Flying from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes. Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Melbourne 30 minutes ahead of Adelaide.
Every week, there are 2,015 flights from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. To be on board early, opt for the 05:35 Qatar Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure from ADL to MEL is 21:50 with Virgin Australia.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Plenty of airlines provide direct flights from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're staying in Melbourne or seeing more of Australia, these top carriers can get you between ADL and MEL:
To break up your flight from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the ADL - MEL route include:
Mount Gambier Airport
Launceston Airport
Canberra Airport
Once you've booked your cheap ticket from ADL to MEL, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't required since you're travelling within Australia. As long as you have another form of identification, like an ID card or driver's license, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is $69. The cheapest price for a return flight is $138. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book 9 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from ADL to MEL.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Adelaide Airport (ADL)
Adelaide Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Adelaide. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 17 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 49 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near ADL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider staying in a hotel near MEL if you're on a late flight from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to the centre of Melbourne takes about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 42 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Melbourne in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from ADL to MEL sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Melbourne
Once you've locked in your flights from ADL to MEL, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Melbourne. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
Complete your Melbourne trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Melbourne trip.