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Cheap flights from South Pacific to Cairns from $96

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 26/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CNS
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Pacific to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Pacific to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 April 2026.

Fri 22/520:50
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 30m
Virgin Australia
Sat 30/506:00
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 15m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 2/4$164
Thu 23/406:00
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Sun 26/409:10
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 31/3$168
Tue 21/406:00
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Wed 29/412:00
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/4$169
Sun 26/406:00
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Sun 3/506:00
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 31/3$175
Fri 24/406:00
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Mon 27/406:00
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 31/3$177
Wed 6/514:50
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 20m
Jetstar
Fri 8/515:35
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 31/3$178
Sun 17/506:00
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Sun 24/506:00
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/4$180
Sat 25/406:00
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Sat 30/506:00
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 31/3$181
Wed 29/406:00
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Sun 3/506:00
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/3$183
Mon 20/419:15
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Sun 26/406:45
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/4$217
Mon 20/406:10
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Thu 23/419:10
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/4$219
Sat 25/415:15
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Sun 26/406:45
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/4$220

Find flight deals from South Pacific to Cairns

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Pacific to Cairns flight deals. Data was last updated 4 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$164

One-way from

$96

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$390

Good round-trip deal

$202 or less

Good one-way deal

$109 or less
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 22/5-30/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 45m total
  • South Pacific to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 26/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 30m total
  • South Pacific to Cairns
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Pacific to Cairns.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Pacific to Cairns.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from South Pacific 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 4 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Pacific to Cairns that are best for you.

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BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Mon 11/5

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Thu 14/5

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$178

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Sun 17/5

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Sun 24/5

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$178

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Wed 29/4

14:50-17:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Wed 6/5

12:00-14:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$198

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Sat 30/5

12:00-14:20

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Wed 3/6

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$206

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Sat 6/6

12:00-14:20

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Fri 12/6

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$209

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Fri 1/5

18:35-21:00

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Fri 8/5

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$214

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Wed 27/5

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Tue 16/6

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$223

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/4

10:30-13:40

Nonstop3h 10m

Cairns

Wed 6/5

19:10-22:05

Nonstop2h 55m

$223

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Sat 12/9

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Thu 17/9

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$232

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Sat 27/6

12:00-14:20

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Tue 30/6

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from South Pacific to Cairns

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairns from South Pacific with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Pacific to Cairns

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Pacific to Cairns (average of $90). Flying from South Pacific to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $122). 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 SP to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from South Pacific 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 April 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Pacific to Cairns in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 39% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Pacific to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Pacific to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Pacific to Cairns flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from South Pacific 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
451 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

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
451 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,016 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

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
535 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

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

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from South Pacific?

    Cairns (CNS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Pacific to Cairns. It is only a 4.4 km journey from Cairns (CNS) to Cairns’s city centre.

  • How popular is this South Pacific to Cairns flight route?

    Flights from South Pacific to Cairns have been viewed 6,600 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from South Pacific to Cairns?

    A quick flight from South Pacific to Cairns can take about 1h 05m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $369. The distance between South Pacific and Cairns is about 283 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 to fly from South Pacific to Cairns one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $81. Users have also found prices from $96 and $131 on Virgin Australia and Rex, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Pacific to Cairns?

    Most travellers choose Melbourne - Cairns, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Cairns or Melbourne Avalon - Cairns when deciding on the best route from South Pacific to Cairns.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Pacific to Cairns?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from South Pacific to Cairns are Qatar Airways (96%), Air India (95%) and Virgin Australia (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Pacific to Cairns?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from South Pacific to Cairns? While on average our users pay $258, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $113. The most popular route (Melbourne - Cairns), is priced around $239.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Pacific to Cairns?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Pacific 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 South Pacific to Cairns?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Pacific to Cairns (average of $90). Flying from South Pacific to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $122). 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 5 airlines flying from South Pacific to Cairns

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from South Pacific 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 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$89Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$117Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$176Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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AirnorthCheapest$403Average$806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air New ZealandCheapest$814Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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