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Cheap flights from Townsville to Cairns from $141

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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TSV — CNS
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Townsville to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Townsville (TSV) 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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$301

One-way from

$141

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$418

Good round-trip deal

$426 or less

Good one-way deal

$210 or less
Rex
  • Rex
  • 27/7-3/8
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 05m total
  • Townsville to Cairns
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Rex
  • Rex
  • 10/8
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 05m total
  • Townsville to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Townsville to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Townsville to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Sun 27/710:05TSV - CNS
Nonstop1h 05mRex
Sun 3/808:05CNS - TSV
Nonstop1h 00mRex
Deal found 11/6$301
Wed 9/715:05TSV - CNS
Nonstop1h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 13/708:05CNS - TSV
Nonstop1h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$398
Tue 17/615:05TSV - CNS
Nonstop1h 00mQantas Airways
Fri 20/608:00CNS - TSV
Nonstop0h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/6$450
Fri 18/721:20TSV - CNS
1 stop11h 05mJetstar
Sun 20/706:00CNS - TSV
1 stop26h 10mJetstar
Deal found 12/6$697
Tue 17/611:40TSV - CNS
1 stop11h 55mVirgin Australia
Fri 20/619:15CNS - TSV
2 stops17h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/6$823

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Townsville 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 13 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Townsville to Cairns that are best for you.

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Townsville

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Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TownsvilleCairns

TSV - CNS

TSVCNS

Townsville

Sun 27/7

10:05-11:10

Nonstop1h 05m

Cairns

Sun 3/8

08:05-09:05

Nonstop1h 00m

$301

TownsvilleCairns

TSV - CNS

TSVCNS

Townsville

Wed 9/7

15:05-16:05

Nonstop1h 00m

Cairns

Sun 13/7

08:05-09:05

Nonstop1h 00m

$398

TownsvilleCairns

TSV - CNS

TSVCNS

Townsville

Wed 2/7

07:05-08:05

Nonstop1h 00m

Cairns

Wed 9/7

10:55-11:50

Nonstop0h 55m

$450

TownsvilleCairns

TSV - CNS

TSVCNS

Townsville

Wed 23/7

21:20-08:25

1 stop11h 05m

Cairns

Mon 28/7

06:00-08:10

1 stop26h 10m

$531

TownsvilleCairns

TSV - CNS

TSVCNS

Townsville

Wed 9/7

09:00-23:35

1 stop14h 35m

Cairns

Sun 13/7

10:20-20:35

2 stops10h 15m

$998

TownsvilleCairns

TSV - CNS

TSVCNS

Townsville

Sun 10/8

10:05-11:10

Nonstop1h 05m

$141

TownsvilleCairns

TSV - CNS

TSVCNS

Townsville

Wed 30/7

07:05-08:05

Nonstop1h 00m

$226

TownsvilleCairns

TSV - CNS

TSVCNS

Townsville

Wed 30/7

21:20-08:25

1 stop11h 05m

$253

TownsvilleCairns

TSV - CNS

TSVCNS

Townsville

Sat 26/7

06:05-18:15

2 stops12h 10m

$347

TownsvilleCairns

TSV - CNS

TSVCNS

Townsville

Sun 10/8

06:05-15:55

2 stops9h 50m

$379

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Deals found on 10/6

Best time to book a flight from Townsville to Cairns

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Townsville to Cairns (average of $166). Flying from Townsville 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 TSV to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from Townsville 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 13 June 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Townsville to Cairns in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 57% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Townsville to Cairns

Explore weekly flight availability from Townsville to Cairns. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

The most flights from TSV to CNS are scheduled on a Wednesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

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 13 June 2025.
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
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Crew

9.6

Overall

9.4

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.6

Overall

9.4

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.6

Overall

9.4

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
407 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.6

Overall

9.4

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
449 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.6

Overall

9.4

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Related info for your journey

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

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

    If you book a flight from Townsville to Cairns, you will be flying from Townsville to Cairns. Flights to Cairns (CNS) from Townsville (TSV) take 1h 00m for a nonstop flight. There are 8 flights from Townsville to Cairns per day from 2 airlines.

  • How popular is this Townsville to Cairns flight route?

    This flight path from Townsville to Cairns was viewed by 315 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Currently priced at $301, Rex will fly you from Townsville to Cairns and back. In addition to Rex, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qantas Airways and Jetstar - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $450 and $531, respectively. You may be able to fly from Townsville to Cairns for 24% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Townsville to Cairns one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $141 on Rex. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qantas Airways from $226 and Jetstar from $253 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Townsville to Cairns are Air New Zealand (90%), Qantas Airways (82%) and Skytrans (67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Townsville to Cairns?

    On average you can expect to pay $396 for a flight from Townsville to Cairns. The cheapest flight overall is $155 while the most popular route, (Townsville - Cairns) is currently priced at $301.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Townsville to Cairns (average of $166). Flying from Townsville 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Townsville to Cairns

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Townsville 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 13 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RexCheapest$145Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$273Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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