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Cheap flights from Cairns to Adelaide (CNS - ADL)

CNS — ADL
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Fri 2/27
Fri 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cairns to Adelaide are usually found in February or March, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Adelaide (ADL). 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 January 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$269

Good one-way deal

$120 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Adelaide

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cairns to Adelaide. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Cairns to Adelaide is 48 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Adelaide (average of $90). Flying from Cairns to Adelaide in October is currently the most expensive (average of $266). 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 CNS to ADL?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Adelaide. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 28, 2026.

When flying from Cairns to Adelaide, 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 Adelaide

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Adelaide. 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 Adelaide. Reviews last updated January 28, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Jetstar from Cairns to Adelaide to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
513 reviews

Food

5.6

Boarding

6.8

Comfort

6.4

Entertainment

5.1

Crew

7.3

Overall

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Tracy,Jan 2026

SYD - MEL

My tickets have been cancelled this morning at 3am for 6:30am’ scheduled. I had to contact myself to reschedule it. I finally confirmed flight at 9:40am, however it delayed to 11am… I missed the pickup at Mel airport and need to pay double amount …. Such a bad experience
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
513 reviews
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
513 reviews

Food

5.6

Boarding

6.8

Comfort

6.4

Entertainment

5.1

Crew

7.3

Overall

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Tracy,Jan 2026

SYD - MEL

My tickets have been cancelled this morning at 3am for 6:30am’ scheduled. I had to contact myself to reschedule it. I finally confirmed flight at 9:40am, however it delayed to 11am… I missed the pickup at Mel airport and need to pay double amount …. Such a bad experience

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Adelaide, with prices starting at $200. This flight start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Cairns to Adelaide on time: Emirates (86%), IndiGo (86%), Qantas Airways (81%).

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Adelaide 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 Cairns to Adelaide?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Adelaide (average of $90). Flying from Cairns to Adelaide in October is currently the most expensive (average of $266). 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 Cairns to Adelaide

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Cairns to Adelaide. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 28, 2026.
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JetstarCheapest$200Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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