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Cheap Flights to Cairns from $64 One Way, $149 Round Trip

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Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$149 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, Mar 10 from Brisbane to Cairns Intl., returning Tue, Mar 17, priced at $149 found 4 days ago
Wed, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 7
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$155 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Feb 7, priced at $155 found 22 hours ago
Mon, Jan 19 - Wed, Jan 21
MEL
Tullamarine
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$176 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$176
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, Jan 19 from Tullamarine to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, Jan 21, priced at $176 found 9 hours ago
Mon, Apr 6 - Thu, Apr 16
POM
Jackson Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$346 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$346
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Air Niugini flight, departing Mon, Apr 6 from Jackson Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, Apr 16, priced at $346 found 6 hours ago
Thu, Jun 4 - Sat, Jun 13
AKL
Auckland Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$582 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$582
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, Jun 4 from Auckland Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Jun 13, priced at $582 found 2 days ago
Tue, Apr 21 - Sat, May 2
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$796 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$796
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, May 2, priced at $796 found 6 days ago
Thu, Feb 5 - Sat, Feb 14
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$796 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$796
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu, Feb 5 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Feb 14, priced at $796 found 5 days ago
Thu, Apr 9 - Fri, Apr 17
NRT
Narita Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$846 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$846
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, Apr 9 from Narita Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Fri, Apr 17, priced at $846 found 3 days ago
Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 17
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,088 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,088
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Feb 10 from San Francisco Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Tue, Feb 17, priced at $1,088 found 2 days ago
Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Jun 1
HND
Haneda
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,109 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,109
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Japan Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 2 from Haneda to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Jun 1, priced at $1,109 found 2 days ago

Cairns Flight Information

Traveling To
Cairns
Destination Airport IATA Code
CNS
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines
Jetstar, Air Niugini, Jetstar Japan, Fiji Airways, China Southern Airlines, Qantas Airways, Air Canada, Japan Airlines
Flight Price
$149
Earliest Departing Flight
Latest Departing Flight

Cairns

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Cairns?
With 20 airlines to pick from, finding the perfect flight to fit your budget and travel dates will be a piece of cake. Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) is a major entrance point to Cairns and where you'll likely be touching down. These well-known international airlines are ready when you are:

  • Air Niugini - 9 flights to Cairns per month
  • Singapore Airlines - 5 flights to Cairns per month
  • Air New Zealand - 3 flights to Cairns per month

What is the best airport to fly to in Cairns?
Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS). It's the city's main airport and is located around 3 miles northwest of the downtown area. You'll be unpacking your belongings and discovering Cairns not long after touching down.
How much is a flight to Cairns?
Loads of sensational deals were up for grabs this week, with return flights to Cairns ranging from $149 to $1,109. But it was passengers arriving in from Brisbane (BNE) who nabbed the really big bargains. One-way tickets to Cairns fell to a low $64.
How to book the cheapest flight to Cairns?
Using Orbitz, you'll find some of the most incredible flight deals around from a terrific range of airlines. But if you'd like to boost your chances of snapping up cheap flights to Cairns, here are some suggestions designed to help:

  • Depending on where you're leaving from, choose the 'Nearby airports' function (located under the departure and arrival options). Occasionally, alternative departure points will have cheaper fares.
  • If you're flexible with your plans, click on the 'Show flexible dates' link. You'll see the flight deals for the days around your selected departure. Fares often vary depending on the day of the week.
  • Hit 'Show options' to refine your search results. You can pick your preferred seating class and airline here. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even specify whether you'd like to fly in the morning, afternoon or evening.
  • If you've worked out your travel dates, don't delay booking. Fares normally climb as the departure date nears.
  • Think about combining your flights, hotels and car rentals into an Orbitz package deal to make your budget go even further.
  • Flying during busier seasons often means costly airfares. Try to plan your vacation outside of popular dates, such as school breaks, Thanksgiving and Easter.

