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Cheap flights from Cairns to Alice Springs from $485

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CNS — ASP
24 Apr — 1 May1
1 adult
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Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Alice Springs

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Alice Springs (ASP). 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 19 April 2024.

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June

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August

Round-trip from

$645

One-way from

$485
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What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Alice Springs?

Our data shows that August tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Alice Springs from Cairns. Users have commonly found prices around $1,274 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $876. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Alice Springs (CNS - ASP)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Cairns to Alice Springs as you normally would.

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Alice Springs

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Cairns and Alice Springs. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,206 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Virgin Australia flights we've found from Cairns to Alice Springs. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Mon 3/620:50CNS - ASP
1 stop16h 40mVirgin Australia
Fri 7/614:40ASP - CNS
2 stops29h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/4$1,202
Mon 3/620:50CNS - ASP
1 stop16h 40mVirgin Australia
Fri 7/614:40ASP - CNS
2 stops29h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/4$1,229
Mon 3/616:35CNS - ASP
2 stops45h 55mVirgin Australia
Fri 7/614:40ASP - CNS
2 stops44h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/4$1,260
Mon 3/606:00CNS - ASP
2 stops8h 30mVirgin Australia
Fri 7/614:40ASP - CNS
2 stops29h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/4$1,306

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Alice Springs

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Cairns and Alice Springs. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,206 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Qantas Airways flights travelling from Cairns to Alice Springs. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Mon 3/622:55CNS - ASP
1 stop15h 10mQantas Airways
Fri 7/612:35ASP - CNS
1 stop29h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/4$1,367
Mon 3/622:55CNS - ASP
1 stop15h 10mQantas Airways
Fri 7/612:35ASP - CNS
1 stop29h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/4$1,370

Cairns to Alice Springs 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and Alice Springs in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,206 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cairns to Alice Springs in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Mon 3/620:50CNS - ASP
1 stop16h 40mVirgin Australia
Fri 7/614:40ASP - CNS
2 stops29h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/4$1,202
Mon 3/620:50CNS - ASP
1 stop16h 40mVirgin Australia
Fri 7/614:40ASP - CNS
2 stops29h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/4$1,229
Mon 3/616:35CNS - ASP
2 stops45h 55mVirgin Australia
Fri 7/614:40ASP - CNS
2 stops44h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/4$1,260
Mon 3/606:00CNS - ASP
2 stops8h 30mVirgin Australia
Fri 7/614:40ASP - CNS
2 stops29h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/4$1,306
Mon 3/622:55CNS - ASP
1 stop15h 10mQantas Airways
Fri 7/612:35ASP - CNS
1 stop29h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/4$1,367
Mon 3/622:55CNS - ASP
1 stop15h 10mQantas Airways
Fri 7/612:35ASP - CNS
1 stop29h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/4$1,370

One-way flights to Alice Springs from Cairns

Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to Alice Springs. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,206 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Cairns to Alice Springs. Users needing a return flight from Cairns to Alice Springs should utilise the search form above.
Fri 26/419:05CNS - ASP
1 stop25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$485
Fri 26/420:50CNS - ASP
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$486
Fri 3/510:20CNS - ASP
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$573
Fri 3/516:10CNS - ASP
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$735
Fri 3/506:00CNS - ASP
3 stops12h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/4$1,263

Find flights from Cairns to Alice Springs within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Alice Springs that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,206 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.

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$1,202 - $1,370

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Price

CairnsAlice Springs

CNS - ASP

CNSASP

Cairns

Mon 3/6

1 stop16h 40m

Alice Springs

Fri 7/6

2 stops29h 00m

$1,202

CairnsAlice Springs

CNS - ASP

CNSASP

Cairns

Mon 3/6

1 stop16h 40m

Alice Springs

Fri 7/6

2 stops29h 00m

$1,229

CairnsAlice Springs

CNS - ASP

CNSASP

Cairns

Mon 3/6

2 stops45h 55m

Alice Springs

Fri 7/6

2 stops44h 15m

$1,260

CairnsAlice Springs

CNS - ASP

CNSASP

Cairns

Mon 3/6

2 stops8h 30m

Alice Springs

Fri 7/6

2 stops29h 00m

$1,306

CairnsAlice Springs

CNS - ASP

CNSASP

Cairns

Mon 3/6

1 stop15h 10m

Alice Springs

Fri 7/6

1 stop29h 25m

$1,367

CairnsAlice Springs

CNS - ASP

CNSASP

Cairns

Mon 3/6

1 stop15h 10m

Alice Springs

Fri 7/6

1 stop29h 25m

$1,370

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Alice Springs?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns to Alice Springs. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Alice Springs flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Alice Springs by month

Plan your trip from Cairns to Alice Springs by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cairns to Alice Springs is currently $708 while a return flight costs $1,289. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Alice Springs (average of $415). Flying from Cairns to Alice Springs in June is currently the most expensive (average of $523). 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.

January

$666

February

$651

March

$718

April

$769

May

$696

June

$812

July

$784

August

$802

September

$806

October

$786

November

$645

December

$749

Temperature and rainfall in Alice Springs by month

Plan your trip to Alice Springs by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

ASP

Temperature

11 - 28 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Alice Springs

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alice Springs. 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 Alice Springs. Reviews last updated 19 April 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cairns to Alice Springs, see what other customers have to say about Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
689 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.0

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
689 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
689 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.0

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,017 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
689 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.0

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Cairns to Alice Springs for under $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Alice Springs for under $1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Virgin Australia for just $1,202, but on average you can expect to pay $1,288.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Alice Springs round-trip?

    Virgin Australia, at $1,202, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cairns to Alice Springs. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Qantas Airways. You may be able to fly from Cairns to Alice Springs for 5% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What does CNS to ASP mean?

    Cairns Airport is CNS and Alice Springs Airport is ASP. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Alice Springs that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cairns to Alice Springs flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cairns to Alice Springs with specific airlines?

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Alice Springs flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Alice Springs.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Alice Springs by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Alice Springs that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to Alice Springs offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cairns to Alice Springs?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to Alice Springs flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cairns to Alice Springs flight deals updated?

    The Cairns to Alice Springs flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 18/4.

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