Melbourne to Adelaide (MEL–ADL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Melbourne to Adelaide
10 carriers, 397 flights/week nonstop.
10 Airlines
397 Flights/wk
398 mi
1h 15m nonstop
-0.5h behind
21 1-stop hubs
MEL–ADL is served by 10 airlines with nonstop service. IndiGo, Emirates and Qantas lead the route. The flight covers 398 miles in approximately 1h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 21 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop MEL–ADL service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| 6E IndiGo | 87 | 320, 73H | 1h20 | – | – | – |
| EK Emirates | 60 | 73H | 1h20 | – | – | – |
| QF Qantas | 44 | 73H, E90 | 1h16-1h20 | – | Oneworld | – |
| CX Cathay Pacific | 42 | 73H | 1h20 | – | Oneworld | – |
| VA Virgin Australia | 39 | 73H, 73W | 1h15-1h20 | – | – | – |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 35 | 73H | 1h20 | – | Oneworld | – |
| CI China Airlines | 35 | 73H | 1h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| JQ Jetstar | 34 | 320 | 1h20-1h25 | – | – | – |
| AI Air India | 14 | 73H | 1h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 7 | 73H | 1h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MEL to ADL direction.
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59
Nonstop flights
397
Outbound / wk
346
Return / wk
Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MEL to ADL.
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Longest
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Two-Stop Connections
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Candidates
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Adelaide from Melbourne
Nearby airports with service to Adelaide International Airport.
| Metric | MEL→ADL | AVV→ADL |
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| Distance from MEL | – | 33 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 10 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 397 | 1 |
| Flight time | 1h 15m | 1h 25m |
Airports within 200 miles of MEL with service to Adelaide International Airport.
Know before you go
Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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Adelaide is 0.5 hours
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Melbourne.
MEL: AEDT · ADL: ACDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Melbourne, it's 5.5:00 PM in Adelaide.
MEL: AEDT · ADL: ACDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Melbourne, it's 5.5:00 PM in Adelaide.
Distance & Flight Time
398 mi / 641 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 15m to 1h 25m.
Getting to MEL
No train connection exists; the Melbourne Airport Rail Link was under development as of 2026 but not yet open. The SkyBus operates 24/7 between Southern Cross Station (Spencer St) and MEL in 30–40 minutes (AUD $22–24 one-way). Stops at select CBD hotels on some services.Ride-shares (Uber) from the CBD cost AUD $35–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Taxis run AUD $55–75 (higher at nights and weekends). Parking from AUD $20/day in economy lots. The Tullamarine Freeway is the only practical road route; check traffic before departing.
Facts
MEL–ADL Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Melbourne to Adelaide route.
Route details
Distance398 mi / 641 km
Flight time1h 15m to 1h 25m
Time difference-0.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)10
Weekly flights397 out / 346 return
1-stop connections21 hubs
Origin: MEL
Full nameMelbourne Airport
IATA / ICAOMEL / YMML
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Passengers/yr35.0M
Elevation434 ft / 132 m
Destination: ADL
Full nameAdelaide International Airport
IATA / ICAOADL / YPAD
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Passengers/yr8.3M
Elevation20 ft / 6 m
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about MEL to ADL flights.
Nonstop flights from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide International Airport take approximately 1h 15m to 1h 25m. The route covers 398 miles.
10 airlines operate nonstop service: IndiGo, Air India, Alaska Airlines, China Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Southern Airlines, Emirates, Jetstar, Qantas and Virgin Australia.
There are approximately 397 nonstop flights per week from MEL to ADL. The return direction has about 346 weekly flights.
Adelaide is 0.5 hours behind Melbourne.
Yes, return flights from ADL to MEL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include AVV. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Qantas and Jetstar depart from Terminal 1 at Melbourne Airport. Virgin Australia uses Terminal 2. Rex Airlines operates from Terminal 4, the regional terminal on the opposite side of the airport from Terminals 1 and 2. Allow at least 25 minutes to walk between terminals, as no airside connection exists.
Block time on Melbourne–Adelaide runs 75 to 80 minutes. Qantas operates Boeing 737-800s on most departures. Jetstar uses Airbus A320s. Virgin Australia flies Boeing 737s. Rex Airlines runs Saab 340 turboprops on some frequencies, which have a longer block time of around 90 minutes due to the slower aircraft speed.
The MEL–ADL corridor operates with near-shuttle frequency during business hours on weekdays. Departures from Melbourne run roughly every 30 to 60 minutes from 06:00 to 19:00. Weekend patterns are lighter but still maintain multiple options per hour during the morning and early afternoon window. Last departure is typically around 21:00.
Melbourne to Adelaide: Intrastate Shuttle on the South Coast
MEL–ADL is one of Australia's most competitive domestic routes, with Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Rex all operating regular service. The combined frequency approaches 60 to 70 weekly departures, making it one of the top 10 busiest domestic corridors in Australia. The 730 km distance takes 75 minutes by air and about 7.5 hours by road on the Princes Highway, so the route draws consistent year-round traffic from business travelers and interstate visitors alike. Fares are among the most volatile in Australia's domestic market due to the intensity of competition.
Adelaide Airport and Ground Transport
Adelaide Airport is compact and centrally located, sitting just 6 km from the CBD. No rail link serves the airport directly; the SkyLink bus runs to the city center in 15 to 20 minutes for $5. Taxis and rideshares are available immediately outside arrivals. The airport has a single terminal with domestic and international check-in on the same level, making it one of the simplest major airports in Australia to navigate. Peak delay periods at MEL align with the early morning fog season (July through September) which occasionally grounds the first wave of departures.