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Cheap flights from Launceston to Cairns from $199

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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LST — CNS
4 Dec — 11 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Launceston to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Launceston (LST) 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 4 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$417

One-way from

$257

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$471
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 25/1-1/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 15m total
  • Launceston to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 24/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 50m total
  • Launceston to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($170 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($50 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Best flights from Launceston to Cairns
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Launceston to Cairns that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 4 November 2025.

Fri 6/320:30LST - CNS
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/323:55CNS - LST
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$465
Sat 28/315:45LST - CNS
1 stop24h 10mVirgin Australia
Tue 31/309:10CNS - LST
1 stop12h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/11$504
Sun 25/106:20LST - CNS
1 stop5h 45mVirgin Australia
Sun 1/214:40CNS - LST
2 stops7h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/11$544
Fri 6/315:45LST - CNS
2 stops8h 20mVirgin Australia
Fri 13/323:55CNS - LST
1 stop9h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/11$552

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Launceston to Cairns that are best for you.

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Launceston

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Cairns

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Depart

Return

Price

LauncestonCairns

LST - CNS

LSTCNS

Launceston

Fri 6/3

20:30-08:20

1 stop12h 50m

Cairns

Fri 13/3

23:55-10:50

1 stop9h 55m

$465

LauncestonCairns

LST - CNS

LSTCNS

Launceston

Sat 28/3

15:45-14:55

1 stop24h 10m

Cairns

Tue 31/3

09:10-22:55

1 stop12h 45m

$504

LauncestonCairns

LST - CNS

LSTCNS

Launceston

Sun 25/1

06:20-11:05

1 stop5h 45m

Cairns

Sun 1/2

14:40-23:35

2 stops7h 55m

$544

LauncestonCairns

LST - CNS

LSTCNS

Launceston

Fri 6/3

15:45-23:05

2 stops8h 20m

Cairns

Fri 13/3

23:55-10:50

1 stop9h 55m

$552

LauncestonCairns

LST - CNS

LSTCNS

Launceston

Tue 9/12

16:05-23:55

1 stop8h 50m

$199

LauncestonCairns

LST - CNS

LSTCNS

Launceston

Mon 24/11

20:30-08:20

1 stop12h 50m

$257

LauncestonCairns

LST - CNS

LSTCNS

Launceston

Tue 9/12

11:30-21:00

3 stops10h 30m

$558

LauncestonCairns

LST - CNS

LSTCNS

Launceston

Mon 24/11

16:00-11:50

3 stops20h 50m

$1,030

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Deals found on 4/11

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Launceston to Cairns?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Launceston to Cairns (average of $202). Flying from Launceston to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $466). 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 LST to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from Launceston 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 4 November 2025.

When flying from Launceston to Cairns, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight at midday.

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 4 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Launceston to Cairns have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

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
424 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

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
6.6
Okay
479 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

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.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Launceston to Cairns?

    For as low as $504, Virgin Australia can have you in Cairns from Launceston in 24h 10m. Launceston and Cairns are separated by a distance of 2744 km.

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Cairns, with prices starting at $211. Another option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at $399 round trip. These flights start at 59% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Launceston to Cairns?

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Launceston to Cairns (average of $202). Flying from Launceston to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $466). 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 2 airlines that operate flights from Launceston 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 4 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$211Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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