- Must visit
National Gallery of Victoria International
Australia's oldest and most visited art museum, known for major international collections, blockbuster exhibitions, and the iconic water wall on St Kilda Road.
Flights from Adelaide to Melbourne depart on average 44 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) but you can travel from only $51 (€42) by bus.
There are 10 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:30, the last at 22:50. The fastest flight covers the 406 miles (654 km) distance in 1h 15m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 406 miles (654 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Flights per day 44 |
Direct flights 10 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 5:30 AM |
Last flight 10:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
Cheapest price
$134
Average price
$558
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Flights per day
58
Distance
654 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Adelaide to Melbourne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Adelaide to Melbourne will cost around $558 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $134.
Of the 58 flights that leave Adelaide for Melbourne onThu, Jun 18, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct flights cover the 654 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the longest flights will take 1 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
JQ771
JQ777
JQ773
JQ775
VA204
JQ773
JQ777
VA212
JQ771
VA218Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Adelaide to Melbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a train costs an average of $227.
Distance: 406 miles (654 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$154 Average price | $70 Average price Cheapest | $232 Average price | $111 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 40m Average total duration 10h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 18m Average total duration 10h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Adelaide to Melbourne:
A bus is $84 (€68) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Adelaide to Melbourne costing on average $154 (€124).
A bus is $162 (€131) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Adelaide to Melbourne costing on average $232 (€188).
Other travel options to Melbourne take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 10m.
Train takes on average 10h 48m.
The table below shows live departures for Adelaide to Melbourne flights for tomorrow, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VA401 · VA800 | 6:00 AM Adelaide | 25h20 | 7:50 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA401 · VA804 | 6:00 AM Adelaide | 25h35 | 8:05 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA401 · VA810 | 6:00 AM Adelaide | 26h20 | 8:50 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA401 · VA812 | 6:00 AM Adelaide | 26h35 | 9:05 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA204 | 6:05 AM Adelaide | 1h20 | 7:55 AM Melbourne | 0 transfersDirect | |
VA1385 · VA336 | 6:10 AM Adelaide | 11h40 | 6:20 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA1385 · VA332 | 6:10 AM Adelaide | 9h40 | 4:20 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA1385 · VA308 | 6:10 AM Adelaide | 26h40 | 9:20 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA1385 · VA314 | 6:10 AM Adelaide | 27h40 | 10:20 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA1385 · VA306 | 6:10 AM Adelaide | 25h50 | 8:30 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ761 · JQ533 | 6:25 AM Adelaide | 14h25 | 9:20 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ761 · JQ521 | 6:25 AM Adelaide | 10h45 | 5:40 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ761 · JQ517 | 6:25 AM Adelaide | 7h15 | 2:10 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ761 · JQ525 | 6:25 AM Adelaide | 11h40 | 6:35 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ761 · JQ519 | 6:25 AM Adelaide | 9h00 | 3:55 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ761 · JQ529 | 6:25 AM Adelaide | 15h25 | 10:20 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ761 · JQ531 | 6:25 AM Adelaide | 13h10 | 8:05 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ761 · JQ527 | 6:25 AM Adelaide | 12h35 | 7:30 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ771 | 7:15 AM Adelaide | 1h20 | 9:05 AM Melbourne | 0 transfersDirect | |
VA208 | 7:40 AM Adelaide | 1h20 | 9:30 AM Melbourne | 0 transfersDirect | |
VA212 | 8:40 AM Adelaide | 1h20 | 10:30 AM Melbourne | 0 transfersDirect | |
JQ777 | 8:55 AM Adelaide | 1h20 | 10:45 AM Melbourne | 0 transfersDirect | |
JQ763 · JQ525 | 9:15 AM Adelaide | 8h50 | 6:35 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ763 · JQ521 | 9:15 AM Adelaide | 7h55 | 5:40 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ763 · JQ519 | 9:15 AM Adelaide | 6h10 | 3:55 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ763 · JQ533 | 9:15 AM Adelaide | 11h35 | 9:20 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ763 · JQ529 | 9:15 AM Adelaide | 12h35 | 10:20 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ763 · JQ531 | 9:15 AM Adelaide | 10h20 | 8:05 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ763 · JQ527 | 9:15 AM Adelaide | 9h45 | 7:30 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA1449 · VA742 | 10:50 AM Adelaide | 6h10 | 5:30 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA218 | 11:50 AM Adelaide | 1h20 | 1:40 PM Melbourne | 0 transfersDirect | |
VA1393 · VA324 | 11:50 AM Adelaide | 25h00 | 1:20 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA1393 · VA328 | 11:50 AM Adelaide | 27h00 | 3:20 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA1393 · VA308 | 11:50 AM Adelaide | 21h00 | 9:20 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA1393 · VA322 | 11:50 AM Adelaide | 24h00 | 12:20 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA1393 · VA314 | 11:50 AM Adelaide | 22h00 | 10:20 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA1393 · VA332 | 11:50 AM Adelaide | 28h00 | 4:20 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ773 | 12:05 PM Adelaide | 1h15 | 1:50 PM Melbourne | 0 transfersDirect | |
