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Flight deals from Cairns to Adelaide

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM1,030. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Adelaide.RM423 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM423, select.
Adelaide.RM425 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM425, select.
Adelaide.RM425 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM425, select.
Adelaide.RM425 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM425, select.
Adelaide.RM425 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM425, select.
Adelaide.RM510 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM510, select.
Adelaide.RM510 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM510, select.
Adelaide.RM510 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Mar.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Sat, 6 Mar, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM510, select.
Adelaide.RM510 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM510, select.
Adelaide.RM510 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM510, select.
Adelaide.RM766 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM766, select.
Adelaide.RM772 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Sun, 30 May, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM772, select.
Adelaide.RM783 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM783, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Adelaide

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairns to Adelaide flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from RM766
Jul
from RM510
Aug
from RM425
Sep
from RM423
Oct
from RM425
Nov
from RM425
Dec
from RM425
Jan
from RM510
Feb
from RM510
Mar
from RM510
Apr
from RM510
May
from RM772

Direct flights from Cairns to Adelaide

Cairns to Adelaide: Alternative routes

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

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6km from central Adelaide
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Cairns to Adelaide: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM423
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week34

Finding cheap flights from Cairns to Adelaide: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairns to Adelaide is RM849. 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.
3 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Cairns to Adelaide.
Qantas, Jetstar and Emirates fly direct from Cairns to Adelaide.
As of June 2026, there are 34 flights per week flying from Cairns to Adelaide.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Adelaide is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport on Thursday, 6 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 15 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 Adelaide 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 Adelaide is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Adelaide.

Flying from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Adelaide Airport (ADL): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.

  • Adelaide is 30 minutes ahead of Cairns and observes the UTC+10:30 timezone.

  • Flights from CNS to ADL start at 07:30 — the first with Jetstar. The last service of the day is at 19:10 with Virgin Australia Regional. In total, you can choose from nine weekly Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport flights.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CNS to ADL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport. When you're ready to start your Adelaide holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of Australia:

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Jetstar.

  • The most punctual carrier offering CNS to ADL flights is Jetstar. Its services arrive as scheduled 66.67% of the time.

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

    • Sydney Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Brisbane Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • RM423 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM849. These prices may change based on availability.

  • Score cheap tickets from CNS to ADL by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CNS to ADL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport.

Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • When it comes to Cairns Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Cairns Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Cairns. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a handy hotel near CNS? If you've booked an early flight from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • Consider staying in a hotel near ADL if you're catching a late Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Adelaide Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, simba car rental or East Coast and explore beyond Adelaide's main sights.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Adelaide Airport about one week before your departure date.

When to fly to Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport is March, while December is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Adelaide based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • When reserving your flight from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Adelaide, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CNS to ADL around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

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