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CNS — BNE
24 Mar — 31 Mar1
1 adult
Sun 24/3
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What to know about flights from Cairns

Discover essential information about flights departing from Cairns, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Cairns airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 19 March 2024.

Cheapest one-way flight

$98

Cheapest round-trip flight

$129

Cheapest airline

Bonza

Most popular destination

Brisbane (BNE)
The cheapest one-way flight from Cairns is currently to Brisbane.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Cairns is currently to Brisbane.
On average, Bonza currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Cairns.
Brisbane (BNE) is currently the most popular flight destination from Cairns.

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 19 March 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 651,626 searches.
Mon 8/420:50CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/406:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$219
Sun 31/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Thu 4/419:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$224
Mon 8/406:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Fri 12/406:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$232
Sun 7/406:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Thu 11/406:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$238
Tue 11/606:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/621:25BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$251
Mon 8/418:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 22/406:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$254
Sat 25/507:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Sun 26/511:20MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$262
Sat 25/507:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Sun 26/511:20MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$264
Thu 18/419:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sat 27/418:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$267

Last-minute flight deals from Cairns

Discover last-minute flight deals departing from Cairns. Take advantage of attractive deals offered by airlines for spontaneous travel. These deals are subject to availability and can provide significant savings for flexible travellers. Please note that the availability of last-minute deals can vary and may change quickly. Data last updated 19 March 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 651,626 searches.
Mon 25/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 3/421:25BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$239
Wed 27/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Mon 1/406:10BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/3$248
Tue 26/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/320:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$334
Sun 24/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 31/306:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$357
Sat 30/319:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 4/419:40MEL - CNS
1 stop5h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$378
Sun 24/318:20CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sun 31/320:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 16/3$382
Sun 24/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Mon 25/321:15BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$387
Sun 24/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Mon 25/321:15BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$392
Thu 28/313:15CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/406:10BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$398

Domestic airfare to nearby cities with cheap hotels

Discover domestic flight options from Cairns to cities with affordable hotel accommodations. Plan your travel to both enjoy budget-friendly flights and find affordable lodging in your chosen destination. Please note that the flight options are sourced from user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 651,626 searches and data was last updated 19 March 2024.
Mon 8/420:50CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/406:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$219
Sun 31/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Thu 4/419:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$224
Mon 8/406:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Fri 12/406:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$232
Sun 7/406:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Thu 11/406:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$238
Tue 11/606:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/621:25BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$251
Mon 8/418:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 22/406:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$254
Sat 25/507:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Sun 26/511:20MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$262
Sat 25/507:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Sun 26/511:20MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$264
Thu 18/419:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sat 27/418:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$267

International flights from Cairns

Explore international flight options available from Cairns. Discover the destinations served by airlines operating from Cairns, compare fares, and find the ideal international flight for your travel plans. Please note that the flight options are sourced from user searches, with fares last updated on 19 March 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 651,626 searches.
Fri 3/519:40CNS - DPS
Nonstop4h 45mJetstar
Mon 6/523:30DPS - CNS
Nonstop4h 30mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$507
Wed 10/406:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Wed 17/422:30AKL - CNS
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$556
Fri 5/419:40CNS - DPS
Nonstop4h 45mJetstar
Sun 28/423:30DPS - CNS
Nonstop4h 30mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$559
Wed 17/406:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Wed 24/422:30AKL - CNS
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$581
Fri 3/510:20CNS - DPS
1 stop14h 35mJetstar
Mon 6/523:30DPS - CNS
Nonstop4h 30mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$587
Fri 24/519:40CNS - DPS
Nonstop4h 45mJetstar
Fri 31/523:30DPS - CNS
Nonstop4h 30mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$590
Sun 9/619:40CNS - DPS
Nonstop4h 45mJetstar
Mon 17/623:30DPS - CNS
Nonstop4h 30mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$599
Sat 11/509:00CNS - DPS
1 stop14h 00mJetstar
Mon 3/623:30DPS - CNS
Nonstop4h 30mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$606
Fri 5/408:00CNS - DPS
1 stop15h 50mJetstar
Sun 28/423:30DPS - CNS
Nonstop4h 30mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$611

