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$86 Find Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Adelaide

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Melbourne to Adelaide, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest return fare
$149
Typical prices: $170-$263
Jetstar
Fri 9/1Sun 11/1
MEL - ADL • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$84
Typical prices: $105-$164
Jetstar
Thu 8/1
MEL - ADL • Direct
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Adelaide

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to Adelaide that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Adelaide

Fri, 9 Jan - Sun, 11 Jan
Jetstar Logo
16:50 - 17:45
MEL
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ADL
1h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
06:15 - 08:05
ADL
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MEL
1h 20mdirect
$149Jetstar
Sat, 10 Jan - Wed, 14 Jan
Jetstar Logo
14:55 - 15:45
MEL
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ADL
1h 20mdirect
Jetstar Logo
06:15 - 08:05
ADL
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MEL
1h 20mdirect
$150Jetstar
Tue, 27 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
Jetstar Logo
08:45 - 09:35
MEL
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ADL
1h 20mdirect
Jetstar Logo
06:15 - 08:05
ADL
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MEL
1h 20mdirect
$156Jetstar
Tue, 27 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
Jetstar Logo
08:45 - 09:35
MEL
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ADL
1h 20mdirect
Jetstar Logo
16:25 - 18:15
ADL
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MEL
1h 20mdirect
$158Jetstar
Tue, 20 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
Jetstar Logo
14:55 - 15:45
MEL
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ADL
1h 20mdirect
Jetstar Logo
06:15 - 08:05
ADL
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MEL
1h 20mdirect
$159Jetstar
Tue, 20 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan
Jetstar Logo
08:45 - 09:35
MEL
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ADL
1h 20mdirect
Jetstar Logo
18:20 - 20:10
ADL
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MEL
1h 20mdirect
$162Jetstar
Fri, 9 Jan - Sun, 11 Jan
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15:20 - 16:10
MEL
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ADL
1h 20mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:15 - 08:05
ADL
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MEL
1h 20mdirect
$167Multiple Airlines
Wed, 18 Feb - Sat, 21 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:55 - 15:45
MEL
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ADL
1h 20mdirect
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17:50 - 19:40
ADL
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MEL
1h 20mdirect
$168Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:10 - 08:00
MEL
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ADL
1h 20mdirect
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06:15 - 08:05
ADL
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MEL
1h 20mdirect
$170Multiple Airlines
Wed, 18 Feb - Sat, 21 Feb
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14:55 - 15:45
MEL
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ADL
1h 20mdirect
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06:15 - 08:05
ADL
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MEL
1h 20mdirect
$171Jetstar
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Adelaide flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to Adelaide to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne to Adelaide?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Melbourne to Adelaide departing in January.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Adelaide flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Melbourne to Adelaide costs $57 on the route between Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV) and Adelaide (ADL). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 28% cheaper than other Melbourne-Adelaide routes. The most popular route is between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Adelaide (ADL).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne to Adelaide?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Melbourne to Adelaide clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Melbourne to Adelaide, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Melbourne, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Mondays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Adelaide?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne to Adelaide, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne to Adelaide is August, where tickets cost $195 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are October and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $272 and $269 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne to Adelaide?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne to Adelaide, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne to Adelaide, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 34% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Cheapest flight$84
Flight from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Adelaide

When to book flights from Melbourne to Adelaide

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Adelaide based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Melbourne to Adelaide

  • Does Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) have any lounges for domestic flights?

    You’ll find dedicated VIP lounges available at Melbourne Airport for passengers taking domestic flights. For example, Virgin Australia has a lounge in Melbourne Airport’s Domestic Terminal 2, catering to airline members who have lounge access as part of their membership. Similarly, Qantas has a First Class Lounge on Level 1 of Terminal 2, just after the Security area.

  • What’s the usual checked baggage limit for flights from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    Your checked baggage allowance will depend on the airline and cabin class you choose. For example, Rex and Virgin generally offer a 23 kg bag to Economy Class passengers and a 32 kg bag to Business Class passengers. As a low-cost carrier, Jetstar generally doesn’t offer a free checked bag to Economy passengers on flights from Melbourne to Adelaide. However, you can usually add one to your booking for a fee. In addition, Qantas offers a 23 kg bag to Economy Class passengers and two 23 kg bags to Business Class travellers.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne to Adelaide was $84 for a one-way ticket and $149 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    Melbourne has 2 major airports: Melbourne Avalon and Melbourne. Adelaide is the only airport in Adelaide. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine).

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Melbourne and Adelaide.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Adelaide.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Adelaide from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Adelaide with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Adelaide?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Adelaide from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to Adelaide

  • Adelaide International Airport (ADL) has a single terminal that services all Domestic and International flights. The city’s airport is a hub for the full-service Australian carrier Qantas, and regional Australian carriers Rex Airlines and Sharp Airlines.
  • Adelaide airport features wheelchair accessibility, modified bathrooms and service animal relief areas to support travellers with disabilities. If you need assistance with your baggage, support for a traveller with autism or help with any other needs, it’s important to notify your airline at least 48 hours before your flight to ensure they can arrange your required services.
  • If you’re heading to downtown Adelaide after your flight from Melbourne, buses, taxis and ride-share providers are available. Buses are generally the cheapest option, with the J1 and J2 lines departing from the plaza outside the terminal building. Taxis and ride-share providers pull up just outside the Arrivals Hall of the terminal.

Prefer to fly direct from Melbourne to Adelaide?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Melbourne to Adelaide.
Find which airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Adelaide Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Melbourne to Adelaide

Monday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

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Direct returns

Adelaide to Melbourne

Monday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Adelaide

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Melbourne to Adelaide. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Melbourne to Adelaide? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.6
Virgin AustraliaOverall score based on 428 reviews
7.5Comfort
8.2Crew
7.7Boarding
6.4Food
6.4Entertainment
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It was with Link Airways and the Saab 340 jet was noisy and little comfort.

