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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Brisbane to Adelaide:

• Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 08:49
• Latest: departs at 19:40 and lands at 22:29.

The flight takes about 2h 49m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Brisbane to Adelaide:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Brisbane to Adelaide takes 2h 49m, covering 2,605 km.

No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Return flights from Brisbane to Adelaide range from $338 to $520, with an average of $408 over the past 12 months. Anything below $338 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 26% above the route average of $408. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average $407 return, compared with $552 via a stopover through Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

Virgin Australia is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Qantas Airways has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Brisbane to Adelaide flights are:

• Virgin Australia: 92% on time
• Qantas Airways: 88% on time
• Jetstar: 77% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 87% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $27–$143 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Jetstar and IndiGo. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Brisbane to Adelaide flights, with 56% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 22%, Evening flights for 22%, and Night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $279 to $1,329. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Brisbane to Adelaide are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $221, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

Adelaide Airport (ADL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Bargain Car Rentals
• Simba Car Hire
• East Coast Car Rentals
• Europcar
• Budget

Flights from Brisbane to Adelaide usually depart from Brisbane (BNE) and arrive at Adelaide (ADL).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Brisbane to Adelaide route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 10 minutes.

Connecting flights from Brisbane to Adelaide most commonly pass through:

• Melbourne (MEL) – 88% of one-stop connections
• Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 13% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 101% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 8% on the Brisbane to Adelaide route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $393 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $423, a difference of $30. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Brisbane and Adelaide. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Qantas Airways
• Virgin Australia
• Jetstar

Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 17m, compared to 9h 57m via Melbourne (MEL).

Some of the most popular sights in Adelaide are Adelaide Convention Centre, Adelaide Casino, and Victoria Park. These are among the most viewed places in Adelaide on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Brisbane to Adelaide flights:

• Virgin Australia: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Jetstar: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Virgin Australia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

There are frequent direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Adelaide Airport. Airlines such as Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia all fly from Brisbane Airport to Adelaide Airport with no layovers on route.

Adelaide Airport is well connected to the city centre. Passengers arriving at Adelaide Airport can take the JetBus service from Bus Stop 10 on Airport Road, outside the terminals. This bus service connects with the city centre and takes around 40min. You can also take a taxi from the airport. You can find the taxi rank outside of arrivals, on the west side of the pedestrian plaza. A taxi journey to the city usually costs around A$ 17.

Passengers landing at Adelaide Airport can stay at the conveniently located Atura Airport Hotel. The hotel is directly connected to the Domestic Terminal via walkways, and a 24h reception desk is available so you can check in anytime.

The KAYAK website allows you to sort flights by CO2 emissions, so you can find sustainable options. Some of the factors that make an impact on CO2 emissions include aircraft type, direct flights, cabin class and whether your flight is fully booked. Direct flights on Virgin Australia will reduce carbon emissions by about 28%.

When you’re travelling economy class on a domestic flight in Australia, you are typically permitted to bring one check-in bag of 23 kg. Business-class passengers can bring up to 32 kg. The amount of hand luggage varies according to airline and cabin class, but you can usually bring one 7 kg bag and one personal item.

If you want to book a business-class flight along this route, you can fly Virgin Australia or Qantas. Business-class flights feature leather reclining seats with an extendable leg rest, complimentary inflight entertainment, a dedicated check-in lane plus priority boarding and disembarkation. You can also relax in one of the domestic business lounges before your flight and enjoy a coffee or light meal.

Meet-and-greet services are available at Brisbane Airport and Adelaide Airport (ADL), to ensure a smooth arrival and departure on your journey. A dedicated assistant will assist with your luggage and help you through security checks, escort you to the VIP lounge and make sure you get to the departure gate on time.