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CBR — CNS
10 Jan — 17 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Canberra to Cairns are usually found in March or November, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Thursday
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Cheapest flights from Canberra to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Canberra to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 December 2025.
Mon 15/1218:55CBR - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Fri 19/1223:55CNS - CBR
1 stop9h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$572
Wed 24/1218:55CBR - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Sun 28/1211:45CNS - CBR
1 stop10h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/12$587
Fri 26/1218:55CBR - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Tue 30/1223:55CNS - CBR
1 stop12h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/12$623
Best flights from Canberra to Cairns
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Canberra to Cairns that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 11 December 2025.
Fri 23/106:35CBR - CNS
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Fri 30/106:00CNS - CBR
1 stop4h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 8/12$578
Sun 4/106:35CBR - CNS
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/109:45CNS - CBR
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$645
Wed 24/1218:55CBR - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Sun 28/1211:45CNS - CBR
1 stop10h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/12$587
Sun 26/407:05CBR - CNS
1 stop11h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 29/413:40CNS - CBR
1 stop8h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 8/12$608
Sun 4/106:35CBR - CNS
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Sun 11/114:25CNS - CBR
1 stop7h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/12$615
Last-minute flights from Canberra to Cairns
Discover last-minute flight deals from Canberra to Cairns. Data last updated 11 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Mon 15/1218:55CBR - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Fri 19/1223:55CNS - CBR
1 stop9h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$572
Wed 24/1218:55CBR - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Sun 28/1211:45CNS - CBR
1 stop10h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/12$587
Fri 26/1218:55CBR - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Tue 30/1223:55CNS - CBR
1 stop12h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/12$623
Sun 4/106:35CBR - CNS
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Sun 11/114:25CNS - CBR
1 stop7h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/12$615
Sun 4/106:35CBR - CNS
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/109:45CNS - CBR
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$645
Fri 23/106:35CBR - CNS
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Fri 30/106:00CNS - CBR
1 stop4h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 8/12$578
One-way flights from Canberra to Cairns
Search for one-way flight options from Canberra to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 11 December 2025.
Sun 11/106:35CBR - CNS
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$289
Sun 21/1214:20CBR - CNS
1 stop5h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/12$320
Sun 11/119:05CBR - CNS
2 stops15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$322
Sat 20/1206:35CBR - CNS
1 stop13h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/12$346
Sun 21/1219:05CBR - CNS
3 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$738
Sun 11/114:30CBR - CNS
3 stops21h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/12$1,136
Sat 20/1214:50CBR - CNS
3 stops22h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/12$1,678
Find flight deals from Canberra to Cairns
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Canberra 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 11 December 2025.
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Return
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CanberraCairns
CBR - CNS
CBRCNS
Canberra
Fri 23/1
06:35-11:05
1 stop5h 30m
Cairns
Fri 30/1
06:00-11:40
1 stop4h 40m
$578
CanberraCairns
CBR - CNS
CBRCNS
Canberra
Wed 24/12
18:55-23:55
1 stop6h 00m
Cairns
Sun 28/12
11:45-23:20
1 stop10h 35m
$587
CanberraCairns
CBR - CNS
CBRCNS
Canberra
Sun 26/4
07:05-18:25
1 stop11h 20m
Cairns
Wed 29/4
13:40-22:25
1 stop8h 45m
$608
CanberraCairns
CBR - CNS
CBRCNS
Canberra
Sun 4/1
06:35-11:05
1 stop5h 30m
Cairns
Sun 11/1
14:25-23:15
1 stop7h 50m
$615
CanberraCairns
CBR - CNS
CBRCNS
Canberra
Sun 4/1
06:35-11:05
1 stop5h 30m
Cairns
Sun 11/1
09:45-10:50
2 stops24h 05m
$645
CanberraCairns
CBR - CNS
CBRCNS
Canberra
Sun 11/1
06:35-11:05
1 stop5h 30m
$289
CanberraCairns
CBR - CNS
CBRCNS
Canberra
Sun 21/12
14:20-19:05
1 stop5h 45m
$320
CanberraCairns
CBR - CNS
CBRCNS
Canberra
Sun 11/1
19:05-09:05
2 stops15h 00m
$322
CanberraCairns
CBR - CNS
CBRCNS
Canberra
Sat 20/12
06:35-19:05
1 stop13h 30m
$346
CanberraCairns
CBR - CNS
CBRCNS
Canberra
Sun 21/12
19:05-20:05
3 stops26h 00m
$738
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Best time to book a flight from Canberra to Cairns
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Canberra to Cairns?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Canberra to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.
Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Canberra to Cairns. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Canberra to Cairns?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Cairns (average of $328). Flying from Canberra to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $550). 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 CBR to CNS?
Find hourly flight availability from Canberra 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 11 December 2025.
When flying from Canberra to Cairns, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 69% versus a flight in the evening.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Canberra to Cairns?
Share of one-stop return flights from Canberra to Cairns chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Brisbane (BNE) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 76% of one-stop itineraries from Canberra to Cairns on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Canberra to Cairns?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Canberra to Cairns, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Melbourne (MEL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $573.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Canberra to Cairns?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Canberra to Cairns, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Brisbane (BNE) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 5h 37m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Canberra to Cairns?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Canberra to Cairns, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Brisbane (BNE) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 25m.
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 11 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar
from Canberra 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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How popular is this Canberra to Cairns flight route?
The Canberra to Cairns flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Canberra to Cairns?
For as low as $578, Virgin Australia can have you in Cairns from Canberra in 5h 30m. The distance between Canberra and Cairns is about 2074 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Canberra to Cairns round-trip?
According to our current data, Jetstar ($258), Virgin Australia ($420), and Qantas Airways ($713) offers the cheapest pricing from Canberra to Cairns. Jetstar is currently priced 56% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Canberra to Cairns?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Canberra 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 Canberra to Cairns?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Cairns (average of $328). Flying from Canberra to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $550). 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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