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Cheap flights from Cairns to Canberra from $487

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/5. 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 — CBR
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult
Wed 1/5
Wed 8/5

The best prices from Cairns to Canberra are usually found in February or August, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Canberra

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Canberra (CBR). 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 26 April 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$683

Round-trip from

$315
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cairns to Canberra?

Sunday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Cairns to Canberra. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Canberra.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cairns to Canberra?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 53 days in advance, which can save you up to 48% on flights from Cairns to Canberra compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 53 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $639. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $780.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Canberra?

Flights from Cairns to Canberra lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Cairns to Canberra in February, with the cheapest ticket starting at $362.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Canberra (CNS - CBR)?

When flying from Cairns to Canberra, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Canberra

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Cairns and Canberra. 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 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Consider these cheap Virgin Australia flights we've found departing from Cairns to Canberra. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Mon 8/716:40CNS - CBR
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Sun 14/718:20CBR - CNS
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/4$611
Mon 8/709:20CNS - CBR
1 stop8h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 14/715:10CBR - CNS
2 stops8h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/4$680
Thu 2/506:00CNS - CBR
1 stop12h 10mVirgin Australia
Thu 9/506:45CBR - CNS
2 stops11h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4$703
Fri 7/606:00CNS - CBR
2 stops7h 15mVirgin Australia
Thu 20/616:20CBR - CNS
2 stops7h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/4$950

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Canberra

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Cairns and Canberra. 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 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Qantas Airways flights departing from Cairns and landing in Canberra. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Thu 23/509:10CNS - CBR
2 stops8h 20mQantas Airways
Thu 30/511:05CBR - CNS
2 stops6h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$1,056
Thu 2/509:10CNS - CBR
2 stops6h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 9/512:10CBR - CNS
2 stops7h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$1,207

Cheap Cairns to Canberra flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cairns to Canberra specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Prices were last updated on 26 April 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cairns to Canberra in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 23/509:00CNS - CBR
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/510:30CBR - CNS
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$487
Thu 23/509:00CNS - CBR
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/512:40CBR - CNS
2 stops10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$571
Thu 2/509:00CNS - CBR
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/510:30CBR - CNS
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$590
Thu 2/506:00CNS - CBR
1 stop12h 10mVirgin Australia
Thu 9/506:45CBR - CNS
2 stops11h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4$703
Thu 23/509:10CNS - CBR
2 stops8h 20mQantas Airways
Thu 30/511:05CBR - CNS
2 stops6h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$1,056
Thu 2/509:10CNS - CBR
2 stops6h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 9/512:10CBR - CNS
2 stops7h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$1,207

Cairns to Canberra 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and Canberra in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cairns to Canberra in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 23/509:00CNS - CBR
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/510:30CBR - CNS
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$487
Fri 7/609:45CNS - CBR
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/616:20CBR - CNS
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$528
Fri 7/609:45CNS - CBR
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/616:20CBR - CNS
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$534
Thu 23/509:00CNS - CBR
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/512:40CBR - CNS
2 stops10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$571
Thu 2/509:00CNS - CBR
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/510:30CBR - CNS
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$590
Fri 7/606:00CNS - CBR
1 stop9h 40mJetstar
Thu 13/612:40CBR - CNS
2 stops10h 10mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$597
Mon 8/716:40CNS - CBR
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Sun 14/718:20CBR - CNS
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/4$611
Fri 7/606:00CNS - CBR
1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/607:15CBR - CNS
2 stops11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$663
Mon 8/709:20CNS - CBR
1 stop8h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 14/715:10CBR - CNS
2 stops8h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/4$680

Cairns to Canberra flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Cairns to Canberra for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Cairns to Canberra departing last-minute. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Thu 2/509:00CNS - CBR
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/510:30CBR - CNS
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$590
Thu 2/506:00CNS - CBR
1 stop12h 10mVirgin Australia
Thu 9/506:45CBR - CNS
2 stops11h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4$703
Thu 2/509:10CNS - CBR
2 stops6h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 9/512:10CBR - CNS
2 stops7h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$1,207

Find flights from Cairns to Canberra within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Canberra 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 596,426 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.

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CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Thu 23/5

1 stop5h 30m

Canberra

Thu 30/5

1 stop22h 40m

$487

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Fri 7/6

1 stop28h 50m

Canberra

Thu 13/6

1 stop7h 35m

$528

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Fri 7/6

1 stop28h 50m

Canberra

Thu 20/6

1 stop7h 35m

$534

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Thu 23/5

1 stop5h 30m

Canberra

Thu 30/5

2 stops10h 10m

$571

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Fri 7/6

1 stop9h 40m

Canberra

Thu 13/6

2 stops10h 10m

$597

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Mon 8/7

1 stop5h 00m

Canberra

Sun 14/7

1 stop5h 00m

$611

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Mon 8/7

1 stop8h 20m

Canberra

Sun 14/7

2 stops8h 10m

$680

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Mon 8/7

2 stops15h 40m

Canberra

Sun 14/7

2 stops26h 55m

$1,001

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Thu 23/5

2 stops8h 20m

Canberra

Thu 30/5

2 stops6h 55m

$1,056

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 25/4

When is the best time to book a flight from Cairns to Canberra?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cairns to Canberra. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 52 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cairns to Canberra. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Canberra?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns to Canberra. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Canberra flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday 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 Canberra by month

Plan your trip from Cairns to Canberra by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cairns to Canberra is currently $0 while a return flight costs $674. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Canberra (average of $205). Flying from Cairns to Canberra in December is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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

$362

February

$315

March

$322

April

$353

May

$324

June

$358

July

$370

August

$324

September

$361

October

$321

November

$361

December

$411

Temperature and rainfall in Canberra by month

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

CBR

Temperature

5 - 20 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Canberra

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Canberra. 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 Canberra. Reviews last updated 26 April 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cairns to Canberra, such as Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.3

Boarding

8.8

Overall

9.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.3

Boarding

8.8

Overall

9.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
674 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.3

Boarding

8.8

Overall

9.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,001 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.3

Boarding

8.8

Overall

9.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
670 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.3

Boarding

8.8

Overall

9.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Cairns to Canberra for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Canberra for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $487, but on average you can expect to pay $703.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Cairns to Canberra for under $600?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Cairns to Canberra within the next 7 days for less than $600.

  • What days are direct flights available from Cairns to Canberra?

    Direct flights can be found on the following days: Friday.

  • How many flights depart from Cairns to Canberra on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 1 flight from Cairns to Canberra a day.
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  • How long is the flight from Cairns to Canberra?

    Airlines like Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Rex fly from Cairns to Canberra in about 5h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2087 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Canberra, with prices starting at $597. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Virgin Australia and Rex, with the lowest prices starting at $611 and $1,001, respectively. These flights start at 9% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cairns to Canberra?

    When booking a flight from Cairns to Canberra, you may want to consider flying on Jetstar, Qantas Airways or Virgin Australia as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What does CNS to CBR mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Cairns Airport to Canberra Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a CNS to CBR flight.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cairns to Canberra 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 Canberra with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cairns to Canberra flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Canberra 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 Canberra.

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

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

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to Canberra 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 Canberra?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to Canberra 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 Canberra flight deals updated?

    The Cairns to Canberra flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 26/4.

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