Cheap flights from Hobart to Cairns from $208

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HBA — CNS
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Hobart to Cairns are usually found in February or May, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobart to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobart (HBA) 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 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$478

One-way from

$208

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$529
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 27/10-3/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 15h 30m total
  • Hobart to Cairns
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 20m total
  • Hobart to Cairns
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Hobart to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobart to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Mon 27/1017:50HBA - CNS
1 stop7h 05mVirgin Australia
Mon 3/1111:45CNS - HBA
1 stop8h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/9$478
Wed 12/1119:35HBA - CNS
1 stop13h 45mJetstar
Mon 24/1119:30CNS - HBA
1 stop11h 35mJetstar
Deal found 11/9$483
Sun 26/1021:50HBA - CNS
1 stop27h 05mVirgin Australia
Sun 2/1119:50CNS - HBA
1 stop24h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/9$528
Sat 25/1012:35HBA - CNS
1 stop22h 40mVirgin Australia
Sat 1/1106:00CNS - HBA
1 stop6h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/9$529
Sun 21/913:10HBA - CNS
1 stop7h 10mVirgin Australia
Wed 24/913:05CNS - HBA
1 stop9h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/9$538
Wed 12/1112:50HBA - CNS
2 stops11h 15mVirgin Australia
Mon 24/1123:55CNS - HBA
1 stop20h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/9$561
Sat 25/1016:30HBA - CNS
1 stop7h 35mJetstar
Sat 1/1115:50CNS - HBA
2 stops15h 00mJetstar
Deal found 10/9$573

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Fly from

Hobart

Fly to

Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HobartCairns

HBA - CNS

HBACNS

Hobart

Mon 27/10

17:50-23:55

1 stop7h 05m

Cairns

Mon 3/11

11:45-21:10

1 stop8h 25m

$478

HobartCairns

HBA - CNS

HBACNS

Hobart

Wed 12/11

19:35-08:20

1 stop13h 45m

Cairns

Mon 24/11

19:30-08:05

1 stop11h 35m

$483

HobartCairns

HBA - CNS

HBACNS

Hobart

Sun 26/10

21:50-23:55

1 stop27h 05m

Cairns

Sun 2/11

19:50-21:10

1 stop24h 20m

$528

HobartCairns

HBA - CNS

HBACNS

Hobart

Sat 25/10

12:35-10:15

1 stop22h 40m

Cairns

Sat 1/11

06:00-13:40

1 stop6h 40m

$529

HobartCairns

HBA - CNS

HBACNS

Hobart

Wed 12/11

12:50-23:05

2 stops11h 15m

Cairns

Mon 24/11

23:55-21:10

1 stop20h 15m

$561

HobartCairns

HBA - CNS

HBACNS

Hobart

Sat 25/10

16:30-23:05

1 stop7h 35m

Cairns

Sat 1/11

15:50-07:50

2 stops15h 00m

$573

HobartCairns

HBA - CNS

HBACNS

Hobart

Mon 29/9

08:55-09:45

1 stop24h 50m

Cairns

Fri 10/10

20:30-07:25

1 stop9h 55m

$630

HobartCairns

HBA - CNS

HBACNS

Hobart

Mon 29/9

20:25-18:35

1 stop22h 10m

Cairns

Mon 6/10

19:50-23:10

1 stop26h 20m

$668

HobartCairns

HBA - CNS

HBACNS

Hobart

Wed 15/10

19:30-22:50

1 stop28h 20m

$208

HobartCairns

HBA - CNS

HBACNS

Hobart

Sat 18/10

21:00-08:45

1 stop12h 45m

$208

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 10/9

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Best time to book a flight from Hobart to Cairns

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Hobart to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Hobart to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Hobart to Cairns, you should look to book at least 69 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 Hobart to Cairns?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hobart to Cairns (average of $165). Flying from Hobart 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 HBA to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobart 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 12 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Hobart to Cairns in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 12 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Hobart to Cairns by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

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.

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

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.

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Hobart to Cairns?

    A quick flight from Hobart to Cairns can take about 7h 05m. Virgin Australia provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $478. The distance between Hobart and Cairns is about 2889 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Hobart to Cairns round-trip?

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Cairns, with prices starting at $347. Another option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at $408 round trip. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobart 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 Hobart to Cairns?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hobart to Cairns (average of $165). Flying from Hobart 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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JetstarCheapest$347Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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