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Adelaide.$141 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $141, select.
Adelaide.$141 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Sun, 4 May, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $141, select.
Adelaide.$141 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Thu, 25 Dec, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $141, select.
Adelaide.$141 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $141, select.
Adelaide.$141 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $141, select.
Adelaide.$141 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $141, select.
Adelaide.$141 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $141, select.
Adelaide.$141 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Thu, 8 Jan, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From $141, 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 May.
Apr
from $213
May
from $141
Jun
from $141
Jul
from $141
Aug
from $141
Sep
from $141
Oct
from $167
Nov
from $150
Dec
from $141
Jan
from $141
Feb
from $141
Mar
from $237

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.

Cairns to Adelaide: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$141
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 19 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 $282. 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 19 minutes is the average flight time from Cairns to Adelaide.
Qantas, Jetstar and Emirates fly direct from Cairns to Adelaide.
As of April 2025, there are 34 flights per week flying from Cairns to Adelaide.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Adelaide is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport on Sunday, 4 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 19 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.

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

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.

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

  • Flights from CNS to ADL start at 08:00 — the first with Jetstar. The last service of the day is at 17:35 with Qantas. In total, there are 32 weekly Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport flights.

  • Your CNS to ADL flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport. When you're ready to start your Adelaide adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of Australia:

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Jetstar on this route.

  • The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for CNS to ADL flights is Jetstar.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CNS and ADL:

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Brisbane Airport

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport flight is $141. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $282. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get cheap tickets from CNS to ADL, reserve your trip 11 months ahead of your departure date.

  • Organise your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from CNS to ADL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • Of all flights departing from Cairns Airport, 71.55% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Central Cairns to Cairns Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near CNS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • Consider booking a hotel close to ADL if you're catching a late Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

  • Grab an Adelaide Airport rental car and discover Adelaide and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, simba car hire and East Coast are top providers to choose from here.

  • Booking your ride from Adelaide Airport about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to central Adelaide

  • Adelaide Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Adelaide. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.

When to fly to Adelaide Airport (ADL)

  • January is the most popular month for flights from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Adelaide in April.

  • The warmest month in Adelaide is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Cairns Airport to Adelaide Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • August has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CNS to ADL sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

  • Adelaide has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be explored. About 338 kilometres east of Adelaide, a visit to Mildura will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Mildura Riverfront, Mildura Arts Centre & Rio Vista Homestead and Orange World.

  • Around 370 kilometres south-east of Adelaide, Mount Gambier is another essential stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out The Blue Lake, Engelbrecht Cave and The Valley Lake.

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