6.0 GoodElio, Dec 2025
SYD - CBR
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It was with Link Airways and the Saab 340 jet was noisy and little comfort.

They didn’t sent my luggage I got it 24 hours later

Plane was late and they wouldn’t check our bags through to Tokyo

Overall experience was good but what really impressed me the most was the care the flight attendants took of a sick passenger who was sitting in front of me. The flight attendants would come and check on her quite regularly providing her support and comfort. Brilliant service!

Only answered OK and poor as there was no entertainment and I didnt have any food

4.5 hr international flight. We got a glass of water. Ranks up there with Ryan Air, Easy Jet, Spirit and Frontier. Expected better.

Gluten free options less explicit on business class, but great service

Very good… seems the virgin staff particularly in the lounge and in flight exceeded expectations.

I liked everything about the experience but would have liked some free snacks!

Crew was great but flight was delayed almost three hours due to a technical issue and we had to go back to the terminal and wait for another one.

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Excellent as always, I won't fly to Australia, and back to the US on any other airline. The flight crew is always top notch, and have a way to make one feel extra special. Thank you for your service, I would rate Qantas Airways a 10+.

Not great. The inflight entertainment was all on an app, and I did not want to watch a film on my phone. Also, the range of options of films was limited.

A few more inches of legroom is all i ask

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

Airline running better than post Covid, proper boarding process now implemented, some aircraft feeling a bit old and tired, crew fine, online experience better.

We were upgraded and after just a short delay in attending to a safety check we were on our way. Would definately fly Qantas International on their Dreamliner again.

Five hour flight instead of four hours due to westerly headwinds which wasn’t the fault of Qantas !

The wifi was out. Otherwise it was great flight. Richard, as CSM, was excellent.

All good. Over four hours flight if provided snacks like Qatar Airways would be better

Crew and food was good, ok leg room if you don’t have a big box under the seat. And the seats are so narrow (I’m only 70kg), will consider an alternate airline next time

Boarding from DOH to SYD the Business Class were pointed in a separate gate but no one there to receive us. Otherwise it was ok.

Good. It would be great if comfort seats were available

The flight was delayed and one member of the crew was a bit rude. But apart from that all good.

My entire row did not have power for the full duration of a 14.5 hour flight. Could not charge any devices such as laptop or phones for the entirety of the long flight. The flight attendants tried to remedy the issue by resetting the power, but were not successful. The only other solution provided was to move me to another seat on the plane which was in the middle row. I had paid for a “preferred” seat that was a window seat. This was a downgrade being offered due to the power issue.

The check-in and crew staff were wonderful. The food was reasonable. The online side Qatar was very poor. Seats were very tight and not very comfortable for a 14 hour flight!

My flight was with American Airlines 120. The flight was delayed 3 hours and I missed my connection. When I arrived in Doha, the AA staff told me to call an 800 number to rebook a different flight, which was unacceptable. Eventually a Qatar Air staff member helped rebook me on a flight to Manila, that was 12 hours later. They offered me a hotel and meal voucher which I declined, because I didn’t want to leave the airport. Long story short, I spent 12 hours in the Doha airport waiting for my next flight.

First keep the airline as you promise. Reason for travelling from Orlando to Tampa is to go with Qatar Airline. We end up with American Airline. As expected the service was horrible.

I’ve flown with Qatar multiple times and the service has always been great. Very professional, organized, the food is delicious and plentiful, tons of entertainment.

I had opted to pay extra for a ticket on Jetstar A321-Neo in the first row, believing it would enhance my travel experience. Unfortunately, this was not the case. The constant line-up for the toilet resulted in people frequently standing next to me, causing significant discomfort throughout the flight. It was difficult to relax with the persistent disturbance from passengers bumping into my seat. Furthermore, I was disappointed to find that the QR code for purchasing in-flight entertainment did not function, leaving me without access to the amenities I had anticipated. Given these circumstances, I will not be purchasing seats in the first two rows in the future, nor will I choose to fly with your airline again.

Jet star delayed both trips with poor communication. Passengers were made to change gates often and then left to stand with no seating. As someone getting over surgery this was very trying.

Delayed twice. Poor communication and people made to change gates too often.

Very disappointed with my recent Jetstar experience. Firstly, it was extremely frustrating that we had to pay extra for basic things like in-flight entertainment and meals. Other airlines provide these essentials even with standard tickets, but Jetstar offered no comfort or amenities without additional charges. For a long international journey, this made the experience very uncomfortable. On top of that, there was a delay on our flight from Melbourne to Bangkok due to parts replacement, which was already inconvenient. But the biggest issue was the massive 5 hours and 15 minutes delay on our return flight, which completely disrupted our plans, caused unnecessary stress, and impacted both our time and health. Jetstar provided vouchers, but they were not nearly sufficient to cover proper meals or any meaningful service at Bangkok Airport. After such a long delay, this felt extremely inadequate and did not compensate for the inconvenience we faced. Overall, this has been one of my worst travel experiences. I am extremely disappointed and will not be booking with Jetstar in the future. I strongly request Jetstar to provide additional compensation for the significant delays and the discomfort we had to go through.

Excellent help with Wife needing disability access at Brisbane airport

The flight was delayed by 2 hours but the Jetstar crew were fantastic.

Late leaving and desintuon board showed ‘gate closed’ when they hadn’t even commenced boarding!

Flight was delayed more than 1.5 hours. Gate changed multiple times

The good thing is that the flight got us from Darwin to Brisbane. However, it would have to be the most uncomfortable flight I have ever taken and if I can possibly avoid flying Jetstar again, I will.

no announcement about why we where delayed which is very poor

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