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$118+ Cheap flights to Cairns

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CNS
23 Nov — 30 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Cairns in 2025

Find the latest flights to Cairns in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 24 October 2025.

Return from

$218

One-way from

$118

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$367

Good round-trip deal

$272 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 7/12-14/12
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 55m total
  • Sydney to Cairns
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 15/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 15m total
  • Sydney to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price.
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in October 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns.
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Cheapest flights to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Cairns. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 24 October 2025.

Sun 7/1206:20SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sun 14/1209:00CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 22/10$218
Thu 11/1206:20SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sun 14/1209:00CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 23/10$220
Mon 1/1206:20SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Mon 8/1218:05CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 22/10$226
Tue 2/1206:20SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1217:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10$229
Sat 6/1206:20SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sat 13/1218:05CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 22/10$231
Wed 3/1215:25SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1217:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10$232
Fri 12/1220:25SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 14/1209:00CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 22/10$234
Tue 4/1106:20SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sun 9/1106:40CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 22/10$237

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Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/12

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Mon 8/12

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

$226

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/12

20:25-22:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Sat 20/12

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

$252

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/12

11:45-13:50

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Thu 18/12

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

$261

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 17/12

20:25-22:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Sun 21/12

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

$261

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/12

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Fri 5/12

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

$269

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/12

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Thu 4/12

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

$275

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/12

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Thu 4/12

17:35-21:35

Nonstop3h 00m

$295

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/12

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Fri 5/12

14:40-22:25

1 stop6h 45m

$304

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/11

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Tue 18/11

06:40-10:40

Nonstop3h 00m

$317

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/12

07:30-11:00

1 stop4h 30m

Cairns

Sun 7/12

17:35-21:35

Nonstop3h 00m

$329

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Best time to book a flight to Cairns

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When is the best time to book a flight to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 17 October 2025.

The best time to book flights to Cairns is 28 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 19 October 2025.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Cairns should consider flying on Saturday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. 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 Cairns. Reviews last updated 24 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar to Australia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
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Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
922 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
477 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

FAQs about flying to Cairns

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns?

    Most people fly into Cairns (CNS) if they book a flight to Cairns. Cairns is conveniently located just 4.4 km from Cairns’s city centre. There are 18 flights from Sydney to Cairns per day from 3 different airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Cairns if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Cairns on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Cairns?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Cairns.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Cairns?

    Cairns is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Cairns. One-way flights to Cairns typically cost $89, while return flights cost around $116.

  • How much is a return flight to Cairns?

    A return flight to Cairns will typically cost around $807, however they can be found for as little as $116.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Cairns depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Cairns, Townsville offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 0 minutes).

  • Does Cairns have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Cairns can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Cairns?

    Yes. Cairns has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Homestay - Butterfly Haven is the closest property to Cairns (0.0 km away from Cairns).

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