Question 1

What days are direct flights available from Cairns to Brisbane?

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Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Tuesday. Find deals

Question 2

How popular is this Cairns to Brisbane flight route?

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Flights from Cairns to Brisbane have been viewed 4,980 times in the past calendar month. Find deals

Question 3

How many flights depart from Cairns to Brisbane on average per day?

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Travellers can expect 2 flights from Cairns to Brisbane on average per day.
Morning (6am - Midday) - 50% of flight departures
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 50% of flight departures Find deals

Question 4

How long is the flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

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For as low as $132, Jetstar can have you in Brisbane from Cairns in 2h 05m. The distance between Cairns and Brisbane is about 1400 km. Most flights are nonstop. Find deals

Question 5

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Brisbane round-trip?

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According to our current data, Jetstar ($132), and Virgin Australia ($211) offers the cheapest pricing from Cairns to Brisbane. These flights start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

Question 6

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

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For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $66. Users have also found prices from $115 and $179 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.

Question 7

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cairns to Brisbane?

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Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Tigerair Australia are the most popular airlines when flying from Cairns to Brisbane.

Question 8

What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Brisbane?

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Looking for the cheapest flight from Cairns to Brisbane? While on average our users pay $244, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $84. The most popular route (Cairns - Brisbane), is priced around $132.

Question 9

What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Brisbane?

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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: China Southern (96%), American Airlines (95%), Emirates (91%).

Question 10

Can I find flights from Cairns to Brisbane for under $200 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Brisbane for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $132, but on average you can expect to pay $184.

Question 11

Are there direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane for under $200 on Cheapflights?

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Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane under $200. A good price for a direct flight from Cairns to Brisbane is less than $184.

Question 12

Are there last-minute flights available from Cairns to Brisbane for under $200?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from Cairns to Brisbane within the next 7 days for less than $200.

Question 13

What airports do I use to fly from Cairns to Brisbane?

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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 33 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 05m.

Question 14

Which airlines flying from Cairns to Brisbane have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

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Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Tigerair Australia are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.

Question 15

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cairns to Brisbane?

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Leaving on a Monday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 8% on the overall cost on flights from Cairns to Brisbane.

Question 16

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

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To save up to 28% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 42 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Cairns to Brisbane from $280 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $316 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Brisbane?

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February can be a great time to fly to Brisbane from Cairns with a flight ticket averaging about $263. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $152. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July.

Question 18

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Brisbane (CNS - BNE)?

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It’s optimal to fly from Cairns to Brisbane in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Popular in	July	High demand for flights, 31% potential price rise
Cheapest in	February	Best time to find cheap flights, 26% potential price drop
Round-trip from	$194	From Cairns to Brisbane
One-way from	$192	One-way flight from Cairns to Brisbane

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$114	Average$240	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	COVID-19 safety	Search Virgin Australia flights
Jetstar	Cheapest$117	Average$204	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Jetstar flights
Tigerair Australia	Cheapest$143	Average$219	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	COVID-19 safety	Search Tigerair Australia flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$195	Average$364	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Qantas Airways flights

29%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
26%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
45%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	33daily flights
Monday	33daily flights
Tuesday	34daily flights
Wednesday	34daily flights
Thursday	37daily flights
Friday	38daily flights
Saturday	26daily flights

Cheap flights from Cairns to Brisbane

The best prices from Cairns to Brisbane are usually found in February or March, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Cairns to Brisbane

All the information you need to plan the best CNS to BNE flight in 2022: compare Cairns to Brisbane flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Brisbane.

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