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Cheap flights from Cairns to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from $877

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 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — DXB
23 Nov — 30 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 October 2025.

Fri 28/1119:15CNS - DXB
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1201:55DXB - CNS
3 stops48h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/10$1,521
Mon 8/1219:15CNS - DXB
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1221:05DXB - CNS
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/10$1,758

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Dubai (DXB). 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 24 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,521

One-way from

$877

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,211
28/11-1/12
  • 28/11-1/12
  • 5 total stops
  • 83h 25m total
  • Cairns to Dubai
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10/12
  • 10/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 45m total
  • Cairns to Dubai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($225 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($73 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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CairnsDubai

CNS - DXB

CNSDXB

Cairns

Fri 28/11

09:45-00:05

3 stops44h 20m

Dubai Intl

Mon 1/12

01:55-08:30

3 stops48h 35m

$1,524

CairnsDubai

CNS - DXB

CNSDXB

Cairns

Mon 8/12

19:15-20:30

2 stops31h 15m

Dubai Intl

Mon 15/12

21:05-04:35

2 stops25h 30m

$1,758

CairnsDubai

CNS - DXB

CNSDXB

Cairns

Mon 12/1

19:15-05:45

1 stop16h 30m

Dubai Intl

Sat 17/1

03:25-08:30

2 stops23h 05m

$1,781

CairnsDubai

CNS - DXB

CNSDXB

Cairns

Wed 10/12

09:45-20:30

3 stops40h 45m

$877

CairnsDubai

CNS - DXB

CNSDXB

Cairns

Mon 15/12

19:15-05:45

1 stop16h 30m

$1,713

CairnsDubai

CNS - DXB

CNSDXB

Cairns

Mon 15/12

11:35-13:10

1 stop31h 35m

$3,754

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Deals found on 24/10

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CNS to DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 October 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 67% on flights from Cairns to Dubai by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated 24 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates and Qantas Airways from Cairns to Dubai 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
922 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.

Related info for your journey

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

    Flying on Emirates is currently your cheapest option to Dubai, with prices starting at $1,803. Another option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $1,823 round trip. Users have found that Emirates is 11% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest$1,803Average$2,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,823Average$2,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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