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January 9 - January 13

Cheapest

SYD - Alice Springs

A$647

A$497

Round trip

January 13 - January 17

SYD - Alice Springs

A$655

A$499

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January 12 - January 16

SYD - Alice Springs

A$649

A$499

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January 7 - January 9

Earliest

SYD - Alice Springs

A$643

A$499

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January 10 - January 16

SYD - Alice Springs

A$658

A$499

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January 10 - January 17

SYD - Alice Springs

A$658

A$499

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January 11 - January 19

SYD - Alice Springs

A$644

A$499

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January 11 - January 16

Best

SYD - Alice Springs

A$661

A$499

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January 15 - January 16

SYD - Alice Springs

A$649

A$499

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January 14 - January 16

SYD - Alice Springs

A$650

A$499

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Sydney to Alice Springs: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Alice Springs

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Sydney to Alice Springs, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, with 47.6% of recent fares being direct. The remaining itineraries typically include 1 stopover. This mix means you have options for both direct travel and routes with connections, which can sometimes offer different price points.
A typical journey from Sydney to Alice Springs takes about 3h 20m, including connections. This median duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect, encompassing both direct flights and those with a single stopover. The direct flight time is also approximately 3h 20m, indicating that connecting flights significantly extend the travel duration on this route.
The distance between Sydney and Alice Springs is approximately 2020 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically translates to a flight duration that balances convenience with the need for efficient air travel, often serviced by a variety of aircraft types.
Right now, fares for flights from Sydney to Alice Springs typically range from $336โ€“$497, with a median price of $396. Current fares are above the typical level, and about 12% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.
When considering the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Alice Springs, August stands out with a median fare of $336. Following closely are July, with a median fare of $340, and November, where the median fare is $345. These months generally offer more budget-friendly options compared to other times of the year.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Alice Springs

Regular price: A$507 - A$1,144

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

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Alice Springs is between AUD 507 and AUD 1144. The current lowest deal is AUD 454 with QantasLink, for travel from Jan 9-Jan 13.

now A$454

Low A$507

High A$1,144

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Alice Springs

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Alice Springs is February, with a median price of $194. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $456. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from A$194

June

Most Expensive

Flights from A$456

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Direct flights from Sydney to Alice Springs

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Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Alice Springs

Thu, Nov 5

โŒ› Last-Minute

SYD - Alice Springs

QantasLink

Sydney (SYD) - Alice Springs (ASP)

QantasLink

A$925

A$700

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

โŒ› Last-Minute

SYD - Alice Springs

QantasLink

Sydney (SYD) - Alice Springs (ASP)

QantasLink

A$925

A$821

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

โŒ› Last-Minute

SYD - Alice Springs

QantasLink

Sydney (SYD) - Alice Springs (ASP)

QantasLink

A$967

A$754

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

โŒ› Last-Minute

SYD - Alice Springs

QantasLink

Sydney (SYD) - Alice Springs (ASP)

QantasLink

A$967

A$816

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

โŒ› Last-Minute

SYD - Alice Springs

QantasLink

Sydney (SYD) - Alice Springs (ASP)

QantasLink

A$966

A$814

One-way

Fri, Nov 13

โŒ› Last-Minute

SYD - Alice Springs

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Sydney (SYD) - Alice Springs (ASP)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$956

A$754

One-way

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

2 nights

Jan 27 - Jan 29

A$912ย ย โ†’ย ย A$620

32%

3 nights

Dec 18 - Dec 21

A$893ย ย โ†’ย ย A$607

32%

2 nights

Dec 27 - Dec 29

A$890ย ย โ†’ย ย A$605

32%

1 night

Dec 18 - Dec 19

A$895ย ย โ†’ย ย A$610

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Alice Springs

Sydney - Alice Springs route insights

๐Ÿ’ธ Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Sydney to Alice Springs are above the typical level for this route.

๐Ÿ“… Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, February offers the lowest median prices at $194 for flights from Sydney to Alice Springs.

โฑ๏ธ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 20m.

The median flight time for a direct flight from Sydney to Alice Springs is 3h 20m.

โœˆ๏ธ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available from QantasLink.

QantasLink offers direct flights on this route, with 47.6% of recent flights being direct.

๐Ÿ† Airline highlight

QantasLink has a direct deal for $454.

A recent direct deal from QantasLink for Sydney to Alice Springs was found for $454.

๐ŸŽฏ Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Deals for flights from Sydney to Alice Springs are classified as frequent over 30 days.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport offers direct flights to Alice Springs, making it a convenient departure choice.

๐Ÿ“ ~9 km from Sydney city center (reachable by car or train)

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~A$659

Western Sydney International Airport (WSI)

Western Sydney International Airport is an alternative departure option for flights to Alice Springs.

๐Ÿ“ ~46 km from Sydney city center (reachable by car)

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~A$927

Alice Springs main airports to arrive at

Alice Springs (ASP)

Cheapest

Alice Springs Airport is the most convenient option for reaching Alice Springs from Sydney.

๐Ÿ“ ~12 km from Alice Springs (reachable by car)

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~A$659

Airports nearby Alice Springs used as alternative

Ayers Rock (AYQ)

Cheapest

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

๐Ÿ“ ~4.5 to 5 hours drive from Alice Springs, primarily serving tourist routes.

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~A$281

Mount Isa (ISA)

Mount Isa (ISA) serves as a major regional hub with reliable connections, offering business class seating.

๐Ÿ“ Over 650 km drive from Alice Springs, located in a different state.

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~A$907

Tennant Creek (TCA)

Tennant Creek (TCA) is relatively close geographically and shares the same timezone as Alice Springs.

๐Ÿ“ Limited flight frequency and only economy class available.

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~A$2,180

Coober Pedy (CPD)

Coober Pedy (CPD) is an alternative gateway for southbound travel towards Adelaide, accessible via Stuart Highway.

๐Ÿ“ Nearly 600 km distance, with very limited regional service.

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~A$997

Birdsville (BVI)

Birdsville (BVI) offers regional connectivity for remote eastern routes, though with very infrequent flights.

๐Ÿ“ Extremely difficult road access from Alice Springs, requiring crossing the Simpson Desert.

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79% AI deal score

$2,023

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Alice Springs

Historically, booking flights from Sydney to Alice Springs 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest prices, with an average of $363. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked within 28-59 days of travel average around $374. Travelers booking within 0-6 days of departure can expect to pay an average of $470, indicating a significant price increase for last-minute bookings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Sydney to Alice Springs is considered to be $336 or less. The median price for this route was $396. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $497 or less. This threshold helps travelers identify competitive deals for their journey.

Historically, August has been the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Alice Springs, with a median price of $336. July also offers competitive prices, with a median of $340. The annual median price for this route is $396. While November also shows a median of $345, it was also identified as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days.