What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cairns to South Australia?

Jetstar and Virgin Australia are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to South Australia

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

As of December 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Cairns to South Australia. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to South Australia refresh daily.

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

There are 2 operators available for flights from Cairns Airport to South Australia as of December 2025.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cairns Airport to South Australia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Australia?

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Australia trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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06:00 - 10:10

CNS

ADL

27h 40m1 stop

07:05 - 09:25

ADL

CNS

2h 50mdirect

$467Jetstar

Mon, 26 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

10:30 - 14:10

CNS

ADL

3h 10mdirect

07:05 - 09:25

ADL

CNS

2h 50mdirect

$471Jetstar

Mon, 26 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

14:50 - 11:45

CNS

ADL

20h 25m1 stop

07:20 - 18:45

ADL

CNS

11h 55m1 stop

$474Jetstar

Mon, 26 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

06:00 - 22:10

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19:30 - 08:30

ADL

CNS

13h 30m1 stop

$480Jetstar

Thu, 8 Jan - Mon, 12 Jan

12:05 - 22:10

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07:25 - 09:45

ADL

CNS

2h 50mdirect

$545Jetstar

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07:50 - 11:30

CNS

ADL

3h 10mdirect

07:25 - 09:45

ADL

CNS

2h 50mdirect

$563Jetstar

Thu, 8 Jan - Mon, 12 Jan

17:20 - 09:35

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ADL

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16:10 - 23:05

ADL

CNS

7h 25m1 stop

$587Multiple Airlines

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19:50 - 08:00

CNS

ADL

11h 40m1 stop

06:10 - 11:05

ADL

CNS

5h 25m1 stop

$596Virgin Australia

Sat, 27 Dec - Wed, 31 Dec

06:00 - 08:35

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26h 05m2 stops

18:20 - 08:30

ADL

CNS

14h 40m1 stop

$608Jetstar

Thu, 8 Jan - Mon, 12 Jan

11:40 - 22:30

CNS

ADL

10h 20m1 stop

17:50 - 11:05

ADL

CNS

17h 45m1 stop

$647Virgin Australia

Thu, 5 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb

Jetstar flights from Cairns to South Australia

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Jetstar

26 Jan

CNS06:00Cairns

27h 40m

1 stop

ADL10:10Adelaide

1 Feb

ADL07:05Adelaide

2h 50m

CNS09:25Cairns

$467

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Jetstar

26 Jan

CNS10:30Cairns

3h 10m

ADL14:10Adelaide

1 Feb

ADL07:05Adelaide

2h 50m

CNS09:25Cairns

$471

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Jetstar

26 Jan

CNS14:50Cairns

20h 25m

1 stop

ADL11:45Adelaide

1 Feb

ADL07:20Adelaide

11h 55m

1 stop

CNS18:45Cairns

$474

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Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to South Australia

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Virgin Australia

27 Dec

CNS19:50Cairns

11h 40m

1 stop

ADL08:00Adelaide

31 Dec

ADL06:10Adelaide

5h 25m

1 stop

CNS11:05Cairns

$596

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Virgin Australia

17 Dec

CNS23:55Cairns

13h 45m

1 stop

ADL14:10Adelaide

21 Dec

ADL21:50Adelaide

26h 35m

1 stop

CNS23:55Cairns

$636

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Virgin Australia

5 Feb

CNS11:40Cairns

10h 20m

1 stop

ADL22:30Adelaide

7 Feb

ADL17:50Adelaide

17h 45m

1 stop

CNS11:05Cairns

$647

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1 stop20h 25m

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1 stop11h 55m

$474

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Cairns

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06:00-22:10

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Adelaide

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1 stop13h 30m

$480

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12:05-22:10

1 stop9h 35m

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$545

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07:25-09:45

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Adelaide

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1 stop7h 25m

$587

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Sat 27/12

19:50-08:00

1 stop11h 40m

Adelaide

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06:10-11:05

1 stop5h 25m

$596

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CNSADL

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Thu 8/1

06:00-08:35

2 stops26h 05m

Adelaide

Mon 12/1

18:20-08:30

1 stop14h 40m

$608

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CNSADL

Cairns

Thu 5/2

11:40-22:30

1 stop10h 20m

Adelaide

Sat 7/2

17:50-11:05

1 stop17h 45m

$647

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to South Australia

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Australia?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to South Australia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $345. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to South Australia from Cairns during September instead. Flights to South Australia in September, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $363.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Australia?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to South Australia from Cairns is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $361. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Cairns to South Australia for around $416.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to South Australia is in the afternoon. Flights from Cairns to South Australia during this time can be as low as $361. Flights to South Australia are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of $506. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Cairns to South Australia flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to South Australia?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Australia from Cairns when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Australia for around $428 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Australia from Cairns for as low as $351 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cairns to South Australia flights?

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

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Best price found	$175
Fastest flight time	3h 10m
Direct flights	Tue, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in South Australia	12 airports

The best one-way flight to South Australia from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $175. The best return flight deal from Cairns to South Australia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $347.

The fastest flight from Cairns to South Australia takes 3h 10m

Direct flights go from Cairns to South Australia on Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is Jetstar..

There are 12 airports in South Australia. From Cairns there are direct flights to Adelaide (ADL).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to South Australia?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to South Australia refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to South Australia?
There are 2 operators available for flights from Cairns Airport to South Australia as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to South Australia?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cairns Airport to South Australia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Australia?
The necessary travel and health documents for your South Australia trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cairns to South Australia?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cairns and South Australia, the leading plane model is Airbus A320-100/200, making up 85.54% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 9.04%, Airbus A321neo with 2.41%, and Embraer 190 with 1.81%.

Best airlines flying from Cairns to South Australia

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $236	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 426 reviews		Search Virgin Australia flights
Jetstar	PriceFrom $261	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 491 reviews		Search Jetstar flights

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