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CNS — MEL
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult
Wed 1/5
Wed 8/5

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 26 April 2024.

Cheapest one-way flight

$99

Cheapest round-trip flight

$120

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 26 April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches.
Fri 10/506:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 12/506:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$198
Fri 24/509:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 26/506:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$206
Thu 9/506:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 12/506:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$210
Sat 25/506:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Wed 29/506:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$215
Sun 23/606:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Thu 27/606:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$224
Fri 17/520:50CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/519:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$230
Wed 24/706:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/720:50BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$232
Mon 24/616:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Fri 28/606:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$240
Fri 31/520:50CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/619:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$241

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 26 April 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches.
Wed 1/506:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 5/506:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$198
Fri 3/520:50CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/506:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$230
Wed 1/518:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 3/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$367
Sat 4/516:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/506:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$379
Thu 2/508:10CNS - BNE
1 stop9h 05mJetstar
Mon 6/506:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$387
Sun 5/519:15CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mVirgin Australia
Mon 6/506:00SYD - CNS
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4$393
Wed 1/509:20CNS - SYD
1 stop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$401
Sat 4/516:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mVirgin Australia
Tue 7/519:00SYD - CNS
1 stop4h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4$408
Sat 4/506:00CNS - SYD
1 stop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/506:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$410

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 596,426 searches and data was last updated 26 April 2024.
Fri 10/506:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 12/506:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$198
Fri 24/509:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 26/506:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$206
Thu 9/506:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 12/506:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$210
Sat 25/506:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Wed 29/506:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$215
Sun 23/606:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Thu 27/606:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$224
Fri 17/520:50CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/519:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$230
Wed 24/706:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/720:50BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$232
Mon 24/616:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Fri 28/606:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$240
Fri 31/520:50CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/619:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$241

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 26 April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches.
Sun 19/519:40CNS - DPS
Nonstop4h 45mJetstar
Sun 26/523:30DPS - CNS
Nonstop4h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$540
Mon 10/619:40CNS - DPS
Nonstop4h 45mJetstar
Wed 26/623:30DPS - CNS
Nonstop4h 30mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$547
Wed 22/519:40CNS - DPS
Nonstop4h 45mJetstar
Sun 2/623:30DPS - CNS
Nonstop4h 30mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$551
Fri 24/518:55CNS - AKL
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Fri 31/513:05AKL - CNS
1 stop10h 15mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$574
Sun 9/619:40CNS - DPS
Nonstop4h 45mJetstar
Mon 24/623:30DPS - CNS
Nonstop4h 30mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$576
Mon 10/619:40CNS - DPS
Nonstop4h 45mJetstar
Mon 24/623:30DPS - CNS
Nonstop4h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$577
Sun 9/619:40CNS - DPS
Nonstop4h 45mJetstar
Wed 26/623:30DPS - CNS
Nonstop4h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$580
Fri 24/512:00CNS - DPS
1 stop15h 35mJetstar
Sun 2/623:30DPS - CNS
Nonstop4h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$588
Sun 14/719:40CNS - DPS
Nonstop4h 45mJetstar
Mon 29/723:30DPS - CNS
Nonstop4h 30mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$590

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 26 April 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches.
Thu 16/506:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/521:25BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$246
Thu 9/518:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sun 12/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$247
Thu 16/506:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Mon 20/506:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$249
Sat 15/609:45CNS - OOL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Tue 18/606:40OOL - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$249
Tue 1/1006:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/1020:50BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$253
Wed 24/706:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Wed 31/706:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$253
Tue 1/1006:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mVirgin Australia
Thu 3/1020:50BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/4$255
Sat 24/806:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Mon 26/806:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$255
Thu 9/518:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sun 12/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$258

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 26 April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$198 - $241

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Fri 10/5

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sun 12/5

Nonstop2h 25m

$198

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Fri 24/5

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sun 26/5

Nonstop2h 25m

$206

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 9/5

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sun 12/5

Nonstop2h 25m

$210

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Sat 25/5

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 29/5

Nonstop2h 25m

$215

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Sun 23/6

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Thu 27/6

Nonstop2h 25m

$224

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Fri 17/5

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Tue 21/5

Nonstop2h 20m

$230

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 24/7

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sun 28/7

Nonstop2h 30m

$232

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Mon 24/6

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Fri 28/6

Nonstop2h 25m

$240

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Fri 31/5

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Mon 3/6

Nonstop2h 20m

$241

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 25/4

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 87 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 21 April 2024.
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Midday
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Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Cairns would be wise to consider leaving during Wednesday afternoons when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Sunday evenings 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 $156 while a return flight costs $222. Price data was last updated on 21 April 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 $280). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$240

February

$207

March

$238

April

$233

May

$203

June

$215

July

$235

August

$206

September

$230

October

$226

November

$244

December

$269

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 596,426 searches.
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

9.2

Boarding

8.8

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 2

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

9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

9.2

Boarding

8.8

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 2

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

8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

9.2

Boarding

8.8

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 2

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

7.8
Good
674 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

9.2

Boarding

8.8

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 2

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

7.7
Good
1,001 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

9.2

Boarding

8.8

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 2

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

6.8
Okay
670 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

9.2

Boarding

8.8

Food

7.4

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 are the most popular destinations to fly to from Cairns?

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

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cairns to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Cairns for as low as $99 to Brisbane (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $614 to fly from Cairns.

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

    According to our data, users have found Bonza, Rex, and Virgin Australia 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 ($97). Rex flights from Cairns to Bamaga ($109). Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Adelaide ($126).

  • What is the shortest nonstop flight from Cairns?

    We've found Cooktown, Townsville, and Weipa as options for shorter direct flights within 172 km of Cairns. These locations can be great options for travelers looking to go somewhere and back quickly.

  • What is the farthest nonstop flight from Cairns?

    If flights to distant destinations are more of your preference, check pricing for Tokyo, Tokyo, and Osaka.

  • 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 Melbourne from $269 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 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 $1,717
    Fly from Cairns to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport starting at $3,341
    Fly from Cairns to Port Moresby starting at $3,447
    Fly from Cairns to Sydney starting at $3,533

  • 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 Wednesday afternoons when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Sunday evenings 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 87 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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