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$332 Find Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs departing on 18/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap Flight Deals from Melbourne to Alice Springs

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Alice Springs

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs.
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Qantas Airways Logo
10:15 - 12:40MEL-ASP
2h 55mdirect
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13:20 - 16:25ASP-MEL
2h 35mdirect
$656Qantas Airways
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Thu, 12 Jun - Mon, 16 Jun
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10:15 - 12:40MEL-ASP
2h 55mdirect
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13:20 - 16:25ASP-MEL
2h 35mdirect
$659Qantas Airways
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Thu, 12 Jun - Mon, 16 Jun
Qantas Airways Logo
10:15 - 12:40MEL-ASP
2h 55mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
13:20 - 16:25ASP-MEL
2h 35mdirect
$663Qantas Airways
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Thu, 12 Jun - Tue, 17 Jun
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10:15 - 12:40MEL-ASP
2h 55mdirect
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14:35 - 21:40ASP-MEL
6h 35m1 stop
Thu, 12 Jun - Mon, 16 Jun
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10:10 - 13:55MEL-ASP
4h 15m1 stop
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13:20 - 16:25ASP-MEL
2h 35mdirect
Fri, 18 Jul - Mon, 21 Jul
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10:15 - 12:40MEL-ASP
2h 55mdirect
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14:35 - 20:45ASP-MEL
5h 40m1 stop
Thu, 12 Jun - Mon, 16 Jun
Virgin Australia Logo
09:10 - 13:55MEL-ASP
5h 15m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
14:35 - 19:30ASP-MEL
4h 25m1 stop
$702Virgin Australia
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Fri, 13 Jun - Mon, 16 Jun
Virgin Australia Logo
07:10 - 13:55MEL-ASP
7h 15m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
16:00 - 23:50ASP-MEL
7h 20m1 stop
$704Virgin Australia
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Wed, 14 May - Tue, 20 May
Virgin Australia Logo
10:10 - 13:55MEL-ASP
4h 15m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
14:35 - 20:45ASP-MEL
5h 40m1 stop
$712Virgin Australia
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Mon, 16 Jun - Mon, 23 Jun
Qantas Airways Logo
12:40 - 17:45MEL-ASP
5h 35m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
13:20 - 16:25ASP-MEL
2h 35mdirect
$746Qantas Airways
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Sun, 17 Aug - Mon, 18 Aug

KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Alice Springs flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Alice Springs flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs cost $323 and was between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Alice Springs (ASP). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $323.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Alice Springs on a Thursday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Saturdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs is December, where tickets cost $759 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are October and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $890 and $875 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of $989, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs, you should book around 7 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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Cheapest flight

$332
Flight from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Alice Springs

When to book flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Alice Springs based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs

  • What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs was $212 for a one-way ticket and $419 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

    Melbourne is served by 2 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in Alice Springs. You will leave Melbourne from one of these airports: Melbourne Avalon or Melbourne. You will be arriving at Alice Springs.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Melbourne and Alice Springs.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Alice Springs from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Alice Springs with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Alice Springs from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Prefer to fly direct from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

Find which airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Alice Springs Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Melbourne to Alice Springs

Monday

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Tuesday

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Thursday

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Saturday

Qantas Airways

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Sunday

Qantas Airways

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Direct returns

Alice Springs to Melbourne

Monday

Qantas Airways

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Tuesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Thursday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Saturday

Qantas Airways

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Sunday

Qantas Airways

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Top airlines flying from Melbourne to Alice Springs

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Melbourne to Alice Springs. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Melbourne to Alice Springs? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
Qantas AirwaysOverall score based on 826 reviews
7.4Comfort
6.9Food
7.7Boarding
7.2Entertainment
8.2Crew
Airline reviews

Airport and crew experience was excellent. We had to queue for the runway - no one’s fault, but it did mean we were 30 minutes late leaving

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2025MEL - LST
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Airport and crew experience was excellent. We had to queue for the runway - no one’s fault, but it did mean we were 30 minutes late leaving

Overall good experience with flight and airport wheelchair staff. Also got Indian food in the flights

Very good as always, stand out airline. The passengers whom choose to stuff baggage that otherwise should be checked-in is a real bother but that's not the airlines doing. A real frustration that passengers just don't want to check-in luggage. This is a pet hate unfortunately.

It’s a two prop flight so I had problems with my ears on re- entering ! But otherwise fine

I love flying with Qantas. There was no onscreen entertaining on this flight, and only a snack provided (not a meal) but still better than Jetstar or Virgin (in my opinion) so still happy.

Wheelchair assistance to move through the terminals and to/from the plane door was excellent. No vegan snack on the flight, only something with salami and cheese in it.

The old Plane had not been cleaned properly in a long time.

I got upgraded from economy to business, and the experience was outstanding

I have taken this flight many times. It is ALWAYS late. Every time there is significant delay (1-3 hours) before boarding. It’s very consistent. Even after boarding the expected landing time was delayed twice. The seats are very narrow and cramped. Food is barely editable. Considering an economy ticket often costs about $2,000 it’s one of the worst services ever.

Boarding was over 3 hrs late and we didn’t land until almost 1:30am

Gluten free options less explicit on business class, but great service

Very good… seems the virgin staff particularly in the lounge and in flight exceeded expectations.

I liked everything about the experience but would have liked some free snacks!

Crew was great but flight was delayed almost three hours due to a technical issue and we had to go back to the terminal and wait for another one.

Being told why we delayed three hours and not even given an apology by someone. Not a word. Not my airline of choice ever.

Checked Baggage line up was long but moved quickly, rest of the process, boarding, crew was excellent

Virgin has always provided a smooth and comfortable flight. This one was no different. Seats are comfortable. Staff are great. This is my favourite airline.

Virgin changed the flight to an Alliance flight. Smaller plane, tea coffee and water the only refreshments available and not sure what happened to the extra money I paid to sit in a selected seat with extra leg room. This is obviously a regular switch as it happened on our flight there and back. Do not recommend.

Late boarding, late departure due to weather and slow boarding, packed 5+hour flight, only 2 toilets for main cabin, tight leg room, no free food except tea, coffee, and water, arrived 75 minutes late.

Cramped, crowded flight, with no complimentary food except coffee, tea, or water.

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