VA419 · VA800 | 12:25 PM Adelaide | 18h55 | 7:50 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA419 · VA804 | 12:25 PM Adelaide | 19h10 | 8:05 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ775 | 1:40 PM Adelaide | 1h20 | 3:30 PM Melbourne | 0 transfersDirect | |
VA224 | 2:20 PM Adelaide | 1h20 | 4:10 PM Melbourne | 0 transfersDirect | |
VA425 · VA800 | 2:30 PM Adelaide | 16h50 | 7:50 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ767 · JQ505 | 5:15 PM Adelaide | 14h55 | 8:40 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ767 · JQ501 | 5:15 PM Adelaide | 13h55 | 7:40 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA580 · VA254 | 5:20 PM Adelaide | 14h40 | 8:30 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
JQ779 | 6:30 PM Adelaide | 1h20 | 8:20 PM Melbourne | 0 transfersDirect | |
VA1405 · VA358 | 6:55 PM Adelaide | 28h30 | 11:55 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA1405 · VA356 | 6:55 PM Adelaide | 27h55 | 11:20 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA1405 · VA308 | 6:55 PM Adelaide | 13h55 | 9:20 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA443 · VA812 | 8:00 PM Adelaide | 12h35 | 9:05 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA443 · VA810 | 8:00 PM Adelaide | 12h20 | 8:50 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA443 · VA800 | 8:00 PM Adelaide | 11h20 | 7:50 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA443 · VA804 | 8:00 PM Adelaide | 11h35 | 8:05 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA443 · VA884 | 8:00 PM Adelaide | 24h20 | 8:50 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA443 · VA886 | 8:00 PM Adelaide | 24h35 | 9:05 PM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA443 · VA820 | 8:00 PM Adelaide | 13h35 | 10:05 AM Melbourne | 1 transfer | |
VA248 | 9:50 PM Adelaide | 1h20 | 11:40 PM Melbourne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Australia's oldest and most visited art museum, known for major international collections, blockbuster exhibitions, and the iconic water wall on St Kilda Road.
Major natural and cultural history museum featuring science, First Peoples exhibitions, and the famous Forest Gallery beside Carlton Gardens.
Federation Square gallery dedicated to Australian art, from First Nations works to colonial, modern, and contemporary pieces in a central location.
The city's best-known public square, next to Flinders Street Station, hosting major events, architecture, galleries, and riverfront access.
Expansive central gardens with lakes, themed plantings, and walking paths, popular for relaxing, photography, and skyline views.
Busy riverside walking area lined with public art, entertainment venues, and skyline views, especially lively in the evening.
Melbourne’s signature espresso drink, made with velvety steamed milk and a strong coffee base. It is central to the city’s celebrated café culture.
A pub classic in Melbourne: crumbed chicken schnitzel topped with tomato sauce, ham, and melted cheese, usually served with chips and salad.
A beloved Australian handheld pie with rich minced meat gravy in pastry. It is a familiar snack at bakeries, sporting events, and cafés across Melbourne.
One of Melbourne’s best-known fine dining restaurants, celebrated for inventive Australian tasting menus and a polished special-occasion experience.
A highly regarded city restaurant specialising in fresh pasta, Italian small plates, and a compact, stylish atmosphere.
A long-established Melbourne institution for refined Cantonese dining, known for formal service and classic dishes in an elegant setting.
Moderate for a major city: coffee and casual meals are manageable, while hotels and fine dining can be pricey in central areas.
Tipping is not expected. Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service; small tips for taxis are optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Adelaide to Melbourne by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Melbourne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Adelaide to Melbourne flights use the Adelaide to Melbourne airport pair. Use this guide to compare Adelaide and Melbourne airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Adelaide is 4 km from Adelaide city centre. Public transport options include:
Adelaide has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in the terminal, offering a variety of options including cafes, fast food, and sit-down dining. Top options include Hudsons Coffee and Coopers Alehouse.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to four hours. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, offering services from various banks.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Adelaide: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Adelaide: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Adelaide: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels within walking distance, including the Atura Adelaide Airport Hotel..
Melbourne is 6 km from Melbourne city centre. Public transport options include:
Melbourne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Various restaurants in terminal 2, including Asian and Italian cuisines.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Melbourne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Melbourne: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Melbourne: Ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Hotels within walking distance, including ParkRoyal Melbourne Airport..
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