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Cheapest one-way trip
£115
Cheapest nonstop round-trip
£230
Average round-trip
£145
Most popular airline
Jetstar Airways
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The distance between Adelaide and Cairns is 2135 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia Airlines, Qantas, and Regional Express. Adelaide and Cairns have 127 direct flights per week.
Weekly flights
| Mondays | Tuesdays | Wednesdays | Thursdays | Fridays | Saturdays | Sundays | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of flights | 23 | 17 | 18 | 23 | - | 27 | 19 |
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Check-in for a flight from Adelaide to Cairns
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking | Airport check-in closes | Online check-in available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jetstar Airways | JST | JQ | No | Unknown | No |
| Virgin Australia Airlines | VOZ | VA | Yes | Unknown | No |
| Qantas | QFA | QF | Yes | Unknown | No |
| Regional Express | RXA | ZL | No | Unknown | No |
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to travel from Adelaide to Cairns?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Adelaide and Cairns takes around 3.0 hours.
What is the flight distance between Adelaide and Cairns?
The flight distance between Adelaide and Cairns is 2135 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Adelaide and Cairns?
Several carriers operate flights between Adelaide and Cairns. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Jetstar Airways.
What are the most popular routes to and from Adelaide?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Adelaide and São Paulo, Denpasar, Geneva.
What are the most popular routes to and from Cairns?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Cairns and Sydney, Lisbon, Denpasar, Dili, Phnom Penh, Porto, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Recife, Salvador, Fortaleza, Florianópolis, Foz do Iguaçu, Brasília, Belo Horizonte, João Pessoa, Paraíba, Porto Alegre, Goiânia, Maceió, Natal.
What airports are near Adelaide?
The main airport in Adelaide is Adelaide. It is also served by Adelaide, Kingscote.
What airports are near Cairns?
The main airport in Cairns is Cairns. It is also served by Cairns.
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