What percentage of Melbourne to Alice Springs flights are direct?

Across the trailing 90 days, 16.4% of flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs were direct. This indicates that a significant majority of flights on this route typically involve at least one stopover. For flights with connections, the median number of stopovers was 1. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey and evaluating travel time.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

Yes, good prices on flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs are historically frequent. Based on data from the trailing 30 days, this route is classified as one with frequent opportunities for favorable fares. Travelers can typically expect to find good deals when searching for flights between these two cities.

Flights From Melbourne

To Alice Springs

Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs

Q: How long is the flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

The typical direct flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs has a duration of 3 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 1860 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 6 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when choosing between direct and connecting options.

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October 15 - October 30

Cheapest

Best

AVV - Alice Springs

A$724

A$545

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October 19 - October 30

MEL - Alice Springs

A$704

A$612

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January 6 - January 20

MEL - Alice Springs

A$712

A$631

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September 2 - September 9

MEL - Alice Springs

A$870

A$632

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September 2 - September 7

MEL - Alice Springs

A$889

A$632

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September 10 - September 14

AVV - Alice Springs

A$829

A$634

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August 12 - August 26

Earliest

MEL - Alice Springs

A$713

A$637

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August 31 - September 14

MEL - Alice Springs

A$685

A$645

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August 26 - September 14

MEL - Alice Springs

A$683

A$645

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September 14 - September 16

MEL - Alice Springs

A$866

A$645

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Melbourne to Alice Springs: Overview

Insights for flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs

Flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs typically range from $286–$536, with a median fare of $401. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Despite this, about 28% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals do appear regularly.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs, the data shows that August is historically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $256. Following closely are February, with a median of $258, and October, with a median of $259. These months offer the best opportunities for finding lower prices.

The journey from Melbourne to Alice Springs covers a distance of 1,860 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a flight experience that balances comfort and efficiency, suitable for a regional connection within Australia.

When considering how long is the flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs, a typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 3h 10m. However, most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median connecting flight time being 7h 15m. Only 16.4% of recent fares were for direct flights, indicating that travelers should expect at least one stopover.

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Alice Springs

Regular price: A$683 - A$926

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

The regular price range for flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs is typically between AUD 683 and AUD 926. The current lowest deal is AUD 677 with Virgin Australia Regional Airlines for travel from Sep 18-Sep 21.

now A$677

Low A$683

High A$926

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs is August, with a median price of $257. The most expensive month to fly is July, with a median price of $550. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from A$257

July

Most Expensive

Flights from A$550

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Direct flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Alice Springs

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Alice Springs

Melbourne (MEL) - Alice Springs (ASP)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$821

A$681

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Alice Springs

Melbourne (AVV) - Alice Springs (ASP)

Jetstar

A$872

A$668

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Alice Springs

Melbourne (MEL) - Alice Springs (ASP)

Jetstar

A$689

A$676

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Alice Springs

Melbourne (MEL) - Alice Springs (ASP)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$809

A$676

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Alice Springs

Melbourne (MEL) - Alice Springs (ASP)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$769

A$676

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Alice Springs

Melbourne (MEL) - Alice Springs (ASP)

QantasLink

A$419

A$704

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs

5 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 9

A$1,005 → A$713

29%

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

A$995 → A$710

29%

7 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 11

A$996 → A$713

28%

5 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 14

A$994 → A$714

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs

Melbourne - Alice Springs route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Melbourne to Alice Springs are above the typical level, with a median price of $401.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs, with a median price of $256.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 10m

Direct flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs typically average 3h 10m, while connecting flights average 7h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

16.4% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 16.4% of flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs are direct, with 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

QantasLink offers direct flights

QantasLink is an airline that offers direct flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a primary departure point for flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~A$672

Avalon (AVV)

Avalon Airport (AVV) is another option for flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$672

Alice Springs main airports to arrive at

Alice Springs (ASP)

Cheapest

Alice Springs Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs.

📍 ~12 km from Alice Springs (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$672

Airports nearby Alice Springs used as alternative

Ayers Rock (AYQ)

Cheapest

Ayers Rock (AYQ) is a viable alternative for Alice Springs, offering significant commercial traffic and multiple major carriers.

📍 ~450 km from Alice Springs (reachable by car, ~4.5-5 hours drive)

💸 Flights from ~A$266

Mount Isa (ISA)

Mount Isa (ISA) serves as a secondary regional hub with reliable connections, despite being a significant distance.

📍 ~650 km from Alice Springs (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$843

Tennant Creek (TCA)

Tennant Creek (TCA) is geographically close within the Northern Territory, but has very limited flight frequency.

📍 ~500 km from Alice Springs (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$2,261

Coober Pedy (CPD)

Coober Pedy (CPD) offers an alternative gateway for southbound travel, with limited regional service.

📍 ~600 km from Alice Springs (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$921

Birdsville (BVI)

Birdsville (BVI) provides regional connectivity for remote eastern routes, but has very infrequent flights.

📍 ~750 km from Alice Springs (reachable by car, extremely difficult road access)

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Alice Springs

67% AI deal score

$987

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Elite

Oct 17

Alice Springs, Australia

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$989

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Sep 14

Alice Springs, Australia

67% AI deal score

$1,006

$991

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Sep 22

Alice Springs, Australia

67% AI deal score

$1,034

$1,026

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Alice Springs, Australia

67% AI deal score

$1,069

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Alice Springs

Historically, the best prices for flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs are found when booking 60+ days in advance. Across the trailing 90 days, the average price for tickets purchased in this window was $355. This is significantly lower than the average price of $480 for tickets bought 0-6 days before departure. Even tickets purchased 14-27 days out had a higher average price of $404, indicating that planning ahead typically yields better value.

A good deal for a flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs is typically considered to be $286 or less. This threshold represents the 25th percentile of prices observed across the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route historically stands at $401, while prices at the 75th percentile reached $536. Therefore, if you find a fare at or below $286, it is generally a favorable price.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs are August, February, and October. In August, the median price was $256, while February saw a median of $258, and October had a median of $259. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price of $401 for this route. Travelers looking for the best value may consider planning their trips during these months.

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