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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Cairns

ADL — CNS
14 Nov — 21 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Adelaide to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Adelaide (ADL) to Cairns (CNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 October 2025.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£265

Good one-way deal

£109 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Best time to book a flight from Adelaide to Cairns

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Adelaide to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Adelaide to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 10 October 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Adelaide to Cairns, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Adelaide to Cairns?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Cairns (average of £88). Flying from Adelaide to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of £167). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ADL to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from Adelaide to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 October 2025.

When flying from Adelaide to Cairns, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated 15 October 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Adelaide to Cairns, such as Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
475 reviews
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Food

5.6

Crew

7.3

Comfort

6.4

Entertainment

5.1

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Matt,Jul 2025

DPS - MEL

One of the worst flights I've ever been on. Avoid Jetstar and particular this redeye at all costs
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
475 reviews
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
475 reviews
Check prices

Food

5.6

Crew

7.3

Comfort

6.4

Entertainment

5.1

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Matt,Jul 2025

DPS - MEL

One of the worst flights I've ever been on. Avoid Jetstar and particular this redeye at all costs

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Adelaide to Cairns flight route?

    The Adelaide to Cairns flight path was viewed by 5 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Adelaide to Cairns round-trip?

    Jetstar, at £155, was found to be the cheapest airline from Adelaide to Cairns.. Users have found that Jetstar is 28% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Adelaide to Cairns?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Adelaide to Cairns are Alliance Airlines (100%), Qantas Airways (97%) and Jetstar (97%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Adelaide to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Adelaide to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Adelaide to Cairns?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Adelaide to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Adelaide to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Adelaide to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Adelaide to Cairns?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Cairns (average of £88). Flying from Adelaide to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of £167). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Adelaide to Cairns

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Adelaide to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 15 October 2025.
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JetstarCheapest£155Average£223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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