Cheap Flights from Adelaide to Brisbane

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Flight deals from Adelaide to Brisbane

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $282. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Brisbane

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Adelaide to Brisbane flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Adelaide to Brisbane

Adelaide to Brisbane: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Adelaide to Brisbane below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Brisbane.

Adelaide to Brisbane: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$282
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time2 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airlineAir New Zealand
Average flights per week312

Finding cheap flights from Adelaide to Brisbane: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Adelaide to Brisbane is $282. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Adelaide to Brisbane.
Air New Zealand, Qantas and Qatar Airways fly direct from Adelaide to Brisbane.
As of June 2026, there are 296 flights per week flying from Adelaide to Brisbane.
The cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Brisbane is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport on Saturday, 18 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 28 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Brisbane but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Brisbane is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Brisbane.

Flying from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • The timezone in Brisbane is UTC+10, which is 30 minutes behind Adelaide.

  • Flights from ADL to BNE start from 06:00 — the first with Qantas. The last service of the day is at 21:55 with Virgin Australia Regional. In total, you can choose from 78 weekly Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport flights.

  • To ensure you catch your ADL to BNE flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • A number of airlines operate direct flights from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport, so getting to Brisbane (and then discovering more of Australia!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • Qantas is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • Qantas is the most punctual carrier offering ADL to BNE flights, with 79.66% of its services landing on schedule.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ADL and BNE:

    • Sydney Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Newcastle Williamtown Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)

  • $154 is the lowest price for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. Return flights start at $282. These fares can change based on availability.

  • Get cheap tickets from ADL to BNE by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • August is the cheapest month for flights from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from ADL to BNE is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • Of all flights leaving Adelaide Airport, 72% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Adelaide Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Adelaide. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near ADL? If you're catching an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)

  • If you're arriving on a late Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near BNE:

  • Pick up a Brisbane Airport rental car and explore Brisbane and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals and Alpha Car Rental are popular providers to choose from here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Brisbane Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Brisbane. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.

  • Book your flight from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport for January if you want to go to Brisbane during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from ADL to BNE in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 21ºC on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've seen Brisbane, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Journey around 72 kilometres south-east to Gold Coast to tick off its popular sights. From SkyPoint Observation Deck to Pelican Beach and Burleigh Head National Park, your itinerary will be busy.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.