How many flights from Sydney to Adelaide are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 69.9% of flights from Sydney to Adelaide were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that a significant majority of travelers can find direct options for this route. Those preferring a direct journey have a good chance of securing one.

What's the flight time from Sydney to Adelaide?

The typical direct flight from Sydney to Adelaide has a median duration of 2 hours and 10 minutes. This route covers a distance of 1164 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 7 hours and 10 minutes. Travelers should factor in these durations when planning their journey, especially if considering connecting flights.

Should I set a price alert for Sydney to Adelaide flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Sydney to Adelaide have been classified as frequent across the trailing 30 days. This suggests that price fluctuations and opportunities for good fares occur regularly on this route. Setting a price alert can be beneficial to capture these frequent deals as they emerge. It allows travelers to be notified when prices drop to a desirable level.

Flights From Sydney

To Adelaide

Cheap Flights from Sydney to Adelaide

Browse current best options from Sydney. Become a member to unlock all deals and get alerts when new deals appear.

Deals from

Sydney

RatePunk searches hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to Adelaide

Prices updated 1 day ago

405 airlines compared

80%+ AI score for best value

Fares are subject to change and may not be available for all dates. (Data last updated Jul 26, 2026.)

Today’s best flight deals from Sydney to Adelaide

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Sydney to Adelaide

Round trip

Sort by: Cheapest

October 19 - October 26

Cheapest

SYD - Adelaide

A$240

A$245

Round trip

November 2 - November 4

Best

SYD - Adelaide

A$276

A$246

Round trip

August 28 - September 15

SYD - Adelaide

A$214

A$246

Round trip

August 25 - September 15

SYD - Adelaide

A$212

A$246

Round trip

August 22 - September 15

Earliest

SYD - Adelaide

A$210

A$246

Round trip

September 2 - September 22

SYD - Adelaide

A$258

A$246

Round trip

August 28 - September 23

SYD - Adelaide

A$208

A$246

Round trip

August 25 - September 4

SYD - Adelaide

A$229

A$246

Round trip

September 2 - September 23

SYD - Adelaide

A$258

A$246

Round trip

August 22 - September 4

Earliest

SYD - Adelaide

A$221

A$246

Round trip

Unlock all 500+ flight deals to Adelaide and get alerts when great deals appear

Sydney to Adelaide: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Adelaide

For cheap flights from Sydney to Adelaide, the cheapest months to fly are typically October and November, both with a median fare of $90. Following closely, January also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $123. These months present the best opportunities for travelers to find more affordable options for this route.

Fares for flights from Sydney to Adelaide typically range from $153–$349, with a median price of $250. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 13% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that while deals are available, they represent a smaller portion of the overall market.

A meaningful share of flights on this route are non-stop, with 69.9% of recent fares being direct flights from Sydney to Adelaide. For itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you have a good chance of finding a direct flight, but connecting options are also common.

A typical journey from Sydney to Adelaide takes approximately 2h 10m, including connections. For non-stop flights, the median flight time is also 2h 10m. Connecting itineraries, however, have a significantly longer median duration of 7h 40m, so choosing a direct flight can save considerable travel time.

The distance between Sydney and Adelaide is 1164 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the availability of frequent direct flights and shorter overall travel times.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Adelaide

Regular price: A$194 - A$442

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 194 AUD and 442 AUD. The current lowest deal is 245 AUD with Jetstar, for travel from Oct 19-Oct 26.

now A$245

Low A$194

High A$442

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Adelaide

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Adelaide is November, with a median price of $93. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $300. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from A$93

June

Most Expensive

Flights from A$300

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sydney to Adelaide

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Adelaide

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Adelaide

Sydney (SYD) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

A$458

A$298

One-way

Fri, Jul 31

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Adelaide

Sydney (SYD) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

A$433

A$256

One-way

Fri, Jul 31

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Adelaide

Sydney (SYD) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

A$430

A$256

One-way

Fri, Jul 31

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Adelaide

Sydney (SYD) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

A$433

A$256

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Adelaide

Sydney (SYD) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

A$401

A$248

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Adelaide

Sydney (SYD) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

A$417

A$256

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 19

A$742 → A$333

55%

2 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 18

A$746 → A$362

51%

4 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 21

A$742 → A$368

50%

4 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 19

A$742 → A$373

50%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Adelaide

Sydney - Adelaide route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Sydney to Adelaide are above the typical level at $245.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $93.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 10m

Direct flights from Sydney to Adelaide typically take 2h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

69.9% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 69.9% of flights on this route are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is an airline that offers direct flights on the Sydney to Adelaide route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Sydney to Adelaide are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Fly from Sydney Airport for direct flights to Adelaide, offering a convenient departure point.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$220

Western Sydney International Airport (WSI)

Consider Western Sydney International Airport for flights to Adelaide, an alternative departure option.

📍 ~46 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$364

Adelaide main airports to arrive at

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

Adelaide Airport is a primary gateway to Adelaide and surrounding South Australia.

📍 ~7 km from Adelaide city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$220

Airports nearby Adelaide used as alternative

Melbourne (MEL)

Melbourne (MEL) is a major hub, offering significantly more flight options for international and long-haul travel.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$130

Mildura (MQL)

Mildura (MQL) is the closest significant regional hub with interstate connections to Melbourne and Sydney.

📍 ~330 km from Adelaide (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$573

Mount Gambier (MGB)

Mount Gambier (MGB) is a major regional airport providing alternative access to southeastern South Australia and Victoria.

📍 ~380 km from Adelaide (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$668

Avalon (AVV)

Cheapest

Avalon (AVV) is a secondary airport for the Melbourne region, often used by low-cost carriers.

📍 ~600 km from Adelaide (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$91

Port Lincoln (PLO)

Port Lincoln (PLO) is a significant regional airport in South Australia, offering reliable regional service.

📍 ~250 km from Adelaide (reachable by car, requiring a long drive around the Spencer Gulf)

💸 Flights from ~A$636

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Adelaide

49% AI deal score

$778

$669

Save $109

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. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $501. Even booking 7-13 days in advance saw average prices around $290, indicating that last-minute bookings are considerably more expensive.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Sydney to Adelaide is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $153. The median price for this route during the same period was $250. Prices can go higher, with 75% of flights costing $349 or less. Monitoring prices to stay below the $153 threshold can help secure a favorable fare.

Historically, October and November have offered the cheapest flights from Sydney to Adelaide, with a median price of $90 for both months. January also presented a relatively low median price of $123. The annual median price for this route is $250, indicating that these months provide significant savings. Travelers looking for lower fares should consider flying during these periods.

Related routes

Consider alternative routes from Sydney

Flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi Flights from Sydney to Accra Flights from Sydney to Ahmedabad Flights from Sydney to Aitutaki Flights from Sydney to Albury Flights from Sydney to Alice Springs Flights from Sydney to Amritsar Flights from Sydney to Amsterdam Flights from Sydney to Apia Flights from Sydney to Armidale Flights from Sydney to Athens Flights from Sydney to Auckland