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Cheap flights from Cairns to Canberra from $269

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — CBR
21 Jul — 28 Jul1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Canberra

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Canberra (CBR). 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 16 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$443

One-way from

$355

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$633
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 6/8-13/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 00m total
  • Cairns to Canberra
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 25/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 55m total
  • Cairns to Canberra
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($78 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Canberra
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Canberra. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 July 2025.

Wed 6/821:30CNS - CBR
1 stop14h 35mJetstar
Wed 13/812:40CBR - CNS
1 stop10h 25mJetstar
Deal found 14/7$443
Thu 4/921:30CNS - CBR
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/910:30CBR - CNS
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$517
Thu 28/810:20CNS - CBR
1 stop7h 50mVirgin Australia
Thu 4/910:20CBR - CNS
2 stops13h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/7$676

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Canberra 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 16 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to Canberra that are best for you.

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Cairns

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Canberra

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Wed 6/8

21:30-12:05

1 stop14h 35m

Canberra

Wed 13/8

12:40-23:05

1 stop10h 25m

$443

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Thu 4/9

21:30-12:05

1 stop14h 35m

Canberra

Fri 12/9

10:30-09:10

1 stop22h 40m

$517

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Thu 28/8

10:20-18:10

1 stop7h 50m

Canberra

Thu 4/9

10:20-23:35

2 stops13h 15m

$676

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Wed 15/10

20:30-12:05

1 stop14h 35m

$269

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Mon 15/12

11:40-20:05

2 stops7h 25m

$349

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Tue 22/7

11:50-14:30

3 stops26h 40m

$480

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Fri 25/7

18:40-07:30

3 stops36h 50m

$1,265

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Mon 21/7

14:25-10:10

3 stops19h 45m

$1,463

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 13/7

Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Canberra

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Canberra (average of $169). Flying from Cairns to Canberra in September is currently the most expensive (average of $265). 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 CNS to CBR?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Canberra. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 July 2025.

When flying from Cairns to Canberra, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing Canberra

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Canberra. 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 Canberra. Reviews last updated 16 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qantas Airways, andVirgin Australia from Cairns to Canberra have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
877 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
408 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
457 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Canberra, with prices starting at $443. Another option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at $676 round trip. These flights start at 26% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Virgin Australia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $355. Emirates flights start at $1,265 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $1,463 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Canberra (average of $169). Flying from Cairns to Canberra in September is currently the most expensive (average of $265). 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 Cairns to Canberra

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to Canberra. 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 16 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$371Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$477Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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