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Cheap Flights to Cairns from $85 One Way, $176 Round Trip

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Sat, Jan 23 - Thu, Feb 4
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$176 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$176
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, Jan 23 from Brisbane to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, Feb 4, priced at $176 found 7 hours ago
Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 23
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$200 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$200
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, Oct 20 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Fri, Oct 23, priced at $200 found 1 day ago
Sun, Jan 24 - Mon, Jan 25
MEL
Tullamarine
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$246 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$246
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, Jan 24 from Tullamarine to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Jan 25, priced at $246 found 3 days ago
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 16
OOL
Coolangatta
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$272 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$272
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, Dec 7 from Coolangatta to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, Dec 16, priced at $272 found 5 days ago
Mon, Sep 21 - Thu, Sep 24
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$415 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$415
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, Sep 21 from Adelaide to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, Sep 24, priced at $415 found 1 hour ago
Mon, Jul 12 - Fri, Jul 16
WSI
Western Sydney Intl. Airport
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$443 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$443
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, Jul 12 from Western Sydney Intl. Airport to Cairns Intl., returning Fri, Jul 16, priced at $443 found 4 days ago
Fri, Feb 26 - Sat, Mar 6
DPS
Ngurah Rai Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$629 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$629
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, Feb 26 from Ngurah Rai Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Mar 6, priced at $629 found 3 days ago
Mon, Jan 18 - Fri, Jan 22
ZQN
Queenstown Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$646 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$646
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, Jan 18 from Queenstown Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Fri, Jan 22, priced at $646 found 1 day ago
Sat, Mar 27 - Sat, Apr 3
NRT
Narita Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$681 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$681
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Air Niugini flight, departing Sat, Mar 27 from Narita Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Apr 3, priced at $681 found 1 hour ago
Sun, Dec 27 - Sun, Jan 10
HKG
Hong Kong Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$730 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$730
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Niugini flight, departing Sun, Dec 27 from Hong Kong Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sun, Jan 10, priced at $730 found 1 day ago

Cairns Flight Information

Traveling To
Cairns
Destination Airport IATA Code
CNS
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines
Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, Air Niugini
Flight Price
$176
Earliest Departing Flight
Latest Departing Flight

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Oct 6 - Oct 10

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Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,021, price is now $831 per person
$831
per person
found 1 day ago
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Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Oct 6 - Oct 10

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Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,196, price is now $1,039 per person
$1,039
per person
found 1 day ago
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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 $176 to $730. But it was passengers arriving in from Brisbane (BNE) who nabbed the really big bargains. One-way tickets to Cairns fell to a low $85.
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.
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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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