| Distance | about 640 km |
|---|---|
| Flying time | Turboprop about 1 h 40 min · light jet about 1 h 20 min · midsize jet about 1 h 15 min · heavy jet about 1 h 10 min |
| Aircraft that fly it non-stop | Any class of aircraft, from a turboprop to a heavy jet |
| Airports at Melbourne | Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL / YMML), Essendon Fields (MEB / YMEN) and Avalon Airport (AVV / YMAV) |
| Airports at Adelaide | Adelaide Airport (ADL / YPAD) and Parafield Airport (PAF / YPPF) |
Distances are great-circle between the main airports; flying times are indicative.
Why fly Melbourne to Adelaide privately
Adelaide is one of the quickest trips from Melbourne, and a private jet makes it a single leg with no connection: useful for day-return business and for groups heading to the Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale or the Adelaide Hills.
The sector suits a light jet or a turboprop, so it is also among the more economical private flights.
Who flies this route
- Day-return business and board meetings
- Barossa, McLaren Vale and Adelaide Hills trips
- Events and weddings
- Corporate hospitality
Choosing the aircraft
This is a short sector, so a turboprop or a light jet is usually all you need, which keeps the cost in proportion. See the aircraft guide for what each class carries, or what drives the price.
Airports and planning
Melbourne: Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), Essendon Fields, Avalon Airport. Adelaide: Adelaide Airport, Parafield Airport.
Adelaide Airport is a short drive from the city, so ground time is minimal. Private jet hire Melbourne and private jet hire Adelaide have more on the airports at each end.
Flying from Melbourne? Read our guide to Melbourne private jet airports.
Melbourne to Adelaide: frequently asked questions
How long does it take to fly from Melbourne to Adelaide by private jet?
About 1 h 15 min by midsize jet over roughly 640 km. A light jet takes about 1 h 20 min and a turboprop about 1 h 40 min. Times are indicative and depend on the aircraft, winds and routing.
How much does a private jet from Melbourne to Adelaide cost?
The price depends on the aircraft, the date and whether you fly one way or return, so there is no single figure. Send us the date and the number of passengers for a fixed quote, or read what drives the cost of a private jet charter.
Which aircraft can fly Melbourne to Adelaide?
Any class of aircraft, from a turboprop to a heavy jet can fly it non-stop. This is a short sector, so a turboprop or a light jet is usually all you need, which keeps the cost in proportion.
Which airports do you use for Melbourne and Adelaide?
At Melbourne: Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), Essendon Fields and Avalon Airport. At Adelaide: Adelaide Airport and Parafield Airport. We choose the best pairing for your aircraft, timing and destination.
What happens if the flight is cancelled because of the weather?
If the flight is cancelled because of the weather, you pay nothing.
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