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BNE — CNS
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Brisbane to Cairns are usually found in March or February, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday
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Cheapest flights from Brisbane to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Brisbane to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 December 2025.
Wed 31/1207:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 31/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 26/12$289
Wed 31/1207:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Wed 7/112:05CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 26/12$345
Wed 31/1206:10BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12$394
Wed 31/1207:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 3/109:55CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Deal found 26/12$429
Tue 30/1218:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Tue 6/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/12$433
Tue 30/1218:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Fri 2/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 27/12$454
Tue 30/1218:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Mon 5/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 26/12$457
Wed 31/1207:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sun 4/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 26/12$460
Sun 28/1207:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Wed 14/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 26/12$490
Sun 28/1207:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 10/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 26/12$540
Best flights from Brisbane to Cairns
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Brisbane to Cairns that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 28 December 2025.
Thu 22/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sun 25/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/12$177
Wed 25/308:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/312:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12$177
Thu 26/208:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Mon 2/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/12$180
Mon 26/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/117:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12$179
Mon 9/220:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 12/217:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/12$180
Wed 25/317:30BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Mon 30/312:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Deal found 28/12$182
Thu 26/314:15BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/312:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12$179
Sat 17/117:30BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Mon 19/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 27/12$182
Tue 27/120:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12$179
Tue 27/108:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Tue 3/206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/12$183
Thu 22/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12$182
Sat 17/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12$185
Direct flights from Brisbane to Cairns
Explore direct flight options from Brisbane to Cairns based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 28 December 2025.
Tue 10/215:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12$174
Wed 21/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 24/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/12$176
Thu 22/108:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Sun 25/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/12$177
Fri 6/208:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/217:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12$179
Sat 17/117:30BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Mon 19/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 27/12$182
Sat 24/115:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 31/112:05CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 27/12$183
Mon 12/106:10BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12$185
Sun 1/320:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Wed 4/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/12$186
Mon 2/215:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Wed 4/206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 27/12$188
Wed 14/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 17/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 27/12$189
Mon 19/106:10BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Mon 19/117:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/12$190
Last-minute flights from Brisbane to Cairns
Discover last-minute flight deals from Brisbane to Cairns. Data last updated 28 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Sat 10/117:30BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Mon 26/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/12$198
Mon 12/106:10BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12$185
Mon 12/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Mon 19/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/12$190
Wed 14/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 17/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 27/12$189
Sat 17/117:30BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Mon 19/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 27/12$182
Mon 19/106:10BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/115:45CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12$179
Wed 21/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 24/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/12$176
Thu 22/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sun 25/106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/12$177
Sat 24/115:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 31/112:05CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 27/12$183
One-way flights from Brisbane to Cairns
Search for one-way flight options from Brisbane to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 28 December 2025.
Sat 17/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/12$109
Thu 8/106:10BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/12$110
Sun 1/208:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 28/12$112
Sun 8/208:55BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 26/12$113
Thu 26/207:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 26/12$115
Sun 11/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 25/12$116
Wed 7/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 27/12$126
Sat 24/114:15BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/12$129
Sun 18/107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 27/12$141
Find flight deals from Brisbane to Cairns
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS). 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 28 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Brisbane to Cairns 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 28 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Brisbane to Cairns that are best for you.
