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Cheap flights from Cairns to Australia from $117

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 14/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — SYD
20 Aug — 27 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 15 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$182

One-way from

$117

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$261

Good round-trip deal

$179 or less

Good one-way deal

$124 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/9-17/9
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 35m total
  • Cairns to Australia
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Cairns to Australia
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High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 August 2025.

Sat 13/915:35CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Wed 17/906:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 13/8$182
Sat 13/915:35CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 14/906:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 12/8$187
Tue 2/906:45CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sat 6/919:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 14/8$190
Mon 8/906:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Tue 9/906:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 14/8$195
Thu 11/906:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Mon 15/906:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 12/8$196
Tue 2/906:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sat 6/906:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 12/8$198
Thu 13/1117:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Sat 28/214:15BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/8$199
Wed 10/906:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Wed 10/918:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 14/8$202
Thu 23/1017:25CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/1006:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8$204
Fri 5/919:00CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 9/906:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 15/8$204
Thu 11/906:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 14/906:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 12/8$205
Wed 20/805:45CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sun 24/819:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 15/8$209

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Fly from

Cairns

Fly to

Australia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Sat 13/9

15:35-17:45

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 17/9

06:00-08:25

Nonstop2h 25m

$182

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Sat 13/9

15:35-17:45

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sun 14/9

06:00-08:25

Nonstop2h 25m

$189

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 23/10

17:25-19:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sat 25/10

14:15-16:45

Nonstop2h 30m

$190

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Tue 2/9

06:45-09:45

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/9

19:45-22:50

Nonstop3h 05m

$190

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Tue 14/10

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sat 18/10

06:00-08:25

Nonstop2h 25m

$192

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Mon 8/9

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Tue 9/9

06:00-08:25

Nonstop2h 25m

$195

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 6/11

06:00-08:20

Nonstop2h 20m

Brisbane

Mon 10/11

06:10-08:35

Nonstop2h 25m

$198

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Tue 11/11

14:40-17:00

Nonstop2h 20m

Brisbane

Sat 15/11

11:35-14:00

Nonstop2h 25m

$198

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 11/2

14:40-17:00

Nonstop2h 20m

Brisbane

Sat 14/2

08:35-11:00

Nonstop2h 25m

$198

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 13/11

17:20-19:40

Nonstop2h 20m

Brisbane

Mon 17/11

20:40-23:05

Nonstop2h 25m

$198

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Australia

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Australia (average of $129). Flying from Cairns to Australia in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 August 2025.

When flying from Cairns to Australia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Australia

Explore weekly flight availability from Cairns to Australia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 15 August 2025.

The most flights from CNS to AU0 are scheduled on a Thursday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 to Australia. Reviews last updated 15 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cairns to Australia, such as Rex, Qantas Airways, andVirgin Australia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
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Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Overall

9.4

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Overall

9.4

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Overall

9.4

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
411 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Overall

9.4

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
463 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Overall

9.4

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

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

Related info for your journey

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  • 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, 2,373 users have taken a look at flights from Cairns to Australia.

  • 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: Qantas Airways (79%), Air Canada (77%), Qatar Airways (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Australia?

    On average you can expect to pay $314 for a flight from Cairns to Australia. The cheapest flight overall is $109 while the most popular route, (Cairns - Sydney Kingsford Smith) is currently priced at $190.

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Australia (average of $129). Flying from Cairns to Australia in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to Australia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 15 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$118Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$145Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$197Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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AirnorthCheapest$361Average$811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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