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$60+ 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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ADL
Apr 18 — Apr 251
Sat 4/18
Sat 4/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Adelaide are usually found in January or August, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Adelaide

Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Adelaide
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Adelaide. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 19, 2026.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/237:05 am
MEL
-
ADL
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Fri 4/249:45 pm
ADL
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/13$115
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Tue 4/219:40 am
MEL
-
ADL
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Sun 4/269:45 pm
ADL
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/16$118
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/136:10 am
MEL
-
ADL
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Mon 4/209:45 pm
ADL
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/16$119
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 4/17:05 am
MEL
-
ADL
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Sat 4/412:00 pm
ADL
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/14$120
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/264:50 pm
MEL
-
ADL
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Sun 3/297:15 am
ADL
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/14$121
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/157:05 am
MEL
-
ADL
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Mon 5/186:30 pm
ADL
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/16$122
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/187:05 am
MEL
-
ADL
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Sat 4/256:30 pm
ADL
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/17$123
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/49:00 pm
MEL
-
ADL
Nonstop1h 25m
Jetstar
Wed 4/89:45 pm
ADL
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/18$124
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/149:00 pm
MEL
-
ADL
Nonstop1h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/169:50 pm
ADL
-
MEL
Nonstop1h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$129

Find 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 March 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$115
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$60
(Jetstar)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$194

Good round-trip deal

$169 or less

Good one-way deal

$93 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Adelaide that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Thu 4/23

7:05 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Adelaide

Sat 4/25

6:30 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$115

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Sat 5/2

7:05 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Adelaide

Sat 5/9

6:30 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$121
Quickest round-trip

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Sat 4/11

7:05 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Adelaide

Wed 4/15

9:45 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$131

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Wed 4/15

6:05 am-7:00 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Adelaide

Wed 4/15

8:40 am-10:30 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$139

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Fri 4/10

9:00 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Adelaide

Sat 4/11

6:30 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$195

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Mon 7/27

8:15 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Adelaide

Wed 7/29

10:50 am-5:30 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$232

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop5h 25m

Adelaide

Sat 4/25

6:05 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$241

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Mon 4/6

9:10 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Adelaide

Thu 4/9

6:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop4h 35m

$336

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Thu 5/21

5:15 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop4h 15m

Adelaide

Sun 5/24

6:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 05m

$336

MelbourneAdelaide

MEL - ADL

MELADL

Melbourne

Sun 8/2

7:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop4h 25m

Adelaide

Tue 8/4

6:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 05m

$339

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Compare providers for flights from Melbourne to Adelaide

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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Adelaide from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide

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 March 13, 2026.

Booking 34 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide (average of $67). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide in March is currently the most expensive (average of $93). 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 March 19, 2026.

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 in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 25% 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 March 14, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide?

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 March 19, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide, such as Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
449 reviews

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
449 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
449 reviews

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,006 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
449 reviews

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
532 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
449 reviews

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

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. 3 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 93 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide in 1h 25m. Fly via Jetstar or Virgin Australia to get the fastest option. There are 398 mi between Melbourne Airport and Adelaide. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Jetstar, at $90, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia. These flights start at 43% 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 $47. Users have also found prices from $77 and $105 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, 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: Malaysia Airlines (100%), Cathay Pacific (85%), Alaska Airlines( 84%).

  • 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 $167, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $79. 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide (average of $67). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide in March is currently the most expensive (average of $93). 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 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Adelaide

Discover the top 3 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 March 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$90Average$156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$126Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$127Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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