£86 Cheap Flights from Adelaide (ADL) to Cairns (CNS)

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Cheap Flights from Adelaide (ADL) to Cairns (CNS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £86 for one-way flights and £206 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Mon, 8 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns
£206 Return, just found
£206
Return
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, 8 Dec from Adelaide to Cairns, returning Wed, 10 Dec, priced at £206 just found
Virgin Australia
Sat, 30 Aug - Sat, 6 Sep
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns
£243 Return, found 5 days ago
£243
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sat, 30 Aug from Adelaide to Cairns, returning Sat, 6 Sep, priced at £243 found 5 days ago
Jetstar
Mon, 8 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns
£250 Return, just found
£250
Return
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, 8 Dec from Adelaide to Cairns, returning Wed, 10 Dec, priced at £250 just found
Jetstar
Mon, 8 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns
£252 Return, just found
£252
Return
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, 8 Dec from Adelaide to Cairns, returning Wed, 10 Dec, priced at £252 just found
Jetstar
Mon, 8 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns
£254 Return, just found
£254
Return
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, 8 Dec from Adelaide to Cairns, returning Wed, 10 Dec, priced at £254 just found
Jetstar
Mon, 8 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns
£259 Return, just found
£259
Return
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, 8 Dec from Adelaide to Cairns, returning Wed, 10 Dec, priced at £259 just found
Jetstar
Mon, 8 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns
£262 Return, just found
£262
Return
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, 8 Dec from Adelaide to Cairns, returning Wed, 10 Dec, priced at £262 just found
Jetstar
Mon, 8 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns
£263 Return, just found
£263
Return
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, 8 Dec from Adelaide to Cairns, returning Wed, 10 Dec, priced at £263 just found
Virgin Australia
Mon, 8 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns
£266 Return, just found
£266
Return
just found
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 8 Dec from Adelaide to Cairns, returning Wed, 10 Dec, priced at £266 just found
Qantas Airways
Wed, 14 May - Wed, 21 May
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns
£280 Return, found 3 days ago
£280
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, 14 May from Adelaide to Cairns, returning Wed, 21 May, priced at £280 found 3 days ago
Flight from Adelaide to Cairns route information
Origin airport
Adelaide
Destination airport
Cairns Intl.
Airlines serving
Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia
Return price
£206
Distance
2120 km

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Grab a great deal on your flight from Adelaide (ADL) to Cairns Intl. (CNS) 

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Adelaide to Cairns today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Adelaide to Cairns Intl. start at just £206 and range up to £280.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Adelaide and Cairns
  • booking your flight during December, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

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We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Adelaide to Cairns Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from ADL to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
Round-trip flights from Adelaide Airport to Cairns Airport start from £206. This figure is based on fares advertised within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — make your booking ASAP so you don’t miss out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Adelaide Airport to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
This varies from airline to airline, as each has its own terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where there are simple instructions on how to cancel your flight online.
How do I find cheap flights from Adelaide Airport to Cairns Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Adelaide Airport to CNS?
It’s around 2,100 kilometres between Adelaide and Cairns, so you’ll be up in the air for a while. Keep yourself occupied with things like playing cards (if you’re travelling with friends) or a good old-fashioned book.
Which airlines fly direct from ADL to Cairns Airport?
Jetstar (JQ) is a top choice. It offers 26 flights from Adelaide Airport to Cairns Airport each month. If you want more options, check out the ticket prices from Virgin Australia (VA). This carrier operates 13 monthly flights between these airports.
Are Adelaide Airport to Cairns Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
It is possible to score a fantastic last-minute deal from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to CNS, but it’s also possible to miss out altogether! As many airlines release prices up to a year in advance, it’s worth keeping an eye on fares early and being ready to book when you spot a good bargain. Expedia compares air carrier prices and updates flight deals often, so you can be certain you’re always getting the latest offers.

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