$525 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs in 2025

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Alice Springs.$525 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 May, returning Mon, 26 May.Return flight with Jetstar and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 23 May, arriving in Alice Springs.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Alice Springs on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $525, select.

Alice Springs.$527 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Alice Springs.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Alice Springs on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $527, select.

Alice Springs.$528 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jul, returning Fri, 8 Aug.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Alice Springs.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Alice Springs on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $528, select.

Alice Springs.$536 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun, returning Wed, 25 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Alice Springs.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Alice Springs on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $536, select.

Alice Springs.$543 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Alice Springs.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Alice Springs on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $543, select.

Alice Springs.$549 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Alice Springs.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Alice Springs on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $549, select.

Alice Springs.$551 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Oct, returning Mon, 27 Oct.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Alice Springs.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Alice Springs on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $551, select.

Alice Springs.$560 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug, returning Fri, 15 Aug.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Alice Springs.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Alice Springs on Fri, 15 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $560, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs

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

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Melbourne to Alice Springs: Alternative routes

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Melbourne to Alice Springs: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$525
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	2 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airline	LATAM Airlines
Average flights per week	20

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs is $525. 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 to Alice Springs?

2 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne to Alice Springs.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

LATAM Airlines, Qantas and Air New Zealand fly direct from Melbourne to Alice Springs.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

As of March 2025, there are 20 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Alice Springs.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs is usually March 2025.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs Airport on Friday, 23 May 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 55 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Alice Springs?

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 Alice Springs 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 Alice Springs?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Alice Springs is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which airlines fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

Qantas operates nonstop flights to Alice Springs from Melbourne, with Virgin Australia offering connecting routes via Adelaide.
If you search across a whole month you are in a better position to spot cheap flights for the time of year you’re planning to get away.

How easy is it to depart from Melbourne?

Melbourne has 3 airports, but only the Melbourne Tullamarine Airport offers flights to Alice Springs. This is the primary airport in the city, and has 4 terminals.

Terminal 1 – Qantas flights depart from this terminal.
Terminal 3 – Virgin Australia flights depart from here.

Both T1 and T3 have comprehensive facilities, like ATMs, shopping outlets, charging points, restaurants, bars, executive lounges, and free WiFi. You can walk between all terminals.

Arrive at this airport at least 1 hour before your flight is due to depart.

What do I need before I depart from Melbourne?

A form of photo-ID is required for domestic air travel.
Please be aware, that if you are not an Australian citizen or resident, you may need to carry your passport.

What information do I need to know before arriving in Alice Springs?

The Alice Springs Airport links the small town of Alice Springs to major Australian cities. This is a single terminal facility.

Main Terminal – Flights from Melbourne are directed to the main terminal.

There is a newsagency, a gift shop, and a café you can make use of at Alice Springs Airport. There is also a post office, and a couple of ATMs. You will also be able to connect to free WiFi.

What is the weather like in Alice Springs?

Alice Springs in the summer typically sits at about 20-35°C, but it can rise as high as 40°C. Winters on the other hand can be very cool, hovering between 5-20°C, and at night sinking to 0°C.

Is there a time difference between Melbourne and Alice Springs?

During Daylight Savings Time (DST) Alice Springs is 1.5 hours behind Melbourne. During Standard Time (ST), it is 30 minutes behind Melbourne.

Is Alice Springs cheaper than Melbourne?

Whilst rental and accommodation prices are more expensive in Melbourne, Alice Springs trends higher when it comes to dining, but only by 15%. Start prepping for your trip to this fantastic destination by reading about this part of the world in Skyscanner’s diary of the iconic Ghan railway journey.