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Cheap flights from Cairns to Western Australia from $316

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 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — PER
18 May — 25 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Western Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Western Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 April 2026.

Fri 5/611:00
CNS
-
PER
Nonstop5h 15m
Jetstar
Wed 24/615:05
PER
-
CNS
Nonstop4h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/4$520
Sat 25/411:00
CNS
-
PER
Nonstop5h 15m
Jetstar
Mon 27/415:05
PER
-
CNS
Nonstop4h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 15/4$527
Fri 8/511:00
CNS
-
PER
Nonstop5h 15m
Jetstar
Fri 15/515:05
PER
-
CNS
Nonstop4h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 15/4$541
Fri 11/1211:20
CNS
-
PER
Nonstop4h 55m
Jetstar
Fri 8/115:05
PER
-
CNS
Nonstop4h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 15/4$547
Mon 8/611:00
CNS
-
PER
Nonstop5h 15m
Jetstar
Wed 24/615:05
PER
-
CNS
Nonstop4h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/4$581
Mon 8/611:00
CNS
-
PER
Nonstop5h 15m
Jetstar
Wed 17/615:05
PER
-
CNS
Nonstop4h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/4$601
Sat 25/413:55
CNS
-
PER
1 stop8h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/415:05
PER
-
CNS
Nonstop4h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$605
Wed 13/511:00
CNS
-
PER
Nonstop5h 15m
Jetstar
Fri 22/523:05
PER
-
CNS
1 stop10h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 16/4$622
Wed 4/1110:55
CNS
-
BME
2 stops33h 30m
Virgin Australia
Fri 6/1110:30
BME
-
CNS
2 stops30h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 13/4$1,210
Fri 30/1017:35
CNS
-
BME
2 stops22h 20m
Virgin Australia
Sun 1/1114:35
BME
-
CNS
2 stops31h 20m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 17/4$1,556
Fri 30/1006:00
CNS
-
BME
2 stops14h 05m
Qantas Airways
Sun 1/1119:00
BME
-
CNS
2 stops13h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,582
Wed 4/1116:10
CNS
-
BME
3 stops22h 40m
Airnorth
Fri 6/1113:45
BME
-
CNS
3 stops20h 50m
Airnorth
Deal found 13/4$2,083

Find flight deals from Cairns to Western Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to Western Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 18 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$520

One-way from

$316

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$587

Good round-trip deal

$478 or less

Good one-way deal

$272 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 5/6-24/6
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 25m total
  • Cairns to Western Australia
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 4/7
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 15m total
  • Cairns to Western Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($104 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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CairnsPerth

CNS - PER

CNSPER

Cairns

Fri 8/5

11:00-14:15

Nonstop5h 15m

Perth

Fri 15/5

23:30-11:15

1 stop9h 45m

$611

CairnsPerth

CNS - PER

CNSPER

Cairns

Thu 14/5

06:00-12:55

1 stop8h 55m

Perth

Thu 21/5

23:45-09:50

1 stop8h 05m

$687

CairnsPerth

CNS - PER

CNSPER

Cairns

Thu 14/5

06:00-22:40

1 stop18h 40m

Perth

Mon 18/5

23:05-11:15

1 stop10h 10m

$689

CairnsPerth

CNS - PER

CNSPER

Cairns

Mon 25/5

11:00-14:15

Nonstop5h 15m

Perth

Mon 1/6

16:05-09:20

1 stop15h 15m

$690

CairnsPerth

CNS - PER

CNSPER

Cairns

Fri 8/5

13:55-22:20

1 stop10h 25m

Perth

Fri 15/5

23:30-11:15

1 stop9h 45m

$721

CairnsPerth

CNS - PER

CNSPER

Cairns

Mon 20/7

06:00-16:10

1 stop12h 10m

Perth

Sun 26/7

23:45-09:50

1 stop8h 05m

$724

CairnsPerth

CNS - PER

CNSPER

Cairns

Sat 2/5

09:20-16:10

1 stop8h 50m

Perth

Wed 6/5

22:40-08:40

1 stop8h 00m

$732

CairnsPerth

CNS - PER

CNSPER

Cairns

Fri 1/5

16:55-23:55

1 stop9h 00m

Perth

Tue 5/5

22:40-08:40

1 stop8h 00m

$733

CairnsPerth

CNS - PER

CNSPER

Cairns

Mon 28/9

06:00-12:55

1 stop8h 55m

Perth

Sat 31/10

06:00-16:40

1 stop8h 40m

$757

CairnsPerth

CNS - PER

CNSPER

Cairns

Mon 27/7

11:50-22:20

1 stop12h 30m

Perth

Fri 31/7

06:00-18:25

1 stop10h 25m

$772

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Western Australia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to Western Australia

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Western Australia (average of $201). Flying from Cairns to Western Australia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $463). 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 WA?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Western Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 April 2026.

When flying from Cairns to Western Australia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Western Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Western Australia. 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 Western Australia. Reviews last updated 18 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Cairns to Western Australia 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.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
452 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
452 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
452 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
540 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
452 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Located just 4.4 km from the city centre, Cairns (CNS) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Western Australia from Cairns.

  • How popular is this Cairns to Western Australia flight route?

    Flights from Cairns to Western Australia have been viewed 126 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to Western Australia?

    Airlines like Jetstar and Virgin Australia fly from Cairns to Western Australia in about 5h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 40m. The distance between Cairns and Western Australia is about 3430 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qantas Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $196. However, be on the lookout for offers from Jetstar and Airnorth, as they are both options that can get you from Cairns to Western Australia for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Western Australia?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Cairns to Western Australia consider choosing Qantas Airways(72%), Emirates(72%) or Jetstar(72%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Western Australia?

    While on average a flight from Cairns to Western Australia is generally $340, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $207. When looking at the most popular route, (Cairns - Perth), you can expect to pay $562 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Western Australia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Western Australia 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 Western Australia?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Western Australia (average of $201). Flying from Cairns to Western Australia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $463). 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 3 airlines flying from Cairns to Western Australia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to Western Australia. 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 18 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirnorthCheapest$281Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$331Average$651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$338Average$567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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