$92+ Direct flights from Cairns

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CNS — SYD
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
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 28 January 2026.

Wed 25/214:25
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 15m
Jetstar
Wed 4/315:00
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 25/1$166
Wed 11/314:25
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/320:40
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1$167
Mon 9/306:00
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 15m
Jetstar
Mon 16/307:05
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 25/1$168
Thu 26/217:20
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 20m
Virgin Australia
Sun 1/308:35
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 25m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 25/1$170
Fri 27/211:40
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 20m
Virgin Australia
Fri 27/220:40
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 25m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 25/1$171
Fri 13/317:20
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 20m
Virgin Australia
Sun 15/308:35
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 25m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 26/1$173
Thu 26/206:00
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/308:35
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1$176
Mon 9/309:15
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 20m
Virgin Australia
Sun 15/308:35
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 25m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 24/1$177
Thu 26/206:00
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 15m
Jetstar
Sun 1/308:55
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1$178
Tue 24/212:05
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 15m
Jetstar
Thu 26/208:55
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1$180
Tue 17/306:00
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 15m
Jetstar
Wed 18/308:55
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1$181
Fri 27/214:25
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 15m
Jetstar
Mon 2/307:05
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1$184

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Fly to

Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 25/2

14:25-16:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 4/3

15:00-17:15

Nonstop2h 15m

$166

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 12/3

06:00-08:20

Nonstop2h 20m

Brisbane

Thu 19/3

20:40-23:05

Nonstop2h 25m

$167

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 12/3

12:05-14:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Thu 19/3

07:05-09:20

Nonstop2h 15m

$167

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Fri 27/2

14:25-16:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sun 1/3

08:35-11:00

Nonstop2h 25m

$168

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Mon 9/3

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Mon 16/3

07:05-09:20

Nonstop2h 15m

$168

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 18/3

14:40-17:00

Nonstop2h 20m

Brisbane

Sun 22/3

20:40-23:05

Nonstop2h 25m

$170

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 25/3

17:20-19:40

Nonstop2h 20m

Brisbane

Sun 29/3

20:50-23:20

Nonstop2h 30m

$170

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Fri 6/3

17:20-19:40

Nonstop2h 20m

Brisbane

Sun 8/3

20:40-23:05

Nonstop2h 25m

$171

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Fri 13/3

17:20-19:40

Nonstop2h 20m

Brisbane

Sun 15/3

08:35-11:00

Nonstop2h 25m

$173

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Mon 23/3

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Tue 24/3

08:55-11:20

Nonstop2h 25m

$177

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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.

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Cairns. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 28 January 2026.
  • 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 $375. If you're looking for a direct round-trip flight from Cairns, you can expect to pay around $757.

  • 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 47m 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, May 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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