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$114+ Direct flights from Cairns

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 14/2. 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 — SYD
1 Feb — 8 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Direct flights from Cairns

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Cheapest flights from Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 2 January 2026.

Wed 28/114:25CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 31/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 30/12$175
Thu 22/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 24/117:30BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 30/12$177
Wed 28/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Wed 4/215:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 31/12$178
Tue 20/115:45CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Thu 22/115:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 30/12$180
Tue 20/115:45CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 24/115:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 30/12$181
Mon 19/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Wed 21/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 30/12$183
Wed 21/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Fri 23/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 30/12$184
Mon 19/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Mon 26/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 30/12$186
Thu 26/206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Thu 5/308:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 30/12$189
Mon 19/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 24/117:30BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 30/12$190
Sun 18/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Wed 28/117:30BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 30/12$195
Wed 25/214:25CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 7/308:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 30/12$196

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Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Sat 7/2

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sun 8/2

08:55-11:20

Nonstop2h 25m

$177

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 22/1

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sun 25/1

07:05-09:20

Nonstop2h 15m

$177

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 29/1

12:05-14:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Thu 5/2

07:05-09:20

Nonstop2h 15m

$177

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 28/1

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sat 31/1

08:55-11:20

Nonstop2h 25m

$177

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 21/1

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sat 24/1

15:00-17:15

Nonstop2h 15m

$177

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 28/1

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 4/2

15:00-17:15

Nonstop2h 15m

$178

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 4/2

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Fri 6/2

15:00-17:15

Nonstop2h 15m

$180

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 4/2

14:25-16:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 11/2

08:55-11:20

Nonstop2h 25m

$183

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Fri 30/1

12:05-14:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Fri 6/2

15:00-17:15

Nonstop2h 15m

$184

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Sun 18/1

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Tue 20/1

18:35-20:55

Nonstop2h 20m

$184

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Reviews of airlines flying direct to Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide direct flights from Cairns. 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 from Cairns. Reviews last updated Cheapflights.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Cairns by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leanne,Dec 2025

MEL - LST

The crew were very welcoming and the landing was excellent
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leanne,Dec 2025

MEL - LST

The crew were very welcoming and the landing was excellent
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
961 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leanne,Dec 2025

MEL - LST

The crew were very welcoming and the landing was excellent
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
496 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leanne,Dec 2025

MEL - LST

The crew were very welcoming and the landing was excellent

Related info for your journey

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  • Where can you fly direct from Cairns?

    Currently, the most popular direct flight destination from Cairns is Brisbane.

  • How much are direct flights from Cairns?

    On average, a one-way direct flight from Cairns will cost users approximately $356. If you're looking for a direct round-trip flight from Cairns, you can expect to pay around $615.

  • How long is a direct flight from Cairns?

    While the flight duration depends heavily on the destination, on average, travelers can expect non-stop flights from Cairns to last approximately 3h 31m on average. The quickest direct flight from Cairns at this time departs from Cairns (1h 00m), while the longest leaves from Cairns (7h 30m).

  • What is the best time of year to fly direct from Cairns?

    If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight from Cairns, June is worth consideration as prices are at their lowest, on average. In terms of the number of daily non-stop flights, March offers travelers the most options.

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