Flying from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is 30 minutes ahead of Adelaide.
You can choose from 2,015 weekly Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Qantas is the earliest available. Virgin Australia Regional operates the latest service of the day at 21:50.
Leave enough time to make your ADL to MEL flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
There's a good range of direct flights from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to choose from. When planning your Melbourne journey, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this exciting part of Australia:
Jetstar is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering ADL to MEL flights is Qantas. Its services land as planned 78.31% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between ADL and MEL:
Launceston Airport
Canberra Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Right now, $62 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $123. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from ADL to MEL, book your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Adelaide Airport (ADL)
75.6% of flights leaving from Adelaide Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Adelaide Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Adelaide. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near ADL? If you've booked an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It takes around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Melbourne. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ADL to MEL in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Melbourne, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Journey about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its top sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another essential stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.