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Cheap flights from Launceston to Cairns from $211

LST — CNS
6 Oct — 13 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Launceston to Cairns

Sun 18/1020:50 -
1 stop26h 40m
Sat 31/1011:45 -
1 stop6h 15m
Deal found 1/9$438
Sun 18/1013:05 -
1 stop22h 55m
Sat 31/1011:45 -
1 stop6h 15m
Deal found 3/9$500
Sun 25/1006:20 -
1 stop5h 45m
Sat 31/1019:50 -
1 stop25h 40m
Deal found 5/9$504
Thu 17/1206:20 -
1 stop5h 45m
Wed 30/1211:45 -
1 stop9h 45m
Deal found 6/9$509
Sun 25/1021:45 -
2 stops36h 20m
Sat 31/1011:45 -
1 stop6h 15m
Deal found 5/9$523
Mon 28/906:10 -
1 stop6h 50m
Thu 8/1009:10 -
1 stop5h 55m
Deal found 4/9$545

Find flight deals from Launceston to Cairns

Round-trip from

$438

One-way from

$211

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$576
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 18/10-31/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 55m total
  • Launceston to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 50m total
  • Launceston to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($79 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($25 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

Mon 2/11

20:30-08:20

1 stop12h 50m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$211
Fastest return journey

LauncestonCairns

LST Launceston - CNS Cairns

LSTCNS

Launceston

Wed 30/9

06:10-13:00

1 stop6h 50m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$340

LauncestonCairns

LST Launceston - CNS Cairns

LSTCNS

Launceston

Thu 1/10

10:15-20:20

1 stop10h 05m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$408

LauncestonCairns

LST Launceston - CNS Cairns

LSTCNS

Launceston

Mon 2/11

11:30-23:05

3 stops12h 35m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$429

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

$468

LauncestonCairns

LST Launceston - CNS Cairns

LSTCNS

Launceston

Thu 1/10

09:45-23:20

2 stops13h 35m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$479

LauncestonCairns

LST Launceston - CNS Cairns

LSTCNS

Launceston

Sun 25/10

06:20-11:05

1 stop5h 45m

Cairns

Sat 31/10

19:50-22:30

1 stop25h 40m

$504

LauncestonCairns

LST Launceston - CNS Cairns

LSTCNS

Launceston

Wed 30/9

17:40-23:20

2 stops29h 40m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$522

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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 $430). Flying from Launceston to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $719). 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 typical for this route at the moment.

Launceston to Cairns flights typically cost between $451 and $687 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $468 on Virgin Australia (30 Jan–3 Feb).

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
474 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

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
474 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
474 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

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
474 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

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 $468, 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 $241. Another option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at $313 round trip. These flights start at 54% 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Launceston to Cairns (average of $430). Flying from Launceston to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $719). 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$241Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$313Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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