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$104
Typical prices: $126-$275
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AVV - ADL • Direct
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AVV - 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

Thu, 20 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug
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20:10 - 21:00-
1h 20mdirect
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16:30 - 18:15-
1h 15mdirect
$104Jetstar
Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct
Jetstar Logo
18:50 - 19:40-
1h 20mdirect
Jetstar Logo
16:30 - 18:15-
1h 15mdirect
$106Jetstar
Wed, 2 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Jetstar Logo
18:50 - 19:40-
1h 20mdirect
Jetstar Logo
16:30 - 18:15-
1h 15mdirect
$107Jetstar
Wed, 2 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:00 - 21:55-
1h 25mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:05 - 07:55-
1h 20mdirect
$205Multiple Airlines
Thu, 3 Sep - Wed, 9 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:00 - 21:55-
1h 25mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:10 - 22:00-
1h 20mdirect
$208Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Sat, 5 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:00 - 21:55-
1h 25mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:05 - 07:55-
1h 20mdirect
$210Multiple Airlines
Thu, 27 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
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07:10 - 08:05-
1h 25mdirect
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20:10 - 22:00-
1h 20mdirect
$257Virgin Australia
Thu, 27 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep
Virgin Australia Logo
07:10 - 08:05-
1h 25mdirect
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18:50 - 20:40-
1h 20mdirect
$257Virgin Australia
Sun, 30 Aug - Sun, 6 Sep
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08:35 - 09:25-
1h 20mdirect
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18:30 - 20:20-
1h 20mdirect
$377Qantas Airways
Sun, 30 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep
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06:15 - 07:05-
1h 20mdirect
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19:45 - 21:35-
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$377Qantas Airways
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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 August.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Adelaide from Melbourne usually cost between $151 and $255 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $104 on Jetstar (20 Aug–24 Aug).

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 $63 on the route between Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV) and Adelaide (ADL). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 16% 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 Tuesday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Melbourne, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Tuesdays.

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 May, where tickets cost $183 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are October and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $258 and $251 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 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 35% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Cheapest flight

$67
Flight from Melbourne Avalon 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.
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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 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne to Adelaide was $67 for a one-way ticket and $104 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 Avalon.

  • 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 3 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 469 reviews
6.4Entertainment
6.4Food
7.5Comfort
8.2Crew
7.8Boarding
Airline reviews

Very good it will be my choice of airline while in Australia.

10.0 ExcellentAndrea, July 2026
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Very good it will be my choice of airline while in Australia.

I bought flights in August and there wasn’t a flight in the system

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

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!

Checked Baggage line up was long but moved quickly, rest of the process, boarding, crew was excellent

Boarding was smooth after a 25 min delay. Notification of delay could be more efficient and change in boarding gate was not notified on the flights board or app.

Very good experience, considering the short flight the meals were served promptly after takeoff.

Very poor. Flight was cancelled due to captain exceeding hours. Told to fend for ourselves for 12 hours until a new flight could be done. This meant overnight accommodation in Hobart. Next plane was delayed and no food onboard. No apologies from Virgin. Extremely disappointing.

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.

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.

Was bumped to a later flight because of inefficiency on part of the airline.

Very good as always, stand out airline. The passengers whom choose to stuff baggage that otherwise should be checked-in is a real bother but that's not the airlines doing. A real frustration that passengers just don't want to check-in luggage. This is a pet hate unfortunately.

The old Plane had not been cleaned properly in a long time.

Too many passengers are bringing on too many large items as part of carry on baggage where it should be checked in. This is not the fault of Qantas but the stupid mindset passengers have now about trying to bring anything and everything on as carry on luggage where it should be checked in.

Plane a little late departing, but not an issue. The pilots humour when he said “I will try to make up some time…. I know a few short cuts to Adelaide” made the passengers chuckle. This is what makes Qantas “Australian”.

The staff we fantastic and seemed to work very well with each other

IFE didn't work. Wifi didn't work but they eventually managed to reset it. Our original flight was cancelled, so rebooked onto new flight seated apart from travel partner.

No individual entertainment screens on this flight. Would have been nice to know beforehand.

Knees in back from passenger behind, limited seat pockets, no entertainment.

The Ryanair of Australia. Not impressed. Forced me to gate check my bag as it was over their weight limit. Charged me $125 for the privilege. Then said plane hold was locked and it would have to go out in the next flight, which was the following day. Explained that I was on a cruise the next day and the plane would not arrive until after the ship left, and that it would be impossible to catch up with the cruise at any point. Lady at the gate unimpressed. So to sum up they were ready to charge me $125 to lose a bag. Finally got it resolved by appealing to management, but the whole episode was not good for the blood pressure. The gate lady said they followed the Ryanair business model which means first time passengers get penalized for doing things that other airlines routinely allow.

Improved experience over our last years flight when also we flew local but on an international scheduled flight. The double processing is still unwelcome i.e. by security and then by border force having to produce a licence and boarding pass repeatedly on departure and return. Obviously suits the airline rather than the local traveller. The flight and crew were good though a helper on return was offhand having to push the wheel chair did the bare minimum we felt.

Flight was delayed both directions but once in the air was ok. Boarding out of Melbourne is just a mess.

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

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

Overall good trip I find seats a bit hard. We were waiting on board for about an hour for 2 passengers with some document issue. This main our arrival late for our pickup person.

Fabulous I have no issues with JetStar great service always use them to fly

Boarding was easy and unstressful, though the early "final call" was a bit off-putting. The crew were pleasant, and the seats were comfortable. The prices for food and drink were reasonable, apart from tea and coffee, where simple percolated coffee was charged at espresso prices. Deboarding was OK, though some Jetstar passengers appear to have a bad habit of pushing forward from their assigned rows, making it more difficult to get out for passengers that have paid a premium to sit up-front. Jetstar might want to look to address this to stop it from spreading.

They experienced problems with the opening of the front door when we flew into Adelaide

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