Cheap flights to Alice Springs
A journey to the heart of Australia begins with arrival at Alice Springs Airport, located just 12 km from the city center. Direct flights connect this region with 6 major cities across the country, providing easy access to the continent's remote areas. The most frequent scheduled flights operate from Darwin (24 flights per week), Adelaide (20 flights per week), and Melbourne (15 flights per week), as well as from Sydney.
Regular flights to Alice Springs are operated by 3 airlines, with Qantas leading in terms of traffic, offering up to 76 departures weekly. Passengers can also travel with Virgin Australia and Airnorth, which connect the city with the northern and southern states. Below on this page, you will find popular departure city cards with a convenient search tool to help you plan the best route, explore ways to get there, and check the weather before your trip.


Brisbane — Alice Springs
Flight insights to Alice Springs
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Alice Springs — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Alice Springs come from Darwin, Adelaide and Melbourne. Darwin leads with around 24 flights a week.
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Alice Springs range from Adelaide at $177 to Darwin at $352 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Alice Springs from right now are Adelaide from $177, Melbourne from $257 and Sydney from $271.
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Alice Springs is from Hamilton at about 5h 54m, followed by Luganville (5h 7m) and Launceston (3h 29m).
- Hamilton5h 54m
- Luganville5h 7m
- Launceston3h 29m
- Devonport3h 24m
- Burnie3h 21m
Popular departure cities to Alice Springs
Frequently asked questions
- How many cities have direct flights to Alice Springs?
- As of today, direct flights to the city are available from 6 different departure points. All of them are located within Australia, allowing for convenient access to the central part of the country from key regional hubs.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Alice Springs?
- The most popular routes are Darwin (24 flights per week), Adelaide (20 flights), and Melbourne (15 flights). Regular service is also maintained with Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth.
- How many airlines fly to Alice Springs?
- There are 3 airlines operating flights on this route. The primary carrier is Qantas, with a significant number of flights also provided by Virgin Australia and Airnorth.
- Which airports handle flights to Alice Springs?
- All commercial flights are served by Alice Springs Airport (ASP). It is a modern terminal located 12 km from the city center, ensuring a quick transfer for arriving travelers.
- How to find cheap flights to Alice Springs?
- To find the best deals, we recommend checking flights from various Australian cities using the departure cards on this page. While Qantas operates the majority of flights, it is worth comparing prices with Virgin Australia's offers to find the best fares.