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Cheap flights from Cairns to Phuket from $468

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — HKT
29 Mar — 5 Apr1
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 27 February 2026.

Sun 8/306:40
CNS
-
HKT
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/315:40
HKT
-
CNS
2 stops22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2$901
Sat 7/306:40
CNS
-
HKT
2 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/311:30
HKT
-
CNS
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2$938
Fri 10/421:00
CNS
-
HKT
1 stop26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 17/409:40
HKT
-
CNS
2 stops16h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,005
Sun 8/307:45
CNS
-
HKT
1 stop15h 20m
Jetstar
Fri 13/321:45
HKT
-
CNS
1 stop17h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 25/2$1,015
Sat 7/318:40
CNS
-
HKT
1 stop28h 25m
Jetstar
Fri 13/321:45
HKT
-
CNS
1 stop14h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 25/2$1,163
Sat 14/312:35
CNS
-
HKT
2 stops49h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 16/318:35
HKT
-
CNS
2 stops37h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 23/2$1,164

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 27 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$849

One-way from

$468

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,119
23/3-30/3
  • 23/3-30/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 25m total
  • Cairns to Phuket
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15/3
  • 15/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 25m total
  • Cairns to Phuket
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High demand for flights, 6% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Sat 14/3

12:35-11:20

2 stops49h 45m

Phuket City

Mon 16/3

18:35-10:45

2 stops37h 10m

$1,163

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Sat 4/4

19:10-20:40

1 stop28h 30m

Phuket City

Fri 17/4

13:30-05:30

2 stops13h 00m

$1,282

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Sat 4/4

10:00-20:50

1 stop13h 50m

Phuket City

Fri 17/4

22:25-19:15

1 stop17h 50m

$1,559

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Sat 14/3

17:00-21:10

2 stops31h 10m

Phuket City

Mon 16/3

21:45-11:50

1 stop35h 05m

$1,812

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Sun 15/3

19:30-09:55

2 stops41h 25m

$468

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Sun 15/3

09:45-20:05

1 stop13h 20m

$540

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Sun 5/4

07:00-20:40

1 stop16h 40m

$768

CairnsPhuket City

CNS - HKT

CNSHKT

Cairns

Sun 5/4

18:20-18:20

3 stops27h 00m

$1,188

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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 $491). Flying from Cairns to Phuket in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,248). 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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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 27 February 2026.
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
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
525 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

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 49h 45m. The distance from Cairns to Phuket is about 5906 km.

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

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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 $491). Flying from Cairns to Phuket in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,248). 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$679Average$937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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JetstarCheapest$771Average$1,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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