Direct flights from Cairns

Discover airlines that offer direct flights from Cairns to various destinations. Avoid layovers and travel efficiently with direct flight options, saving you time and providing a more convenient travel experience. Please note that the direct flight options are based on data from 19 March 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 651,626 searches.
Wed 17/406:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Wed 24/406:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$178
Tue 16/406:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sat 20/414:50BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$189
Wed 17/406:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 21/406:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$198
Thu 18/406:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 21/406:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$207
Thu 11/406:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Mon 15/419:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$210
Fri 19/406:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 21/406:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$213
Fri 19/406:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 21/406:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$215
Mon 8/420:50CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/406:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$219
Sun 31/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Thu 4/419:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$224

Find flights from Cairns within your budget

Find flights departing from Cairns that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 19 March 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 651,626 searches

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Any airport

Budget

$219 - $267

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Mon 8/4

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 10/4

Nonstop2h 25m

$219

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Sun 31/3

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Thu 4/4

Nonstop2h 20m

$224

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Mon 8/4

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Fri 12/4

Nonstop2h 25m

$232

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Sun 7/4

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Thu 11/4

Nonstop2h 25m

$238

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Tue 11/6

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sun 30/6

Nonstop2h 30m

$251

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Mon 8/4

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 22/4

Nonstop3h 05m

$254

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Sat 25/5

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 26/5

Nonstop3h 20m

$262

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Sat 25/5

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 26/5

Nonstop3h 20m

$264

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 18/4

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 27/4

Nonstop3h 20m

$267

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 17/3

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cairns. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The best time to book flights from Cairns is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns. Price data was last updated on 17 March 2024.
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Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Cairns would be wise to consider leaving during Tuesday evenings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Thursday afternoons when fares are usually the most expensive.
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Average price of flights from Cairns by month

Plan your trip from Cairns by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cairns is currently $105 while a return flight costs $246. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns (average of $188). Flying from Cairns in June will prove the most costly (average of $278). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$258

February

$253

March

$277

April

$261

May

$256

June

$274

July

$285

August

$273

September

$288

October

$268

November

$280

December

$300

Airline reviews for flights from Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service 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 airline for your flight from Cairns. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 651,626 searches.
9.0
Wonderful
24 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.0

Overall

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2

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

9.0
Wonderful
24 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
24 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.0

Overall

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2

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

7.9
Good
745 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
24 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.0

Overall

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2

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

7.8
Good
1,071 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
24 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.0

Overall

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2

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

6.9
Okay
740 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
24 reviews

Boarding

8.7

Crew

9.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.0

Overall

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2

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

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  • What is the cheapest flight from Cairns to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Cairns for as low as $98 to Brisbane (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $632 to fly from Cairns.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to anywhere?

    According to our data, users have found Bonza, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar to have the cheapest round-trip prices from Cairns. Some of the destinations and prices are as follows: Bonza flights from Cairns to Maroochydore Sunshine Coast ($83). Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Adelaide ($137). Jetstar flights from Cairns to Adelaide ($138).

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  • What are popular destinations to fly to from Cairns?

    Cairns offers frequent flights to Brisbane (224 flights per day), Sydney (133 flights per day) and Melbourne (94 flights per day).

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Cairns?

    View the cheapest flight destinations from Cairns:
    Fly from Cairns to Brisbane from $178 round trip

  • Which airlines fly from Cairns?

    When flying from Cairns check dates and pricing for the following: Alliance Airlines, Bonza, Rex, Hinterland Aviation, Skytrans. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Maroochydore, Weipa, Cooktown, Bamaga.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Cairns?

    For the current month, the most popular flights from Cairns are Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne Airport. Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne Airport are the most popular locations from Cairns year round.

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Cairns?

    Options for some of the cheapest premium economy flights from Cairns we have found on Cheapflights are as follows:
    Fly from Cairns to Brisbane starting at $1,704
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    Fly from Cairns to Port Moresby starting at $3,421

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from Cairns is January. The most expensive month for flights is June. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

  • When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns?

    Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Cairns would be wise to consider leaving during Tuesday evenings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Thursday afternoons when fares are usually the most expensive.

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

    The best time to book flights from Cairns is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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