Flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs

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Cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the beginning of December. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
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Distance: 1,890 km
Melbourne airports
Melbourne Airport (MEL)How far from city centre: 11 km
Alice Springs airports

Book your flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs

Find direct and indirect flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs (Australia) with eDreams. Once you have your results, sort them by schedule or price and book the option that best suits your plans.

The lowest fare booked on this route in recent days was €212, though the price you see will depend on your travel dates and departure times.

A direct flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs takes around 3 h and 35 m, while indirect flights will take longer.

Airports and airlines connecting Melbourne and Alice Springs

Knowing where you set off from and where you arrive helps you organise your journey better. Consider the available airports and compare the different airlines operating on this route.

  • Departure airport: Melbourne Airport (MEL)

Weather in Alice Springs

The best time to visit may depend on your preferred climate. In Alice Springs, the average temperature floats around 36ºC in the warmest months and 5ºC in the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when packing and planning any outdoor activities.

  • Highs: up to 37ºC
  • Lows: down to 4ºC
  • Hottest month: January
  • Coldest month: July
  • Driest month: August
  • Wettest month: December

How to save when flying from Melbourne to Alice Springs

A few tips for finding cheaper flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs:

  • Flexible dates: compare fares for two or three different departure days. Leaving a day earlier or later can make a noticeable difference to the price.
  • Baggage allowance: check what each fare includes before you book, so you aren't caught out by extra charges at the airport.
  • Airports on your route: confirm which airports you depart from and land at, especially if the city has more than one. This will help you plan your transfer and work out the total cost of getting around.

Looking for a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine both in one booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Alice Springs. You can also save on a hire car by including it with your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs

On average, what is the price of a Melbourne to Alice Springs flight?
When flying from Melbourne to Alice Springs the average price will be €487. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.
For flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs, how can I find the cheapest price?
On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between Melbourne and Alice Springs. By taking into account the combinations of airlines, stopovers, direct flights as well as the various criteria for the journeys, our search engine allows us to offer our customers the best price under the best conditions.
When booking, when is the best time to do so in order to get the best prices for Melbourne to Alice Springs flights?
The most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Alice Springs are: June, August and November.
When is the best time to travel from Melbourne to Alice Springs?
A good period of the year to visit Alice Springs from Melbourne really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, November is the best month to fly to Alice Springs from Melbourne, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by June and October. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds May, April and August are the months with fewer searches for the route Melbourne -  Alice Springs.
What is the duration of a flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs?
Flight time, on average, from Melbourne to Alice Springs is usually 3 h and 40 m on average, at an average distance of 1,890.14 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Alice Springs compared to Melbourne?
The average temperature in Melbourne is 21º degrees in summer. Alice Springs reaches 29º during the hot season. In winter, however, temperatures are around 13º degrees in Alice Springs, compared to the 11º average degrees in Melbourne.

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