Flying from Mildura Airport (MQL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL): what you need to know
The timezone in Adelaide is UTC+10:30, which is 30 minutes behind Mildura.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MQL to ADL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Mildura Airport to Adelaide Airport. Many passengers pass through Melbourne Tullamarine Airport when flying between MQL and ADL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mildura Airport (MQL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)
RM841 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Mildura Airport to Adelaide Airport flight. A return flight starts from RM1,731. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from MQL to ADL, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Mildura Airport to Adelaide Airport.
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Handy information about Mildura Airport (MQL)
Mildura Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80.82% of flights that depart MQL land on time.
Central Mildura to Mildura Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 2 hours 15 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MQL? If you're boarding an early flight from Mildura Airport to Adelaide Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Adelaide Airport (ADL)
If you have a late Mildura Airport to Adelaide Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near ADL:
Travel at your own pace with an Adelaide Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, simba car hire or East Coast and find adventure across Adelaide and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Adelaide Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to central Adelaide
Adelaide Airport to the centre of Adelaide has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Adelaide Airport (ADL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Mildura Airport to Adelaide Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Adelaide in April.
Lock in your flight from Mildura Airport to Adelaide Airport for January if you want to explore Adelaide during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MQL to ADL sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Mildura is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Adelaide. Around 338 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Mildura Riverfront, Mildura Arts Centre & Rio Vista Homestead and Orange World.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Australia, consider Mount Gambier, about 370 kilometres south-east of Adelaide. The Blue Lake, Engelbrecht Cave and The Valley Lake are among its highlights.
