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Cheap flights from Cairns to Australia from $138

CNS — SYD
2 Nov — 9 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Australia

Sun 15/1106:00 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Sun 22/1106:40 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 29/9$190
Thu 3/1209:45 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Sat 5/1206:40 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Deal found 30/9$200
Thu 10/1209:45 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Tue 15/1206:40 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Deal found 29/9$209
Sat 21/1109:40 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Sun 22/1106:40 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 29/9$225
Tue 10/1106:00 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Thu 12/1114:55 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 30/9$229
Thu 3/1206:00 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Sat 5/1214:55 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 30/9$236
Fri 23/1006:45 -
Nonstop3h 00m
Sun 25/1006:20 -
Nonstop3h 00m
Deal found 28/9$242
Sat 21/1109:45 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Sun 22/1106:40 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Deal found 1/10$249
Sat 28/1109:45 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Sun 29/1106:40 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Deal found 3/10$253
Sun 15/1109:45 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Sun 22/1106:40 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Deal found 1/10$256
Fri 4/1209:45 -
Nonstop3h 30m
Sun 13/1206:15 -
Nonstop3h 15m
Deal found 30/9$256
Thu 10/1219:10 -
Nonstop3h 25m
Fri 11/1206:15 -
Nonstop3h 15m
Deal found 29/9$259

Find flight deals from Cairns to Australia

Round-trip from

$190

One-way from

$138

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$363

Good round-trip deal

$237 or less

Good one-way deal

$157 or less
Jetstar
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  • 15/11-22/11
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 35m total
  • Cairns to Australia
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/2-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Cairns to Australia
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CairnsCoolangatta

CNS Cairns - OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast

CNSOOL

Cairns

Mon 15/2

09:45-12:00

Nonstop2h 15m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$138

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 31/12

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$141

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Sat 26/12

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$143

CairnsSydney

CNS Cairns - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

CNSSYD

Cairns

Wed 21/10

06:45-10:45

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$151

CairnsSydney

CNS Cairns - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

CNSSYD

Cairns

Wed 16/12

06:40-10:40

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$154

CairnsCoolangatta

CNS Cairns - OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast

CNSOOL

Cairns

Tue 12/1

09:45-12:00

Nonstop2h 15m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$155

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Tue 29/12

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$157

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 21/10

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$160

CairnsAdelaide

CNS Cairns - ADL Adelaide

CNSADL

Cairns

Thu 3/12

10:20-14:00

Nonstop3h 10m

Adelaide

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$170

CairnsSydney

CNS Cairns - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

CNSSYD

Cairns

Sun 18/10

06:45-10:45

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$173

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to Australia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Australia?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Australia (average of $278). Flying from Cairns to Australia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CNS to AU?

When flying from Cairns to Australia, 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 39% versus a flight at midday.

How often are flights from Cairns to Australia delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between Cairns and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 100 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cairns to Australia flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cairns to Australia flights?

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cairns to Australia?

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cairns to Australia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cairns to Australia?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Australia flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cairns to Australia, such as Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
479 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

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
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
479 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
479 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,101 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
479 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

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
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
570 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
479 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to Australia?

    If you book a flight to Australia from Cairns, you will be flying from Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 4.4 km from the centre of Cairns.

  • How popular is this Cairns to Australia flight route?

    Within the past month, 1,136 users have taken a look at flights from Cairns to Australia.

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to Australia?

    Airlines like Jetstar and Virgin Australia fly from Cairns to Australia in about 2h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 20m. The distance between Cairns and Australia is about 1392 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to Australia one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Cairns to Australia are Jetstar ($84), Virgin Australia ($110), and Rex ($135).

  • What are the most popular routes from Cairns to Australia?

    Most travellers choose Cairns - Sydney Kingsford Smith, Cairns - Melbourne or Cairns - Brisbane when deciding on the best route from Cairns to Australia.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Australia?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Cairns to Australia on time: IndiGo (76%), Qatar Airways (74%), Air Canada (74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Australia?

    On average you can expect to pay $344 for a flight from Cairns to Australia. The cheapest flight overall is $124 while the most popular route, (Cairns - Sydney Kingsford Smith) is currently priced at $232.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Australia.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Australia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Australia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Australia (average of $278). Flying from Cairns to Australia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Cairns to Australia

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$93Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$123Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$187Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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AirnorthCheapest$317Average$726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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