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Flight deals from Melbourne Tullamarine to Adelaide

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adelaide Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 1,778. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Adelaide.R 889 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 889, select.

Adelaide.R 966 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 966, select.

Adelaide.R 975 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 975, select.

Adelaide.R 983 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Apr.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 21 Apr, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 983, select.

Adelaide.R 983 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 983, select.

Adelaide.R 983 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 983, select.

Adelaide.R 983 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 983, select.

Adelaide.R 985 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 985, select.

Adelaide.R 985 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 985, select.

Adelaide.R 985 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 14 May, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 985, select.

Adelaide.R 985 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 985, select.

Adelaide.R 1,062 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,062, select.

Adelaide.R 2,010 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound direct flight with Qantas departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 3 Jun, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,010, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Adelaide

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

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Melbourne Tullamarine to Adelaide: Alternative routes

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Melbourne to Adelaide: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	R 889
Cheapest month to fly	February
Average flight time	1 hr, 23 mins
Most popular airline	Qatar Airways
Average flights per week	780

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Adelaide: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Adelaide?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Adelaide is R 1,770. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Adelaide?

1 hour and 23 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne Tullamarine to Adelaide.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Adelaide?

Qatar Airways, IndiGo and Air New Zealand fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Adelaide.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne Tullamarine to Adelaide?

As of June 2026, there are 720 flights per week flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Adelaide.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Adelaide?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Adelaide is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adelaide Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adelaide Airport on Thursday, 11 March 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adelaide Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 23 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Adelaide?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Adelaide?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adelaide with?

Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Adelaide.

Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL): what you need to know

Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adelaide Airport.
The timezone in Adelaide is UTC+10:30, which is 30 minutes behind Melbourne.
Flights from MEL to ADL start at 05:35 — the earliest with Qatar Airways. The last departure is at 21:25 with Virgin Australia Regional. Overall, you can take your pick of 157 weekly Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adelaide Airport flights.
Your MEL to ADL flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as December, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
With direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adelaide Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Adelaide (and then other destinations in Australia) is a breeze. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
Qantas tops the list for bookings on this route.
Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier operating MEL to ADL flights, with 67.55% of its services landing on schedule.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adelaide Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MEL and ADL:
- Canberra Airport
- Launceston Airport
- Mount Gambier Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)

The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adelaide Airport flight is R 889. A return fare is currently R 1,770. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from MEL to ADL, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adelaide Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Landing cheap flights from MEL to ADL is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adelaide Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

63% of flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on time.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near MEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adelaide Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Adelaide Airport (ADL)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adelaide Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ADL instead:
Pick up a Adelaide Airport rental car and discover Adelaide and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, simba car rental and East Coast are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Adelaide Airport about one week ahead.

When to fly to Adelaide Airport (ADL)

December is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adelaide Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Adelaide in March.
When reserving your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adelaide Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Adelaide, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MEL to ADL in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.