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CNS — BNE
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cairns to Brisbane are usually found in March or June, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Brisbane
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Brisbane. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.
Fri 26/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$254
Tue 16/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1211:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$278
Thu 11/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Thu 11/1215:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$290
Tue 9/1212:05CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Thu 11/1208:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$298
Tue 16/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Wed 17/1207:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$299
Mon 8/1209:55CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1220:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$301
Tue 30/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/120:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$307
Tue 30/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Tue 6/118:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$319
Wed 17/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Thu 18/1211:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$322
Fri 19/1209:55CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Fri 16/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$340
Mon 8/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1206:10BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$351
Tue 16/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Tue 16/1218:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$363
Best flights from Cairns to Brisbane
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cairns to Brisbane that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Thu 22/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sun 25/108:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$177
Wed 11/217:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Sat 14/208:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$180
Fri 26/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$254
Sat 17/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 24/115:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$181
Sun 18/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sun 25/108:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$181
Thu 14/511:50CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mVirgin Australia
Sun 17/520:50BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/12$207
Wed 11/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Wed 18/317:30BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$194
Fri 13/317:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 15/320:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/12$237
Tue 20/111:40CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 21/108:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$269
Sat 24/115:45CNS - BNE
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/108:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$336
Sun 18/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/107:35BNE - CNS
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$357
Wed 28/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Sat 31/107:05BNE - CNS
1 stop7h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/12$328
Direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane
Explore direct flight options from Cairns to Brisbane based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Sat 24/114:25CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Tue 27/108:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$175
Thu 22/109:55CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 25/108:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$177
Fri 30/114:25CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/220:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$178
Wed 11/217:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Sat 14/208:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/12$180
Sat 17/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 24/115:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$181
Fri 16/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Fri 23/115:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$183
Sun 18/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sun 25/108:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$185
Fri 16/117:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$186
Fri 16/117:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/115:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$191
Last-minute flights from Cairns to Brisbane
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cairns to Brisbane. Data last updated 5 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 1/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Thu 8/108:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$239
Sat 17/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 24/115:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$181
Sun 18/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sun 25/108:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$180
Mon 19/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Tue 20/118:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$172
Mon 19/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 24/115:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$189
Thu 22/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sun 25/108:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$177
Sat 24/114:25CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Tue 27/108:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$175
Wed 28/114:25CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 31/108:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$174
Fri 30/114:25CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/220:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$178
Sat 31/114:40CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 4/211:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/12$248
One-way flights from Cairns to Brisbane
Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to Brisbane. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Sat 7/214:40CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$107
Fri 6/217:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 4/12$109
Thu 15/117:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/12$112
Tue 16/1215:45CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 1/12$113
Wed 14/117:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$115
Wed 14/112:05CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$116
Wed 10/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$118
Sun 22/217:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/12$122
Wed 10/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/12$124
Mon 8/1209:55CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$127
Wed 17/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$129
Sat 21/214:40CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 4/12$132
Find flight deals from Cairns to Brisbane
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Brisbane (BNE). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Brisbane that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
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Cairns
Fly to
Brisbane
Route
Depart
Return
Price
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Thu 22/1
06:00-08:15
Nonstop2h 15m
Brisbane
Sun 25/1
08:55-11:20
Nonstop2h 25m
$177
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Wed 11/2
17:20-19:40
Nonstop2h 20m
Brisbane
Sat 14/2
08:35-11:00
Nonstop2h 25m
$180
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Sat 17/1
06:00-08:15
Nonstop2h 15m
Brisbane
Sat 24/1
15:00-17:15
Nonstop2h 15m
$181
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Sun 18/1
06:00-08:15
Nonstop2h 15m
Brisbane
Sun 25/1
08:55-11:20
Nonstop2h 25m
$181
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Wed 11/3
06:00-08:15
Nonstop2h 15m
Brisbane
Wed 18/3
17:30-19:50
Nonstop2h 20m
$194
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Thu 14/5
11:50-14:05
Nonstop2h 15m
Brisbane
Sun 17/5
20:50-23:20
Nonstop2h 30m
$207
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Fri 13/3
17:20-19:40
Nonstop2h 20m
Brisbane
Sun 15/3
20:40-23:05
Nonstop2h 25m
$237
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Fri 26/12
06:00-08:20
Nonstop2h 20m
Brisbane
Thu 1/1
07:05-09:20
Nonstop2h 15m
$254
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Tue 20/1
11:40-14:00
Nonstop2h 20m
Brisbane
Wed 21/1
08:35-11:00
Nonstop2h 25m
$269
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Wed 28/1
06:00-08:20
Nonstop2h 20m
Brisbane
Sat 31/1
07:05-14:55
1 stop7h 50m
$328
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cairns to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2025.
Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cairns to Brisbane. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane (average of $97). Flying from Cairns to Brisbane in July 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 BNE?
Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Brisbane. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Cairns to Brisbane in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 52% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Cairns to Brisbane?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on 29 November 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Brisbane flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Brisbane
Explore weekly flight availability from Cairns to Brisbane. 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 5 December 2025.
The most flights from CNS to BNE are scheduled on a Wednesday (49 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 on average).
How often are flights from Cairns to Brisbane delayed?
About 14% of weekly flights between Cairns and Brisbane have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 102 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Cairns to Brisbane flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday 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 Brisbane flights?
Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Brisbane
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Brisbane. 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 Brisbane. Reviews last updated 5 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cairns to Brisbane, such as Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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What airports do I use to fly from Cairns to Brisbane?
You will need to book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane if you want to fly from Cairns to Brisbane. At least 3 different airlines have flights from Cairns (CNS) to Brisbane (BNE) on a regular basis. There are 36 flights to Brisbane from the Cairns airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from CNS to BNE to be around 2h 10m.
How popular is this Cairns to Brisbane flight route?
Flights from Cairns to Brisbane have been viewed 4,412 times in the past calendar month.
How long is the flight from Cairns to Brisbane?
For as low as $177, Jetstar can have you in Brisbane from Cairns in 2h 15m. The distance between Cairns and Brisbane is about 1392 km. Most flights are nonstop.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Brisbane round-trip?
According to our current data, Jetstar ($95), Virgin Australia ($133), and Qantas Airways ($194) offers the cheapest pricing from Cairns to Brisbane. These flights start at 62% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to Brisbane one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $83. Users have also found prices from $101 and $179 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Brisbane?
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 Brisbane on time: Air Canada (96%), United Airlines (94%), China Eastern (84%).
What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Brisbane?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Cairns to Brisbane? While on average our users pay $581, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $101. The most popular route (Cairns - Brisbane), is priced around $175.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Brisbane?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Brisbane 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 Brisbane?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane (average of $97). Flying from Cairns to Brisbane in July 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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