The flight distance from Adelaide International Airport (ADL) in Adelaide, Australia to Cairns International Airport (CNS) in Cairns, Australia is 2,132 kilometers (1,325 miles / 1,151 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northeast at a heading of 21°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is a domestic route within Australia. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 0.5-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 01:27 in Adelaide, it's 00:57 in Cairns.

The return flight from Cairns (CNS) to Adelaide (ADL) follows a heading of 198° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Adelaide International Airport (ADL) and Cairns International Airport (CNS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.