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CNS — BNE
17 Feb — 24 Feb1
Return
1 adult
Economy
The best prices from Cairns to Brisbane are usually found in May or March, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday
Cheap 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 12 February 2025.
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 12 February 2025.
Tue 25/216:05CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Fri 28/206:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 11/2$193
Sun 9/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/308:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$216
Fri 14/317:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 16/320:50BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/2$239
Thu 6/312:45CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 10/315:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/2$380
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 12 February 2025.
Tue 25/216:05CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Fri 28/206:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 11/2$193
Sun 9/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/308:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$216
Fri 14/317:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 16/320:50BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/2$239
Thu 6/312:45CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 10/315:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/2$380
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 12 February 2025.
Tue 25/216:05CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Fri 28/206:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 11/2$193
Sun 9/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/308:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$216
Fri 14/317:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 16/320:50BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/2$239
Thu 6/312:45CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 10/309:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/2$380
Last-minute flights from Cairns to Brisbane
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cairns to Brisbane. Data last updated 12 February 2025 and is based on user searches.
Tue 18/217:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/219:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$259
Tue 18/206:40CNS - BNE
1 stop6h 50mJetstar
Sat 22/219:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 11/2$317
Tue 25/216:05CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Fri 28/206:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 11/2$193
Thu 6/312:45CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 10/315:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/2$380
Sun 9/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/308:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$216
Fri 14/317:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 16/320:50BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/2$239
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 12 February 2025.
Sun 23/206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 10/2$99
Fri 16/506:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/2$118
Sun 20/412:45CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/2$220
Sat 1/318:20CNS - BNE
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$244
Find flights from Cairns to Brisbane within your budget
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 12 February 2025.
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Depart
Return
Price
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Tue 25/2
16:05-18:15
Nonstop2h 10m
Brisbane
Fri 28/2
06:00-08:20
Nonstop2h 20m
$193
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Sun 9/3
06:00-08:15
Nonstop2h 15m
Brisbane
Sun 16/3
08:35-11:00
Nonstop2h 25m
$216
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Fri 14/3
17:20-19:40
Nonstop2h 20m
Brisbane
Sun 16/3
20:50-23:15
Nonstop2h 25m
$239
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Thu 6/3
12:45-15:00
Nonstop2h 15m
Brisbane
Mon 10/3
15:40-18:00
Nonstop2h 20m
$380
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Sun 23/2
06:00-08:15
Nonstop2h 15m
$99
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Fri 16/5
06:00-08:15
Nonstop2h 15m
$118
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Sun 20/4
12:45-14:55
Nonstop2h 10m
$220
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Sat 1/3
18:20-19:00
1 stop24h 40m
$244
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Deals found on 10/2
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Travel insights for flights from Cairns to Brisbane
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cairns to Brisbane including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
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 7 February 2025.
Booking 71 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Cairns to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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 12 February 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Cairns to Brisbane in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 57% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.
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 10 February 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Brisbane flight should consider departing on Monday 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.
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 12 February 2025.
The most flights from CNS to BNE are scheduled on a Monday (44 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).
Rainfall in Brisbane by month
Plan your trip to Brisbane by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Brisbane ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Brisbane when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.
Temperature in Brisbane by month
Plan your trip to Brisbane by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Brisbane, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.0 C).
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 12 February 2025.
Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.
Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.
Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.
Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.
Related info for your journey
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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 4 different airlines have flights from Cairns (CNS) to Brisbane (BNE) on a regular basis. There are 34 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 4,898 times in the past calendar month.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Brisbane round-trip?
According to our current data, Jetstar ($193), Virgin Australia ($239), and Qantas Airways ($380) offers the cheapest pricing from Cairns to Brisbane. These flights start at 25% 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 $99. Users have also found prices from $118 and $220 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: United Airlines (97%), Air Canada (94%), Qatar Airways (88%).
What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Brisbane?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Cairns to Brisbane? While on average our users pay $305, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $100. The most popular route (Cairns - Brisbane), is priced around $193.
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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Cairns to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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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