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July 18 - July 26

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ADL - Cairns

$398

$250

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July 21 - July 25

ADL - Cairns

$319

$253

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July 26 - July 31

ADL - Cairns

$313

$253

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July 30 - August 6

ADL - Cairns

$306

$253

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August 1 - August 8

ADL - Cairns

$260

$253

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August 1 - August 11

ADL - Cairns

$238

$253

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August 9 - August 13

ADL - Cairns

$273

$253

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August 12 - August 26

ADL - Cairns

$241

$253

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August 17 - August 22

ADL - Cairns

$275

$253

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August 20 - August 23

ADL - Cairns

$275

$253

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Insights for flights from Adelaide to Cairns

Right now, 31% of recent fares for flights from Adelaide to Cairns are considered a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $182–$289, with a median of $226. Currently, prices are above the typical level, suggesting that you might find better value by waiting for new deals. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Cairns? The data indicates that November is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $160. Following closely, September offers a median fare of $169, and October presents a median of $185. Planning your trip during these months can help you secure more budget-friendly options.

A typical journey from Adelaide to Cairns takes approximately 7h 50m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 2133 km. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as only 29.6% of recent fares are for direct flights from Adelaide to Cairns. When connecting, the median number of stopovers is 1.

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Cairns

Regular price: $341 - $624

Prices for flights from Adelaide to Cairns are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Adelaide to Cairns typically range from $341 to $624. The current lowest deal is $250 with Jetstar, for travel from Jul 18-Jul 26.

now $250

Low $341

High $624

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Cairns

The cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Cairns is November, with a median price of $160. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $375. Generally, prices are lower from January to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $160

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $375

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Direct flights from Adelaide to Cairns

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Cairns

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Cairns

Adelaide (ADL) - Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar

$416

$287

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Cairns

Adelaide (ADL) - Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar

$506

$330

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Cairns

Adelaide (ADL) - Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar

$528

$373

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Cairns

Adelaide (ADL) - Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar

$397

$274

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Cairns

Adelaide (ADL) - Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar

$404

$282

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Cairns

Adelaide (ADL) - Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar

$404

$293

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Adelaide to Cairns

5 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 26

$506 → $330

35%

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$451 → $285

37%

4 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 26

$528 → $373

29%

5 nights

Jul 18 - Jul 23

$409 → $256

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Cairns

Adelaide - Cairns route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Adelaide to Cairns are below the typical level, with deals around $250.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest at $160

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Cairns, with a median price of $160.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 7h 50m

The typical flight duration from Adelaide to Cairns is 7 hours and 50 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 1 stopover being typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is an airline that offers direct flights from Adelaide to Cairns.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Adelaide to Cairns are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

Adelaide Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Cairns, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$250

Cairns main airports to arrive at

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

Cairns Airport is a convenient arrival point for exploring Cairns and its surrounding attractions.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$250

Airports nearby Cairns used as alternative

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

Townsville Airport can be a useful alternative arrival airport, offering a balance of proximity and flight frequency.

📍 ~350 km from Cairns (reachable by car or rail).

💸 Flights from ~$302

Whitsunday Coast (PPP)

Whitsunday Coast Airport offers reliable jet services and higher flight frequency for travelers to the region.

📍 ~560 km from Cairns (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$334

Mackay (MKY)

Mackay Airport is an established regional hub with multiple daily flights and various cabin classes.

📍 ~750 km from Cairns (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$356

Great Barrier Reef (HTI)

Great Barrier Reef Airport is an alternative for travelers already planning to visit the reef region.

📍 ~700 km from Cairns (requires ferry transfer from mainland).

💸 Flights from ~$349

Mount Isa (ISA)

Mount Isa Airport is a major inland hub, practical if your final destination is in the outback.

📍 ~850 km from Cairns (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$704

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cairns

46% AI deal score

$1,000

From ADL

Elite

Jun 18

Cairns, Australia

46% AI deal score

$1,077

From ADL

Elite

Jun 23

Cairns, Australia

45% AI deal score

$1,077

From ADL

Elite

Jun 20

Cairns, Australia

43% AI deal score

$1,307

From ADL

Elite

Aug 18

Cairns, Australia

37% AI deal score

$3,359

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cairns

Historically, the best prices for flights from Adelaide to Cairns are found when booking between 14 and 27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $225. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees prices rise to an average of $250. For those planning further ahead, booking 28-59 days out shows a higher average price of $369.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Adelaide to Cairns is considered to be $182 or less. The median price for this route was $226. Prices can go up to $289 or more for the higher end of fares. Travelers should aim for prices at or below the $182 threshold for a more economical trip.

Historically, November is typically the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Cairns, with a median price of $160. September also offers favorable prices, with a median of $169. October, while being the most expensive month in the trailing 90 days, still presented a median price of $185. The annual median price for this route is $226, indicating that these months offer significant savings.

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Adelaide to Cairns

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Cairns

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Cairns

Direct flights from Adelaide to Cairns

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Cairns

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Adelaide to Cairns

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Cairns

Adelaide - Cairns route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

November is historically cheapest at $160

Flights typically take 7h 50m

Connecting flights are dominant

Jetstar offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Cairns main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cairns used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cairns

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cairns

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Are there frequent deals on flights from Adelaide to Cairns?

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