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Cheap flights from Cairns to Queensland from $99

CNS — BNE
1 Oct — 8 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Queensland

Sun 13/1215:55 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Fri 25/1215:25 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 30/8$179
Thu 15/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Sat 17/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 30m
Deal found 31/8$195
Thu 8/1019:25 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Sun 11/1006:30 -
Nonstop2h 35m
Deal found 31/8$197
Sun 18/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Wed 21/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 30m
Deal found 1/9$198
Thu 8/1019:25 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Wed 28/1006:40 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Deal found 28/8$198
Thu 15/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Sun 18/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 30m
Deal found 27/8$200
Thu 15/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Thu 22/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 30m
Deal found 27/8$204
Tue 13/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Tue 20/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 30m
Deal found 29/8$207
Thu 15/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Sat 17/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 30m
Deal found 28/8$208
Sat 3/1019:25 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Sat 10/1006:30 -
Nonstop2h 35m
Deal found 30/8$208
Mon 12/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Sun 18/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 30m
Deal found 28/8$214
Mon 19/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Thu 22/1006:00 -
Nonstop2h 30m
Deal found 28/8$218

Find flight deals from Cairns to Queensland

Round-trip from

$179

One-way from

$99

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$279

Good round-trip deal

$207 or less

Good one-way deal

$135 or less
Jetstar
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  • 13/12-25/12
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 25m total
  • Cairns to Queensland
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Jetstar
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  • 8/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Cairns to Queensland
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Mon 19/10

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Thu 22/10

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

$195

CairnsCoolangatta

CNS Cairns - OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast

CNSOOL

Cairns

Thu 8/10

19:25-21:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sun 11/10

06:30-09:05

Nonstop2h 35m

$197

CairnsCoolangatta

CNS Cairns - OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast

CNSOOL

Cairns

Thu 8/10

19:25-21:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 28/10

06:40-09:05

Nonstop2h 25m

$198

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 15/10

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sun 18/10

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

$200

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Tue 23/2

06:00-08:20

Nonstop2h 20m

Brisbane

Wed 24/2

20:40-23:05

Nonstop2h 25m

$209

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 8/10

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sun 11/10

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

$212

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Mon 12/10

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sun 18/10

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

$214

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS Cairns - MCY Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

CNSMCY

Cairns

Thu 22/10

12:00-14:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 24/10

14:40-17:00

Nonstop2h 20m

$219

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Sun 1/11

16:00-18:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 4/11

08:55-11:20

Nonstop2h 25m

$234

CairnsCoolangatta

CNS Cairns - OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast

CNSOOL

Cairns

Tue 13/10

09:40-11:55

Nonstop2h 15m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Tue 20/10

06:30-09:05

Nonstop2h 35m

$250

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Queensland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Queensland from Cairns with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to Queensland

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Queensland (average of $221). Flying from Cairns to Queensland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $310). 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 QLD?

When flying from Cairns to Queensland, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 59% versus a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Queensland

The most flights from CNS to AUQLD are scheduled on a Friday (41 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cairns to Queensland?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Cairns to Queensland flights typically cost between $208 and $356 in February.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $191 on Virgin Australia (6 Feb–9 Feb).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cairns to Queensland?

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cairns to Queensland. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cairns to Queensland?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Queensland flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Queensland

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Rex,Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from Cairns to Queensland by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Rex
9.5
Wonderful
28 reviews
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Boarding

9.2

Entertainment

7.0

Food

8.0

Overall

9.5

Crew

9.6

Comfort

8.7

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
9.5
Wonderful
28 reviews
Rex
9.5
Wonderful
28 reviews
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Boarding

9.2

Entertainment

7.0

Food

8.0

Overall

9.5

Crew

9.6

Comfort

8.7

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
7.6
Good
473 reviews
Rex
9.5
Wonderful
28 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

9.2

Entertainment

7.0

Food

8.0

Overall

9.5

Crew

9.6

Comfort

8.7

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
1,087 reviews
Rex
9.5
Wonderful
28 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

9.2

Entertainment

7.0

Food

8.0

Overall

9.5

Crew

9.6

Comfort

8.7

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
6.5
Okay
569 reviews
Rex
9.5
Wonderful
28 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

9.2

Entertainment

7.0

Food

8.0

Overall

9.5

Crew

9.6

Comfort

8.7

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

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

    Most people fly from Cairns (CNS) if they book a flight from Cairns to Queensland. Cairns is conveniently located just 4.4 km from Cairns’s city centre.

  • How popular is this Cairns to Queensland flight route?

    This flight path from Cairns to Queensland was viewed by 2,857 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to Queensland?

    For as low as $195, Jetstar can have you in Queensland from Cairns in 2h 10m. The distance from Cairns to Queensland is about 1392 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $81 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from $103 and Rex from $128 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cairns to Queensland?

    While some choose either Cairns - Coolangatta Gold Coast or Cairns - Hamilton Island, Cairns - Brisbane is the most popular route from Cairns to Queensland.

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

    Consider American Airlines (100%), United Airlines (100%) or Cathay Pacific (100%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Cairns to Queensland.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Queensland?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $133. While the most popular route (Cairns - Brisbane) can be booked for $209 on average, our data indicates $307 when flying from Cairns to Queensland.

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Queensland (average of $221). Flying from Cairns to Queensland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $310). 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 4 airlines flying from Cairns to Queensland

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$88Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$117Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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RexCheapest$149Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$192Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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