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$50+ Cheap flights from Adelaide (ADL) to Melbourne (MEL)

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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADL — MEL
Nov 22 — Nov 291
Sat 11/22
Sat 11/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Adelaide to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Adelaide to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 23, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Mon 12/82:20 pmADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Wed 12/102:25 pmMEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/23$106
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Sun 12/77:05 pmADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Wed 12/102:55 pmMEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/20$108
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/112:20 pmADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Thu 11/134:50 pmMEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 10/20$110
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Fri 11/289:30 pmADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/38:45 amMEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$113
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/106:20 pmADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Thu 12/118:45 amMEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/20$114
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 12/96:20 pmADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Thu 12/118:45 amMEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/23$115
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/86:20 pmADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Thu 12/118:45 amMEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/22$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/84:25 pmADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/119:10 amMEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$120
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/186:15 amADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Fri 11/214:50 pmMEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Deal found 10/20$121
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Sun 11/236:15 amADL - MEL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Mon 11/248:50 pmMEL - ADL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/23$128

Cheap flight deals from Adelaide to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Adelaide (ADL) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 October 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$106
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$50
(Jetstar)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$201

Good round-trip deal

$214 or less

Good one-way deal

$109 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Adelaide to Melbourne 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 October 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Adelaide

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AdelaideMelbourne

ADL - MEL

ADLMEL

Adelaide

Sat 2/21

5:50 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 2/24

7:10 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$129

AdelaideMelbourne

ADL - MEL

ADLMEL

Adelaide

Sun 2/22

7:50 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 2/27

7:10 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$129

AdelaideMelbourne

ADL - MEL

ADLMEL

Adelaide

Sun 3/1

6:15 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 3/1

2:25 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$132

AdelaideMelbourne

ADL - MEL

ADLMEL

Adelaide

Wed 11/12

6:20 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 11/14

9:25 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$132

AdelaideMelbourne

ADL - MEL

ADLMEL

Adelaide

Sat 12/6

6:20 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 12/13

2:55 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$133

AdelaideMelbourne

ADL - MEL

ADLMEL

Adelaide

Sun 3/1

6:15 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 3/5

8:50 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$135

AdelaideMelbourne

ADL - MEL

ADLMEL

Adelaide

Sun 11/9

6:15 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 11/12

12:40 pm-1:30 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$135

AdelaideMelbourne

ADL - MEL

ADLMEL

Adelaide

Fri 11/21

6:15 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 11/21

2:55 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$146

AdelaideMelbourne

ADL - MEL

ADLMEL

Adelaide

Sun 3/1

6:10 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 3/1

9:25 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$159

AdelaideMelbourne

ADL - MEL

ADLMEL

Adelaide

Sat 12/20

6:20 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 12/24

8:50 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$205

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Compare providers for flights from Adelaide to Melbourne

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 Adelaide to Melbourne in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Adelaide-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Adelaide-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Adelaide-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Adelaide-Melbourne Airport 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 Adelaide-Melbourne Airport 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 Adelaide to Melbourne

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Adelaide to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on October 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (average of $71). Flying from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $85). 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 ADL to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Adelaide to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 23, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 68% on flights from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Adelaide to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on October 19, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Adelaide to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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.

The best insider tips for Adelaide to Melbourne Airport flights

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Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

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

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
922 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
477 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Adelaide to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Adelaide to Melbourne?

    Adelaide (ADL), located 4.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Adelaide to Melbourne. 3 airlines have flights from Adelaide to Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Adelaide to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 57 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.

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

    Departing from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport will take you 1h 20m. The distance between Adelaide and Melbourne Airport is about 398 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $96, Jetstar will fly you from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $115 and $226, respectively. Jetstar is 40% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $95. While the most popular route (Adelaide - Melbourne) can be booked for $79 on average, our data indicates $245 when flying from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Adelaide to Melbourne 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 Adelaide to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (average of $71). Flying from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $85). 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 Adelaide to Melbourne

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Adelaide to Melbourne. 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 October 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$96Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$115Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$226Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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