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Cheap flights from Perth to Cairns from $306

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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PER — CNS
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Perth to Cairns are usually found in February or March, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Perth to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Perth (PER) 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

$647

One-way from

$306

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$697

Good round-trip deal

$607 or less

Good one-way deal

$313 or less
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 11/10-23/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 20m total
  • Perth to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Perth to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($102 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from Perth to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Perth to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Sat 11/1023:10PER - CNS
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1006:00CNS - PER
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$647
Tue 9/1223:05PER - CNS
Nonstop4h 20mJetstar
Fri 19/1219:15CNS - PER
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Deal found 10/9$667
Thu 16/1023:10PER - CNS
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/1014:50CNS - PER
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$679
Tue 11/1123:05PER - CNS
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1106:00CNS - PER
1 stop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$680
Tue 18/1123:10PER - CNS
1 stop16h 05mJetstar
Tue 25/1119:15CNS - PER
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Deal found 12/9$682
Thu 6/1123:05PER - CNS
Nonstop4h 20mJetstar
Sat 15/1109:55CNS - PER
1 stop14h 20mJetstar
Deal found 11/9$685
Sat 25/1023:10PER - CNS
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1111:40CNS - PER
1 stop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$691
Tue 11/1123:05PER - CNS
Nonstop4h 20mJetstar
Tue 18/1119:15CNS - PER
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Deal found 11/9$692
Sat 25/1006:00PER - CNS
1 stop8h 45mVirgin Australia
Sat 1/1114:40CNS - PER
1 stop8h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/9$697

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Perth 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 12 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Perth to Cairns that are best for you.

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Perth

Fly to

Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PerthCairns

PER - CNS

PERCNS

Perth

Tue 9/12

23:05-05:25

Nonstop4h 20m

Cairns

Fri 19/12

19:15-22:10

Nonstop4h 55m

$667

PerthCairns

PER - CNS

PERCNS

Perth

Sat 25/10

06:00-16:45

1 stop8h 45m

Cairns

Sat 1/11

14:40-21:35

1 stop8h 55m

$697

PerthCairns

PER - CNS

PERCNS

Perth

Tue 11/11

07:45-19:05

1 stop9h 20m

Cairns

Tue 18/11

14:40-21:35

1 stop8h 55m

$715

PerthCairns

PER - CNS

PERCNS

Perth

Tue 10/3

23:05-05:25

Nonstop4h 20m

Cairns

Fri 20/3

12:30-16:35

1 stop6h 05m

$719

PerthCairns

PER - CNS

PERCNS

Perth

Wed 10/12

17:55-11:05

1 stop15h 10m

Cairns

Sat 20/12

14:40-00:05

1 stop11h 25m

$740

PerthCairns

PER - CNS

PERCNS

Perth

Tue 10/3

10:45-23:05

1 stop10h 20m

Cairns

Wed 18/3

06:00-15:55

1 stop11h 55m

$760

PerthCairns

PER - CNS

PERCNS

Perth

Tue 9/12

23:45-11:05

1 stop9h 20m

Cairns

Fri 19/12

11:45-21:10

1 stop11h 25m

$769

PerthCairns

PER - CNS

PERCNS

Perth

Wed 12/11

08:15-15:30

1 stop5h 15m

Cairns

Wed 19/11

12:30-16:40

1 stop6h 10m

$804

PerthCairns

PER - CNS

PERCNS

Perth

Mon 9/3

08:15-15:30

1 stop5h 15m

Cairns

Mon 16/3

12:30-16:35

1 stop6h 05m

$805

PerthCairns

PER - CNS

PERCNS

Perth

Mon 9/3

08:15-15:30

1 stop5h 15m

Cairns

Wed 18/3

12:35-16:40

1 stop6h 05m

$805

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Best time to book a flight from Perth to Cairns

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

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

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

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Perth to Cairns. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Perth 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.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 45% on flights from Perth to Cairns by exploring options for tickets at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Perth to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Perth to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 7 September 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Perth to Cairns flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings 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 12 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Perth to Cairns to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

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
416 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

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
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

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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  • What airports do I use to fly from Perth to Cairns?

    You will need to book a flight from Perth to Cairns if you want to fly from Perth to Cairns. At least 4 different airlines have flights from Perth (PER) to Cairns (CNS) on a regular basis. There are 2 flights to Cairns from the Perth airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from PER to CNS to be around 4h 10m.

  • How popular is this Perth to Cairns flight route?

    This flight path from Perth to Cairns was viewed by 734 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Perth to Cairns?

    A quick flight from Perth to Cairns can take about 4h 20m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $667. The distance between Perth and Cairns is about 3430 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($358), Virgin Australia ($437), and Airnorth ($607) offers the cheapest pricing from Perth to Cairns. You may be able to fly from Perth to Cairns for 46% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Perth to Cairns?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Perth to Cairns on time: Qantas Airways (69%), Emirates (69%), Jetstar (69%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Perth to Cairns?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $254. While the most popular route (Perth - Cairns) can be booked for $627 on average, our data indicates $534 when flying from Perth to Cairns.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Perth to Cairns (average of $165). Flying from Perth 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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Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Perth 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 12 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$358Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$437Average$714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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AirnorthCheapest$607Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$788Average$1,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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