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Brisbane
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Cairns
Route
Depart
Return
Price
BrisbaneCairns
BNE - CNS
BNECNS
Brisbane
Thu 22/1
07:05-09:20
Nonstop2h 15m
Cairns
Sun 25/1
06:00-08:15
Nonstop2h 15m
$177
BrisbaneCairns
BNE - CNS
BNECNS
Brisbane
Wed 25/3
08:35-11:00
Nonstop2h 25m
Cairns
Mon 30/3
12:00-14:10
Nonstop2h 10m
$177
BrisbaneCairns
BNE - CNS
BNECNS
Brisbane
Mon 26/1
07:05-09:20
Nonstop2h 15m
Cairns
Fri 30/1
17:20-19:40
Nonstop2h 20m
$179
BrisbaneCairns
BNE - CNS
BNECNS
Brisbane
Thu 26/3
14:15-16:40
Nonstop2h 25m
Cairns
Mon 30/3
12:00-14:10
Nonstop2h 10m
$179
BrisbaneCairns
BNE - CNS
BNECNS
Brisbane
Tue 27/1
20:40-23:05
Nonstop2h 25m
Cairns
Sat 31/1
06:00-08:15
Nonstop2h 15m
$179
BrisbaneCairns
BNE - CNS
BNECNS
Brisbane
Thu 26/2
08:35-11:00
Nonstop2h 25m
Cairns
Mon 2/3
06:00-08:20
Nonstop2h 20m
$180
BrisbaneCairns
BNE - CNS
BNECNS
Brisbane
Mon 9/2
20:40-23:05
Nonstop2h 25m
Cairns
Thu 12/2
17:20-19:40
Nonstop2h 20m
$180
BrisbaneCairns
BNE - CNS
BNECNS
Brisbane
Wed 25/3
17:30-19:50
Nonstop2h 20m
Cairns
Mon 30/3
12:00-14:10
Nonstop2h 10m
$182
BrisbaneCairns
BNE - CNS
BNECNS
Brisbane
Sat 17/1
17:30-19:50
Nonstop2h 20m
Cairns
Mon 19/1
06:00-08:15
Nonstop2h 15m
$182
BrisbaneCairns
BNE - CNS
BNECNS
Brisbane
Thu 22/1
07:05-09:20
Nonstop2h 15m
Cairns
Tue 27/1
06:00-08:20
Nonstop2h 20m
$182
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Best time to book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Brisbane to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 26 December 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Brisbane to Cairns, you should look to book at least 37 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns (average of $83). Flying from Brisbane to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $137). 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 BNE to CNS?
Find hourly flight availability from Brisbane to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 December 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Brisbane to Cairns at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Brisbane to Cairns?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Brisbane to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 20 December 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Brisbane to Cairns flight should consider departing on Thursday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Brisbane to Cairns
Explore weekly flight availability from Brisbane to Cairns. 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 28 December 2025.
The most flights from BNE to CNS are scheduled on a Friday (50 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (33 on average).
How often are flights from Brisbane to Cairns delayed?
About 20% of weekly flights between Brisbane and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 97 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Brisbane to Cairns flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night 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 Brisbane to Cairns flights?
Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.
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 28 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar
from Brisbane to Cairns. 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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Related info for your journey
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What airports do I use to fly from Brisbane to Cairns?
To fly from Brisbane to Cairns, you need to book a flight from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS). Nonstop flights to Cairns from Brisbane take 2h 15m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 44 outbound flights from Brisbane to Cairns offered by 3 different airlines.
How popular is this Brisbane to Cairns flight route?
Flights from Brisbane to Cairns have been viewed 6,618 times in the past calendar month.
How long is the flight from Brisbane to Cairns?
For as low as $177, Jetstar can have you in Cairns from Brisbane in 2h 15m. Brisbane and Cairns are separated by a distance of 1392 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Brisbane to Cairns round-trip?
Jetstar, at $90, was found to be the cheapest airline from Brisbane to Cairns.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Users have found that Jetstar is 62% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Brisbane to Cairns one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $80. Users have also found prices from $97 and $172 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Brisbane to Cairns?
Consider Cathay Pacific (87%), Air New Zealand (82%) or American Airlines (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Brisbane to Cairns.
What are the cheapest flights from Brisbane to Cairns?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Brisbane to Cairns? While on average our users pay $415, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $96. The most popular route (Brisbane - Cairns), is priced around $162.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Brisbane to Cairns?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Brisbane to Cairns 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 Brisbane to Cairns?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns (average of $83). Flying from Brisbane to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $137). 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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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Brisbane to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 28 December 2025.
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