How many flights depart from Cairns to Adelaide on average per day?

The number of flights available between Cairns and Adelaide is 3 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 10:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving at midday.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cairns to Adelaide?

Jetstar is the most popular carrier operating from Cairns to Adelaide

How many flights depart from Cairns to Adelaide on average per week?

As of January 2026, 26 flights take off from Cairns and land in Adelaide each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 23% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport?

Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport?

There are 2 operators available for flights from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Adelaide Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Adelaide Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Adelaide Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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10:30 - 14:10

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07:05 - 09:25

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$350Jetstar

Thu, 12 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb

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$378Jetstar

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Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Adelaide

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2 Feb

CNS11:45Cairns

8h 25m

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ADL20:40Adelaide

3 Feb

ADL06:10Adelaide

5h 25m

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CNS11:05Cairns

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2 Feb

CNS11:45Cairns

6h 55m

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26 Feb

CNS11:40Cairns

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12 Feb

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3h 10m

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15 Feb

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Adelaide?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Adelaide from Cairns, with most prices found around $344. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Adelaide from Cairns during March instead. Flights to Adelaide in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $354.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Adelaide?

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Adelaide from Cairns. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was $370. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $420. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Adelaide.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Adelaide?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Adelaide is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $359. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $429.

What is the cheapest Cairns to Adelaide flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Adelaide?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Adelaide from Cairns when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Adelaide for around $426 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Adelaide from Cairns for as low as $350 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cairns to Adelaide flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Cairns to Adelaide flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Cairns to Adelaide flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Cairns to Adelaide flights are approximately 2% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cairns to Adelaide

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Best price found	$184
Fastest flight time	3h 10m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Adelaide	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Adelaide from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $184. The best return flight deal from Cairns to Adelaide found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $313.

The fastest flight from Cairns to Adelaide takes 3h 10m

Direct flights go from Cairns to Adelaide every day.

There is 1 airport in Adelaide. From Cairns there are direct flights to Adelaide (ADL).

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How far is Cairns to Adelaide by plane?
Cairns and Adelaide are 2123.5 km apart from one another. Typically, this will take 3h 10m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport?
There are 2 operators available for flights from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Adelaide Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Adelaide Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Adelaide Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cairns to Adelaide?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cairns and Adelaide, the leading plane model is Airbus A320-100/200, making up 87.29% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 5.93%, Airbus A321neo with 3.39%, and Embraer 190 with 1.69%.
What is the most popular airline from Cairns to Adelaide?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cairns and Adelaide, the leading airline is Jetstar, making up 86% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Virgin Australia with 14%.

Best airlines flying from Cairns to Adelaide

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $242	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 432 reviews		Search Virgin Australia flights
Jetstar	PriceFrom $252	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 498 reviews		Search Jetstar flights

Jetstar Flights From Cairns to Adelaide
Jetstar flies from Cairns to Adelaide around 10 times per week, with 498 momondo users rating the airline 6.5/10. The cheapest Jetstar deal from Cairns to Adelaide in the last 72 hours was $252 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $415 for Jetstar flights on this route.

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