Cheap flights from Cairns to Brisbane from $97
This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 7/12. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
The best prices from Cairns to Brisbane are usually found in May or February, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday
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How to find the cheapest flight from Cairns (CNS) to Brisbane (BNE)
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 8 December 2023.
Popular in | December |
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Cheapest in | May |
Round-trip from | $389 |
One-way from | $163 |
What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cairns to Brisbane?
Leaving on a Tuesday 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 16% on the overall cost on flights from Cairns to Brisbane.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane?
To save up to 76% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 55 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 $330 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $412 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Brisbane?
May can be a great time to fly to Brisbane from Cairns with a flight ticket averaging about $299. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as $111. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Brisbane (CNS - BNE)?
It’s optimal to fly from Cairns to Brisbane in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 61% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.
Cheap Jetstar flights from Cairns to Brisbane
Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Cairns and Brisbane. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 623,358 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Jetstar flights we've found from Cairns to Brisbane. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Brisbane
Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Cairns and Brisbane. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 623,358 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Qantas Airways flights departing from Cairns and landing in Brisbane. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Cheap Cairns to Brisbane flights in December & January 2023
Find cheap flight options from Cairns to Brisbane specifically for the months of December and January 2023. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 623,358 searches. Prices were last updated on 8 December 2023.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Cairns to Brisbane in 2023. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Cairns to Brisbane 2023 flight deals
Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and Brisbane in 2023. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 623,358 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Cairns to Brisbane in 2023. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Direct flights to Brisbane from Cairns
Discover direct flight options from Cairns to Brisbane. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 623,358 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Take a look at some of the direct flights travelling from Cairns to Brisbane in the near future. Users seeking other options on flights from Cairns to Brisbane should update the search form at the top of the page.
Cairns to Brisbane flights leaving soon
Find last-minute flight options from Cairns to Brisbane for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 623,358 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Cairns to Brisbane. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
One-way flights to Brisbane from Cairns
Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to Brisbane. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 623,358 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Cairns to Brisbane. Users can also find round-trip Cairns to Brisbane flights by using the search form above.
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 623,358 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
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Fri 26/1
Nonstop2h 15m
Brisbane
Mon 29/1
Nonstop2h 15m
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Sun 21/1
Nonstop2h 10m
Brisbane
Thu 25/1
Nonstop2h 15m
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Mon 5/2
Nonstop2h 20m
Brisbane
Fri 9/2
Nonstop2h 20m
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Sat 20/1
Nonstop2h 10m
Brisbane
Wed 24/1
Nonstop2h 25m
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Fri 26/1
Nonstop2h 10m
Brisbane
Mon 29/1
Nonstop2h 15m
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Mon 22/1
Nonstop2h 15m
Brisbane
Wed 31/1
Nonstop2h 15m
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Wed 6/3
Nonstop2h 10m
Brisbane
Sun 10/3
Nonstop2h 15m
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Sat 6/1
Nonstop2h 20m
Brisbane
Wed 10/1
Nonstop2h 15m
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Sat 6/1
Nonstop2h 20m
Brisbane
Wed 10/1
Nonstop2h 20m
Average price of flights to Brisbane by month
Plan your trip from Cairns to Brisbane by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cairns to Brisbane is currently 113.41 AUD while a return flight costs 244.91 AUD. Price data was last updated on 3 December 2023.
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane (average of $168). Flying from Cairns to Brisbane in December is currently the most expensive (average of $212). 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.
January
$307
February
$260
March
$266
April
$265
May
$256
June
$277
July
$284
August
$277
September
$289
October
$269
November
$281
December
$322
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 8 December 2023.
See what other customers who have flown with Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia from Cairns to Brisbane have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Staff from Mel to Syd, were terrible at their job and nearly made me miss my flight which hadn’t even boarded yet. Staff from Syd to Ballina were amazing, kept us all up to date and made a stressful flight change run smooth.
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Staff from Mel to Syd, were terrible at their job and nearly made me miss my flight which hadn’t even boarded yet. Staff from Syd to Ballina were amazing, kept us all up to date and made a stressful flight change run smooth.
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Comfort
Food
Entertainment
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Staff from Mel to Syd, were terrible at their job and nearly made me miss my flight which hadn’t even boarded yet. Staff from Syd to Ballina were amazing, kept us all up to date and made a stressful flight change run smooth.
Crew
Boarding
Comfort
Food
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Staff from Mel to Syd, were terrible at their job and nearly made me miss my flight which hadn’t even boarded yet. Staff from Syd to Ballina were amazing, kept us all up to date and made a stressful flight change run smooth.
Crew
Boarding
Comfort
Food
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Staff from Mel to Syd, were terrible at their job and nearly made me miss my flight which hadn’t even boarded yet. Staff from Syd to Ballina were amazing, kept us all up to date and made a stressful flight change run smooth.
Crew
Boarding
Comfort
Food
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Staff from Mel to Syd, were terrible at their job and nearly made me miss my flight which hadn’t even boarded yet. Staff from Syd to Ballina were amazing, kept us all up to date and made a stressful flight change run smooth.
Average temperature in Brisbane by month
Plan your trip to Brisbane by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. January sees the highest average temperature while July sees the lowest average temperature. Temperature data was last updated on 3 December 2023.
BNE Temperature | 15 - 25 °C |
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Average rainfall in Brisbane by month
Keep in mind the precipitation totals in Brisbane by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. Brisbane sees an average of 95.00 precipitation per year with the most occurring in February. Precipitation data was last updated on 3 December 2023.
BNE Rainfall | 30 - 170 mm |
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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 3 different airlines have flights from Cairns (CNS) to Brisbane (BNE) on a regular basis. There are 32 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.
Can I find flights from Cairns to Brisbane for under $200 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Brisbane for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $199, but on average you can expect to pay $307.
Are there direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane for under $200 on Cheapflights?
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 $294.
Are there last-minute flights available from Cairns to Brisbane for under $400?
There are currently 20+ open flights from Cairns to Brisbane within the next 7 days for less than $400.
What days are direct flights available from Cairns to Brisbane?
Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Monday, Friday.
How popular is this Cairns to Brisbane flight route?
Flights from Cairns to Brisbane have been viewed 2,539 times in the past calendar month.
How many flights depart from Cairns to Brisbane on average per day?
Travellers can expect 4 flights from Cairns to Brisbane on average per day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 100% of flight departures
How long is the flight from Cairns to Brisbane?
For as low as $199, Jetstar can have you in Brisbane from Cairns in 2h 15m. The distance between Cairns and Brisbane is about 1400 km. Most flights are nonstop.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Brisbane round-trip?
According to our current data, Jetstar ($199), and Virgin Australia ($211) offers the cheapest pricing from Cairns to Brisbane. These flights start at 33% 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 $97. Users have also found prices from $106 and $163 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cairns to Brisbane?
Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia are the most popular airlines when flying from Cairns to Brisbane.
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: Fiji Airways (97%), Air Canada (96%), China Southern (93%).
What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Brisbane?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Cairns to Brisbane? While on average our users pay $550, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $113. The most popular route (Cairns - Brisbane), is priced around $198.
What does CNS to BNE mean?
Cairns Airport is CNS and Brisbane Airport is BNE. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.