How long is a flight to Cairns?
Depending on which airport you take off from, your flight to Cairns could be an hour or two or longer. Below are the flight times for a few of the most common domestic routes:

  • Brisbane, QLD (BNE) to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 2 hours and 25 minutes
  • Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.) to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 3 hours and 7 minutes
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine) to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 3 hours and 21 minutes

What is the best time to book a flight to Cairns?
Generally speaking, January is the ideal time to book your airfare. This is followed by February and August. Bear this in mind while searching for a cheap flight to Cairns.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Cairns?
To land a rewarding flight deal, book on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. Usually, these are the cheapest days to book airfares to Cairns.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Cairns?
You can land cheap flights to Cairns by taking off on a Monday, according to Orbitz data from 2020. Tuesday is the next most affordable day, while Saturday has the most expensive ticket prices. Whether you prefer to save a bundle or fly out on whichever day is convenient, you'll always find a wonderful deal with Orbitz.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?
To land cheap flights to Cairns, you should depart in August. If saving money on your plane ticket is your main priority, Orbitz data has found that this is generally an excellent month to go on a trip. June is when fares are the least affordable.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
When you search for flights on Orbitz, choose "Filter by flexible change policies." This filter will show you all the carriers offering free cancellation and no change fees. That means you can breathe easy knowing that if things change, your reservation can too.
What do I need for the flight to Cairns?
A long-haul flight can seem daunting, but it's nothing a little preparation can't fix. We've rounded up our top tips to ensure your journey is as stress-free as possible:

  • Nothing is more important than your travel documents. Which to bring and how many depend on whether you're flying international or domestic. Be sure to check with your airline. In both cases, you'll need to show proof of identification.
  • Bring a good book or a tablet filled with your favorite flicks — it'll help to keep you occupied on your long journey to Cairns. Or if you'd rather take a snooze, a comfy eye mask will shield you from those bright cabin lights.
  • Long-haul trips can get very cold, especially if you're flying overnight. If you'd rather not spend your journey shivering in your seat, bring a warm layer and some thick socks.

How many direct flights are there to Cairns?
You can hop on board one of 156 flights that travel directly to Cairns each month. Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Australia are just a couple of the carriers that will take you there comfortably in one stretch. Hinterland Aviation, Rex Regional Express and Skytrans are a few other carriers that fly nonstop.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Cairns?
There are ways of booking first or business-class airfares to Cairns that won't burn through your budget. Bag a seat at the front of the plane for less with these helpful tips:

  • Flexibility is important. By being open to a few travel dates, you'll have more chances of picking up a rewarding deal on first or business-class airfares.
  • Many budget carriers offer top-notch business or premium-class seating without the hefty fees.
  • Make a bid for an upgrade. Some carriers hold online auctions that let you put down a price for a seat up the front. You may also be able to upgrade with points earned through a loyalty scheme.

How to get into Cairns from the airport?
Driving is a good option. Enterprise, Alamo and Hertz are three car rental offices located at Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS). After picking up a Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) car rental, you can whiz directly from CNS airport to downtown Cairns, about 3 miles to the southeast. Alternatively, if you'd prefer to rent a ride from the city center, take a look through our Cairns car rentals.
What is the best time to go to Cairns?
May, June and August are the most popular months to visit Cairns. If you want to come when the weather's nice, purchase your tickets for summer. Typically, temperatures fluctuate between 75 ºF at night and 85 ºF during the day at this time. Like many places in the Southern Hemisphere, summer in Cairns begins December 1.
Travel tips for Cairns

  • Esplanade Lagoon is one of this city's most popular attractions. Book somewhere to stay close to the center and visit it anytime you want.
  • If you want to venture a little farther afield and check out more Cairns hot spots, organize a car rental and make tracks to Great Barrier Reef. It won't take long to reach from downtown.
  • When you're ready to see more amazing destinations in Queensland, hop back in the car and go road-tripping to Bramston Beach. One of the region's other major cities, the possibilities for fun are endless here.

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