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

Jetstar is the most popular carrier 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 26 flights per week flying from Cairns to South Australia. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 23% of flights taking off on this day.

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

As of December 2025, there are 3 flights per day flying from Cairns to South Australia. The most common time of day flights depart is 10:00, with 100% of flights taking off at midday.

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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10:30 - 14:10

CNS

ADL

3h 10mdirect

07:25 - 09:45

ADL

CNS

2h 50mdirect

$368Jetstar

Sat, 31 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb

10:30 - 14:10

CNS

ADL

3h 10mdirect

07:25 - 09:45

ADL

CNS

2h 50mdirect

$372Jetstar

Sat, 31 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb

18:30 - 09:35

CNS

ADL

14h 35m1 stop

07:25 - 09:45

ADL

CNS

2h 50mdirect

$415Jetstar

Sat, 31 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb

18:30 - 09:35

CNS

ADL

14h 35m1 stop

07:25 - 09:45

ADL

CNS

2h 50mdirect

$421Jetstar

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18:30 - 09:35

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14h 35m1 stop

18:20 - 08:30

ADL

CNS

14h 40m1 stop

$475Jetstar

Sat, 31 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb

07:45 - 17:45

CNS

ADL

9h 30m1 stop

18:20 - 08:30

ADL

CNS

14h 40m1 stop

$481Jetstar

Sat, 31 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb

09:45 - 09:35

CNS

ADL

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06:15 - 15:10

ADL

CNS

9h 25m1 stop

$601Jetstar

Sat, 31 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb

09:45 - 21:40

CNS

ADL

11h 25m1 stop

06:15 - 19:40

ADL

CNS

13h 55m2 stops

$605Jetstar

Sat, 31 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb

07:50 - 11:30

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ADL

3h 10mdirect

19:45 - 09:05

ADL

CNS

37h 50m2 stops

$616Jetstar

Thu, 1 Jan - Mon, 5 Jan

11:45 - 19:10

CNS

ADL

6h 55m1 stop

06:10 - 11:05

ADL

CNS

5h 25m1 stop

$654Virgin Australia

Sat, 7 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb

Jetstar flights from Cairns to South Australia

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Jetstar

31 Jan

CNS10:30Cairns

3h 10m

ADL14:10Adelaide

7 Feb

ADL07:25Adelaide

2h 50m

CNS09:45Cairns

$368

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Jetstar

31 Jan

CNS10:30Cairns

3h 10m

ADL14:10Adelaide

7 Feb

ADL07:25Adelaide

2h 50m

CNS09:45Cairns

$372

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Jetstar

31 Jan

CNS18:30Cairns

14h 35m

1 stop

ADL09:35Adelaide

7 Feb

ADL07:25Adelaide

2h 50m

CNS09:45Cairns

$415

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Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to South Australia

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Virgin Australia

24 Dec

CNS11:45Cairns

5h 55m

1 stop

ADL18:10Adelaide

26 Dec

ADL08:30Adelaide

11h 05m

1 stop

CNS19:05Cairns

$613

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Virgin Australia

7 Feb

CNS11:45Cairns

6h 55m

1 stop

ADL19:10Adelaide

11 Feb

ADL06:10Adelaide

5h 25m

1 stop

CNS11:05Cairns

$654

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Virgin Australia

7 Feb

CNS11:45Cairns

6h 55m

1 stop

ADL19:10Adelaide

11 Feb

ADL06:10Adelaide

5h 25m

1 stop

CNS11:05Cairns

$655

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Sat 31/1

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Cairns

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18:30-09:35

1 stop14h 35m

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07:25-09:45

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$415

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18:30-09:35

1 stop14h 35m

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$421

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18:30-09:35

1 stop14h 35m

Adelaide

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1 stop14h 40m

$475

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Adelaide

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$481

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$601

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1 stop11h 25m

Adelaide

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06:15-19:40

2 stops13h 55m

$605

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CNS - ADL

CNSADL

Cairns

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07:50-11:30

Nonstop3h 10m

Adelaide

Mon 5/1

19:45-09:05

2 stops37h 50m

$616

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CNS - ADL

CNSADL

Cairns

Sat 7/2

11:45-19:10

1 stop6h 55m

Adelaide

Wed 11/2

06:10-11:05

1 stop5h 25m

$654

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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 $348. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to South Australia from Cairns during March instead. Flights to South Australia in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $359.

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 $364. 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 $422.

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 $364. Flights to South Australia are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of $509. 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 $430 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 $354 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	$176
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 $176. The best return flight deal from Cairns to South Australia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $349.

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 87.14% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 6.43%, Airbus A321neo with 2.86%, and Embraer 190 with 2.14%.

Best airlines flying from Cairns to South Australia

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $237	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 428 reviews		Search Virgin Australia flights
Jetstar	PriceFrom $261	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 493 reviews		Search Jetstar flights

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