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Cheap flights from Launceston to Cairns from $229

LST — CNS
22 Oct — 29 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Launceston to Cairns

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Cheapest flights from Launceston to Cairns

Tue 17/1120:30 -
1 stop12h 50m
Tue 1/1206:40 -
1 stop12h 10m
Deal found 21/9$374
Tue 17/1120:30 -
1 stop12h 50m
Tue 1/1211:15 -
2 stops7h 35m
Deal found 21/9$534
Wed 16/1206:20 -
1 stop5h 45m
Tue 29/1219:50 -
1 stop25h 40m
Deal found 22/9$541
Sun 27/1215:45 -
1 stop19h 30m
Wed 6/111:45 -
1 stop9h 45m
Deal found 22/9$574
Sat 19/906:10 -
1 stop14h 10m
Mon 21/919:15 -
1 stop20h 05m
Deal found 18/9$612
Mon 9/1113:20 -
1 stop9h 50m
Sat 14/1106:40 -
1 stop12h 10m
Deal found 19/9$634
Mon 9/1106:20 -
1 stop13h 45m
Sat 14/1106:00 -
2 stops8h 25m
Deal found 19/9$658

Find flight deals from Launceston to Cairns

Round-trip from

$374

One-way from

$229

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$583
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 17/11-1/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 00m total
  • Launceston to Cairns
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 25/12-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 35m total
  • Launceston to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($222 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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LauncestonCairns

LST Launceston - CNS Cairns

LSTCNS

Launceston

Fri 8/1

10:40-16:45

1 stop7h 05m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$229

LauncestonCairns

LST Launceston - CNS Cairns

LSTCNS

Launceston

Fri 25/12

11:30-19:05

1 stop8h 35m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$229

LauncestonCairns

LST Launceston - CNS Cairns

LSTCNS

Launceston

Thu 24/12

16:05-23:05

2 stops8h 00m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$336

LauncestonCairns

LST Launceston - CNS Cairns

LSTCNS

Launceston

Tue 17/11

20:30-08:20

1 stop12h 50m

Cairns

Tue 1/12

06:40-19:50

1 stop12h 10m

$374

LauncestonCairns

LST Launceston - CNS Cairns

LSTCNS

Launceston

Sat 30/1

15:45-14:55

1 stop24h 10m

Cairns

Wed 3/2

11:45-22:30

1 stop9h 45m

$512

LauncestonCairns

LST Launceston - CNS Cairns

LSTCNS

Launceston

Thu 24/12

06:30-19:50

3 stops14h 20m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$936

LauncestonCairns

LST Launceston - CNS Cairns

LSTCNS

Launceston

Fri 8/1

13:35-11:50

3 stops23h 15m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,092

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Deals found on 21/9

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Best time to book a flight from Launceston to Cairns

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Launceston to Cairns (average of $436). Flying from Launceston to Cairns in January is currently the most expensive (average of $738). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Launceston to Cairns?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Launceston to Cairns flights typically cost between $505 and $715 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $374 on Jetstar (17 Nov–1 Dec).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

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
477 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
477 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
477 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
568 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
477 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Launceston to Cairns?

    For as low as $374, Jetstar can have you in Cairns from Launceston in 12h 50m. Launceston and Cairns are separated by a distance of 2744 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 Launceston to Cairns round-trip?

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Cairns, with prices starting at $245. Another option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at $317 round trip. These flights start at 55% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Launceston to Cairns (average of $436). Flying from Launceston to Cairns in January is currently the most expensive (average of $738). 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 2 airlines flying from Launceston to Cairns

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$245Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$317Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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