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Cheap flights from Cairns to Phuket from $361

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 21/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — HKT
3 Jan — 10 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Phuket
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Phuket. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 December 2025.

Mon 29/1211:35CNS - HKT
2 stops26h 45mCathay Pacific
Mon 12/118:35HKT - CNS
1 stop12h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/12$2,098
Mon 29/1219:30CNS - HKT
1 stop27h 35mJetstar
Mon 12/121:45HKT - CNS
1 stop21h 45mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$2,755
Mon 29/1219:30CNS - HKT
2 stops47h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/117:25HKT - CNS
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$2,810

Find flight deals from Cairns to Phuket

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to Phuket flight deals. Data was last updated 4 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,055

One-way from

$361

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,613
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 15/1-26/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 45m total
  • Cairns to Phuket
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21/1
  • 21/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 40m total
  • Cairns to Phuket
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($378 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($65 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to Phuket that are best for you.

Fly from

Cairns

Fly to

Phuket

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Sat 17/1

19:15-18:25

2 stops26h 10m

Phuket City

Sat 24/1

13:20-05:45

2 stops13h 25m

$1,175

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Sat 7/3

11:20-13:15

1 stop28h 55m

Phuket City

Sun 8/3

21:45-08:30

1 stop31h 45m

$1,278

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Thu 15/1

11:25-17:35

1 stop33h 10m

Phuket City

Mon 26/1

15:00-09:55

2 stops15h 55m

$1,289

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Sat 7/3

11:35-11:20

2 stops26h 45m

Phuket City

Sun 8/3

18:35-08:35

2 stops35h 00m

$1,311

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Mon 29/12

11:35-11:20

2 stops26h 45m

Phuket City

Mon 12/1

18:35-09:55

1 stop12h 20m

$2,098

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Wed 21/1

19:15-17:15

1 stop25h 00m

$399

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Tue 20/1

06:40-15:10

2 stops35h 30m

$422

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Thu 22/1

15:45-16:35

2 stops27h 50m

$446

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Tue 20/1

18:05-20:05

1 stop29h 00m

$472

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Thu 22/1

09:45-20:05

1 stop13h 20m

$475

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Phuket

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Phuket (average of $543). Flying from Cairns to Phuket in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,327). 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 PU?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Phuket. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cairns to Phuket is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 66% on airfare.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Phuket

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Phuket. 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 Phuket. Reviews last updated 4 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines and Jetstar from Cairns to Phuket have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,411 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,411 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,411 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
488 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,411 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to Phuket?

    Cairns (CNS), located 4.4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cairns to Phuket.

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to Phuket?

    Departing from Cairns to Phuket will take you 28h 55m. The distance from Cairns to Phuket is about 5906 km.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $410 on Indonesia AirAsia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from $431 and Jetstar from $435 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Phuket (average of $543). Flying from Cairns to Phuket in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,327). 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 Phuket

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$725Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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JetstarCheapest$832Average$1,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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