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MELASPSat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareA$647Qantas Airways
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20 Gregory Terrace,Corner Hartley St and Gregory Terra, 0870
Room availability is checked live
A$93per night+ taxes if applicable
1 Night • 3 Star
3.0Very GoodLive availability
Aurora Alice Springs
11 Leichardt Tce, 0870
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A$108per night+ taxes if applicable
1 Night • 3 Star
2.0Very GoodLive availability
Elkira Court Motel
65 Bath Street, 0870
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A$129per night+ taxes if applicable
1 Night • 2 Star
4.0Very GoodLive availability
BIG4 Macdonnell Range Holiday Park
Palm Place, 0870
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A$152per night+ taxes if applicable
1 Night • 4 Star
Qantas Airways
QF-450
14:05
2026-10-03
Melbourne (MEL)Tullamarine
25H :35 M
2 Stops
SYD
· 14h 30m Sydney (SYD), Australia
BNE
· 4h 40m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
14:10
2026-10-04
Alice Springs (ASP)Alice Springs Airport
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,198
Flight DetailsMEL to ASP - 25H :35 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,277
Flight DetailsMEL to ASP - 25H :35 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,598
Flight DetailsMEL to ASP - 25H :35 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Qantas Airways
QF-454
15:00
2026-10-03
Melbourne (MEL)Tullamarine
24H :40 M
2 Stops
SYD
· 13h 35m Sydney (SYD), Australia
BNE
· 4h 40m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
14:10
2026-10-04
Alice Springs (ASP)Alice Springs Airport
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,198
Flight DetailsMEL to ASP - 24H :40 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,277
Flight DetailsMEL to ASP - 24H :40 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Qantas Airways
QF-462
16:00
2026-10-03
Melbourne (MEL)Tullamarine
23H :40 M
2 Stops
SYD
· 12h 30m Sydney (SYD), Australia
BNE
· 4h 40m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
14:10
2026-10-04
Alice Springs (ASP)Alice Springs Airport
Non Refundable 8 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,198
Flight DetailsMEL to ASP - 23H :40 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,277
Flight DetailsMEL to ASP - 23H :40 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Qantas Airways
QF-486
19:05
2026-10-03
Melbourne (MEL)Tullamarine
20H :35 M
2 Stops
SYD
· 9h 30m Sydney (SYD), Australia
BNE
· 4h 40m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
14:10
2026-10-04
Alice Springs (ASP)Alice Springs Airport
Non Refundable 3 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,198
Flight DetailsMEL to ASP - 20H :35 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,277
Flight DetailsMEL to ASP - 20H :35 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fareA$647Qantas Airways08:25
Earliest departureA$1,443Qantas Airways06:00
Shortest durationA$647Qantas Airways08:25
Night
00:00-05:59
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06:00-11:59
A$647Qantas Airways at 08:25Afternoon
12:00-17:59
A$1,067Qantas Airways at 14:55Evening
18:00-23:59
A$1,067Qantas Airways at 18:10
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Melbourne (MEL)
Tullamarine
Australia
GMT 10
Latitude: -37.673302
Longitude: 144.843002
Alice Springs (ASP)
Alice Springs Airport
Australia
GMT 9.5
Latitude: -23.806699752807617
Longitude: 133.90199279785156
Distance: Melbourne (MEL), Australia to Alice Springs (ASP), Australia - 1,859.82 km
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How to travel Melbourne to Alice Springs
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Connecting flight₹50,170Longer — includes a stop55 options
Air distance is about 1,860 km. 2 airlines operate this route.
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Airlines flying from Melbourne to Alice Springs
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QA
Qantas Airways Flights
from A$64749 flights
Fares from
A$647
Non-stop
1 in these results
Departures
49 — compare timings in the list above
VI
Virgin Australia Flights
from A$1,3417 flights
Fares from
A$1,341
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
7 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
3h 10m · Qantas Airways
First departure of the day
06:00 · Qantas Airways
Last departure of the day
19:05 · Qantas Airways
Options in this snapshot
56
Direct / non-stop options
1
Airport codes
Melbourne–MEL, Alice Springs–ASP
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 56 flights appear in the dated route snapshot, including 1 non-stop option. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 06:00 and the last around 19:05. The fastest flight takes about 3h 10m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from A$647, Afternoon from A$1,067, Evening from A$1,067. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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About Melbourne
The second largest city of Australia, Melbourne is situated at the Port of Phillip Bay. Named as the cultural capital of the country, the city is world renowned for its Victorian architecture, artistic museums, galleries, parks and theatres. One more reason for tourist to visit the beautiful city is the sporting spirit of the city. The city is divided into districts named, Central Melbourne, Metropolitan Melbourne and some inner city suburbs. The climate of the city experiences four seasons, and the visitors are advised to visit the place in the autumn and spring weather, when the climate is relatively more pleasant. Being the cultural capital of the country, Melbourne follows certain mannerisms, when it comes to follow the culture. The art galleries, film festivals, orchestras, opera productions, live music, delicious food and wine, and not to forget the strict dress code followed by some of the clubs in the city, where collars and dress shoes are a pass to enter those premises. Among the many notable things of the city, there are festivals, like, Melbourne International Film Festival, the International Art Festival, and the Melbourne Comedy Festival, which stands for its identity as the culturally dipped city, the love of sports can be easily seen among all the localities and football being treated more than just a sport, is widely played and followed by the residents.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Melbourne to Alice Springs flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Melbourne to Alice Springs, Saturday shows the lowest fare at A$647. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Melbourne from Alice Springs by air?
The direct air distance between Melbourne (MEL) and Alice Springs (ASP) is about 1,860 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from MEL to ASP?
Yes. 1 non-stop flight is showing on Melbourne to Alice Springs for the dates currently loaded. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Melbourne to Alice Springs?
Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs?
The quickest non-stop Melbourne to Alice Springs flight currently loaded takes about 3h 10m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on Melbourne to Alice Springs flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 1 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Melbourne to Alice Springs flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Melbourne to Alice Springs for the dates currently loaded is A$647. Fares on the same dates run up to A$2,184, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do Melbourne to Alice Springs flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 06:00 and the last is around 19:05, local time at Melbourne. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 1,859.82 km.
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Lowest Melbourne to Alice Springs airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
A$647
03/10/2026
Qantas Airways
08:25
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
A$634
13/10/2026
Qantas Airways
08:25
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
A$614
12/12/2026
Qantas Airways
08:25
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Melbourne to Alice Springs Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Melbourne and Alice Springs is approximately 1,860 KM. The flight duration ranges from 3H :10 M up to 49H :05 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Melbourne to Alice Springs Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 56 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Melbourne at 06:00, while the last night flight leaves at 19:05. Flights depart from Tullamarine and land at Alice Springs Airport.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Melbourne to Alice Springs
Aerial Distance
1,860 KM
Flight Duration
3H :10 M - 49H :05 M
Airport Codes
Melbourne - MEL, Alice Springs - ASP
Total Flights Available
56 flights (1 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 06:00
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 19:05
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
6 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
14 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
21 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
15 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
MEL: Melbourne airport. Melbourne airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
ASP: Alice Springs airport. Alice Springs airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
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