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Cheapest deal$272
Cheapest monthJanuary
Average flight duration2 hours and 30 minutes
Most popular airlineVirgin Australia

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 February.

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.

Finding cheap flights from Adelaide to Brisbane: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Adelaide to Brisbane is $272. 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 30 minutes is the average flight time from Adelaide to Brisbane.
Alliance Airlines, Qantas and Air New Zealand fly direct from Adelaide to Brisbane.
As of December 2025, there are 342 flights per week flying from Adelaide to Brisbane.
The cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Brisbane is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport on Wednesday, 28 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 30 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

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.

  • Brisbane is 30 minutes behind Adelaide and is in the UTC+10 timezone.

  • Take your pick of 119 weekly Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Virgin Australia Regional is the earliest available. Virgin Australia Regional operates the last service of the day at 21:55.

  • Your ADL to BNE flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

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

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Jetstar.

  • Qantas is the most punctual carrier that operates ADL to BNE flights, with 79.03% of its services arriving as planned.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between ADL and BNE:

    • Newcastle Airport

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

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

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport flight is $146. A round-trip fare right now is $272. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book nine months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ADL to BNE.

  • Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from ADL to BNE by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • When it comes to Adelaide Airport's on-time performance, 75.6% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Adelaide to Adelaide Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a convenient hotel near ADL? If you've booked an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BNE instead:

  • Follow your own route with a Brisbane Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Alpha Car Hire and experience more of Brisbane and beyond.

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

Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane

  • Brisbane Airport to central Brisbane has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Brisbane. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Brisbane is January, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Adelaide Airport to Brisbane Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

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

Explore more of Australia

  • You've visited Brisbane, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Journey around 72 kilometres south-east to Gold Coast to check off its top attractions. From SkyPoint Observation Deck to PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 105 kilometres west of Brisbane, Toowoomba is another essential stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.

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