Cheap Flights from Brisbane to Adelaide

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Brisbane to Adelaide? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Adelaide

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Brisbane to Adelaide flights are currently cheapest in December.

Direct flights from Brisbane to Adelaide

Brisbane to Adelaide: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Brisbane to Adelaide below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Adelaide.

Brisbane to Adelaide: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,546
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time2 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airlineAlliance Airlines
Average flights per week286

Finding cheap flights from Brisbane to Adelaide: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Brisbane to Adelaide is R 3,108. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 51 minutes is the average flight time from Brisbane to Adelaide.
Alliance Airlines, Air New Zealand and Qantas fly direct from Brisbane to Adelaide.
As of November 2025, there are 286 flights per week flying from Brisbane to Adelaide.
The cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Adelaide is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Brisbane Airport to Adelaide Airport on Thursday, 8 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 51 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Adelaide but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Adelaide is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Adelaide.

Travelling from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Adelaide Airport (ADL): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Brisbane Airport to Adelaide Airport.

  • Adelaide is 30 minutes ahead of Brisbane and follows the UTC+10:30 timezone.

  • Flights from BNE to ADL start at 06:05 — the earliest with Virgin Australia Regional. The latest departure is at 19:40 with Virgin Australia Regional. Overall, there are 120 weekly Brisbane Airport to Adelaide Airport flights.

  • To ensure you get on your BNE to ADL flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Flying during a peak month like January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can fly nonstop to Adelaide, Australia. Take off with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Adelaide Airport:

  • Jetstar is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • The most punctual carrier that offers BNE to ADL flights is Virgin Australia Regional. Its services land without delay 76.32% of the time.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Brisbane Airport to Adelaide Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between BNE and ADL:

    • Canberra Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • R 1,546 is the lowest price for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Adelaide Airport flight. Return flights start at R 3,108. These fares can change depending on demand.

  • Book nine months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BNE to ADL.

  • August is the cheapest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Adelaide Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from BNE to ADL is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.

  • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Brisbane Airport to Adelaide Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)

  • 66.16% of flights that leave from Brisbane Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • Central Brisbane to Brisbane Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Expect a trip time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to BNE? If you're catching an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Adelaide Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Brisbane Airport to Adelaide Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ADL instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with an Adelaide Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, simba car hire or East Coast and experience more of Adelaide and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Adelaide Airport around one week in advance of your trip.

Getting from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to central Adelaide

  • Adelaide Airport to the centre of Adelaide has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 50 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • January is the busiest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Adelaide Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Adelaide in April.

  • Book your flight from Brisbane Airport to Adelaide Airport for January if you want to explore Adelaide during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BNE to ADL in August. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.

Explore more of Australia

  • Adelaide is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be discovered. About 338 kilometres east of Adelaide, a trip to Mildura will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Mildura Riverfront, Mildura Arts Centre & Rio Vista Homestead and Orange World.

  • Mount Gambier is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 370 kilometres south-east of Adelaide. No journey is complete without dropping by The Blue Lake, Engelbrecht Cave and The Valley Lake.

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