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$63+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Adelaide (ADL)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ADL
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Melbourne to Adelaide are usually found in May or August, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Adelaide

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Adelaide (ADL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$108
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$63
(FlightHub)

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May

Average price

$178
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:50 amMEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Sat 1/256:30 pmADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 12/20$116
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/224:20 pmMEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 12/258:40 amADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/22$224
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:40 pmMEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/24:05 pmADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$236
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:20 amMEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 25mQantas Airways
Mon 12/306:00 amADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/20$243
This Rex deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Rex is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2712:20 pmMEL - ADL
1 stop3h 20mRex
Tue 12/3112:30 pmADL - MEL
1 stop26h 00mRex
Deal found 12/21$512

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MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Tue 1/14

6:50 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Adelaide

Tue 1/21

4:05 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$108

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Fri 3/7

7:10 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Adelaide

Mon 3/10

6:10 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$202

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Sat 1/4

6:20 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Adelaide

Tue 1/7

7:45 pm-7:35 am

1 stop11h 20m

$310

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Sat 1/4

7:00 am-11:00 am

1 stop4h 30m

Adelaide

Tue 1/7

2:50 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$505

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Wed 1/1

12:20 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop3h 20m

Adelaide

Sun 1/5

6:45 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$513

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Wed 1/15

6:50 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$63

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Thu 3/6

6:20 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$112

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Thu 3/6

9:40 am-4:05 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$177

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Mon 12/30

9:50 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$199

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Sun 12/29

3:20 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop3h 30m

$238

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Melbourne to Adelaide in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Adelaide flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Melbourne Airport-Adelaide flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Melbourne Airport-Adelaide flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Adelaide flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Melbourne Airport-Adelaide flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Adelaide

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Adelaide

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Adelaide including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Adelaide. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide (average of $1,214). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,057). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to ADL?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Adelaide. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Melbourne to Adelaide. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Adelaide flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Adelaide. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

The most flights from MEL to ADL are scheduled on a Friday (105 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (71 on average).

Rainfall in Adelaide by month

Plan your trip to Adelaide by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Adelaide ranges from 0.4 - 2.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Adelaide when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Adelaide by month

Plan your trip to Adelaide by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Adelaide, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Adelaide

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Adelaide. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Adelaide. Reviews last updated December 22, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Melbourne to Adelaide, see what other customers have to say about Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Rex. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews

Comfort

8.6

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews

Comfort

8.6

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
457 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews

Comfort

8.6

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
806 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews

Comfort

8.6

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
483 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews

Comfort

8.6

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Adelaide. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Adelaide from Melbourne?

    Adelaide (ADL), located 4.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Adelaide. 4 airlines have flights to Adelaide from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Adelaide should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 81 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide round-trip?

    Jetstar, at $108, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $63. Users have also found prices from $112 and $177 on Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide?

    Before booking your flight to Adelaide from Melbourne Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Oman Air (97%), JetBlue (97%), British Airways( 97%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide? While on average our users pay $168, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $70. The most popular route (Melbourne - Adelaide), is priced around $63.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Adelaide that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Adelaide flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Adelaide.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Adelaide by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide (average of $1,214). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,057). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Adelaide

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Adelaide. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$90Average$142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
RexCheapest$96Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$109Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$116Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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