The distance between Sydney and Adelaide is 1164 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Adelaide

Regular price: $138 - $307

Prices for flights from Sydney to Adelaide are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Adelaide is between $138 and $307. The current lowest deal is $156 with Jetstar, for travel from Aug 8-Aug 9.

now $156

Low $138

High $307

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Adelaide

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Adelaide is October, with a median price of 90 USD. The most expensive month to fly is June, with a median price of 270 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

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Flights from $90

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Flights from $270

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Direct flights from Sydney to Adelaide

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Adelaide

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Adelaide

Sydney (SYD) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

$253

$177

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Adelaide

Sydney (SYD) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

$219

$161

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Adelaide

Sydney (SYD) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

$233

$178

One-way

Sun, Jun 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Adelaide

Sydney (SYD) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

$229

$178

One-way

Sun, Jun 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Adelaide

Sydney (SYD) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

$230

$178

One-way

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Adelaide

Sydney (SYD) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

$178

$176

One-way

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

21 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 23

$506 → $241

52%

14 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 23

$505 → $242

52%

16 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 21

$505 → $242

52%

19 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 21

$503 → $241

52%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Adelaide

Sydney - Adelaide route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Sydney to Adelaide are above the typical level, with a median price of $190.

📅 Best time to fly

October and November are historically cheapest

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Sydney to Adelaide are October and November, with a median of $90.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 4h 0m

The typical direct flight from Sydney to Adelaide takes 4 hours 0 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals are available

Deals for flights from Sydney to Adelaide are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct flights

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

76.7% of deals are direct

Most deals for this route are direct, making up 76.7% of all available offers.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is a great choice for flights from Sydney to Adelaide, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$156

Adelaide main airports to arrive at

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

Adelaide Airport is a primary gateway for travelers flying to Adelaide, offering convenient access to the city.

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

💸 Flights from ~$156

Airports nearby Adelaide used as alternative

Melbourne (MEL)

Melbourne Airport is a major international hub, offering an extensive flight network for diverse travel needs.

📍 ~650 km from Adelaide (reachable by car or connecting flight)

💸 Flights from ~$91

Avalon (AVV)

Cheapest

Avalon Airport is a secondary airport for the Melbourne region, often providing lower-cost domestic fares.

📍 ~600 km from Adelaide (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$80

Mildura (MQL)

Mildura Airport is the closest significant regional airport with reliable connections to Melbourne and Sydney.

📍 ~400 km from Adelaide (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$238

Mount Gambier (MGB)

Mount Gambier Airport is the primary regional airport for the Limestone Coast, with links to Adelaide and Melbourne.

📍 ~430 km from Adelaide (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$471

Whyalla (WYA)

Whyalla Airport is one of the closer mainland alternatives to Adelaide, useful for regional hops within South Australia.

📍 ~300 km from Adelaide (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$366

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Adelaide

44% AI deal score

$787

From SYD

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Sep 08

Adelaide, Australia

44% AI deal score

$809

From SYD

Elite

Sep 08

Adelaide, Australia

44% AI deal score

$809

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Elite

Aug 01

Adelaide, Australia

43% AI deal score

$809

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Adelaide

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Sydney to Adelaide is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price was $188. Booking 7-13 days out saw an average price of $290, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure increased the average price significantly to $501. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days in advance had an average price of $203.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Sydney to Adelaide was considered to be $120 or less. The median price for this route was $190. Prices at the 75th percentile reached $320, indicating that a significant portion of tickets were more expensive. Therefore, securing a ticket at or below $120 represents a favorable deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Sydney to Adelaide are October and November, both with a median price of $90. January also offered relatively lower prices, with a median of $123. The annual median price for this route is $190, making these months notably more affordable. Travelers looking for the best value should consider these months for their trips.

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Insights for flights from Sydney to Adelaide

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Adelaide

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Adelaide

Direct flights from Sydney to Adelaide

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Adelaide

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

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Adelaide

Sydney - Adelaide route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

October and November are historically cheapest

Direct flights average 4h 0m

Frequent deals are available

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct flights

76.7% of deals are direct

Sydney main airports to depart from

Adelaide main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Adelaide used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Adelaide

Best Elite deals to Adelaide

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