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Cheap flights from Brisbane to Cairns from $101

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 30/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNE — CNS
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Brisbane to Cairns are usually found in March or May, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$176

One-way from

$101

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$269

Good round-trip deal

$202 or less

Good one-way deal

$125 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/10-19/10
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 30m total
  • Brisbane to Cairns
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 30/11
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 25m total
  • Brisbane to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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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 16 September 2025.

Tue 7/1006:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Tue 14/1015:35CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Deal found 12/9$177
Wed 8/1018:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Sun 12/1006:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$179
Wed 8/1018:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Sat 11/1006:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Deal found 13/9$182
Thu 9/1018:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Sun 12/1006:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Deal found 13/9$183
Wed 19/1118:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Mon 24/1109:55CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$191
Thu 30/1006:10BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Wed 12/1117:20CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/9$192
Thu 16/1006:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Mon 20/1006:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$194
Wed 29/1018:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1109:15CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$197
Mon 6/1006:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Fri 10/1006:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$198

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 16 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Brisbane to Cairns that are best for you.

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Brisbane

Fly to

Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Thu 9/10

06:00-08:25

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Sun 12/10

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$179

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Sat 18/10

06:00-08:25

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Sun 19/10

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$179

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Tue 14/10

18:35-20:55

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Sat 18/10

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$179

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Wed 8/10

18:35-20:55

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Sun 12/10

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$179

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Sat 22/11

11:35-14:00

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Tue 25/11

06:00-08:20

Nonstop2h 20m

$198

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Fri 21/11

20:40-23:05

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Sun 23/11

11:40-14:00

Nonstop2h 20m

$198

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Thu 30/10

06:10-08:35

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Thu 6/11

14:40-17:00

Nonstop2h 20m

$198

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Mon 6/10

06:00-08:25

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Fri 10/10

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$198

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Wed 29/10

14:15-16:40

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Wed 5/11

11:40-14:00

Nonstop2h 20m

$200

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Fri 7/11

08:35-11:00

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Sun 9/11

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

$209

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Best time to book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Brisbane to Cairns

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 12 September 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Brisbane to Cairns, you should look to book at least 64 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns (average of $166). Flying from Brisbane to Cairns in October is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 16 September 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 19% 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 14 September 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.

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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 16 September 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.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

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
416 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

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
905 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

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
474 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Brisbane to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 20m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 48 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 7,505 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Brisbane to Cairns?

    For as low as $179, Jetstar can have you in Cairns from Brisbane in 2h 25m. 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 $114, 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 52% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Brisbane to Cairns?

    Consider Jetstar (86%), United Airlines (79%) or China Eastern (78%) 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 $430, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $95. The most popular route (Brisbane - Cairns), is priced around $131.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Brisbane to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Brisbane to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Brisbane to Cairns?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Brisbane to Cairns.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns (average of $166). Flying from Brisbane to Cairns in October is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Brisbane to Cairns

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 16 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$116Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$132Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$196Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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