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Cheap Flights to Cairns from $77 One Way, $154 Round Trip

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Wed, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 9
OOL
Coolangatta
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$154 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$154
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Jun 2 from Coolangatta to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, Jun 9, priced at $154 found 2 hours ago
Mon, Dec 14 - Sat, Dec 19
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$185 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, Dec 14 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Dec 19, priced at $185 found 4 days ago
Tue, Mar 16 - Fri, Mar 19
MEL
Tullamarine
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$215 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$215
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, Mar 16 from Tullamarine to Cairns Intl., returning Fri, Mar 19, priced at $215 found 3 days ago
Wed, Feb 17 - Thu, Feb 18
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$248 Roundtrip, just found
$248
Roundtrip
just found
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, Feb 17 from Brisbane to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, Feb 18, priced at $248 just found
Sun, Jan 10 - Fri, Jan 15
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$402 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$402
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, Jan 10 from Adelaide to Cairns Intl., returning Fri, Jan 15, priced at $402 found 1 day ago
Tue, Mar 16 - Sat, Mar 20
CBR
Canberra Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$409 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$409
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, Mar 16 from Canberra Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Mar 20, priced at $409 found 7 hours ago
Mon, Jun 21 - Sun, Jun 27
WSI
Western Sydney Intl. Airport
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$425 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$425
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, Jun 21 from Western Sydney Intl. Airport to Cairns Intl., returning Sun, Jun 27, priced at $425 found 7 hours ago
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
AYQ
Connellan
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$563 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$563
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sun, Dec 6 from Connellan to Cairns Intl., returning Sun, Dec 13, priced at $563 found 20 hours ago
Thu, Jan 21 - Fri, Jan 22
AKL
Auckland Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$585 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$585
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, Jan 21 from Auckland Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Fri, Jan 22, priced at $585 found 7 hours ago
Wed, Jun 30 - Wed, Jul 7
NRT
Narita Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$686 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$686
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air Niugini flight, departing Wed, Jun 30 from Narita Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, Jul 7, priced at $686 found 3 days ago

Cairns Flight Information

Traveling To
Cairns
Destination Airport IATA Code
CNS
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines
Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Fiji Airways, Qantas Airways, Air Niugini
Flight Price
$154
Earliest Departing Flight
Latest Departing Flight

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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 $154 to $686. But it was passengers arriving in from Gold Coast (OOL) who nabbed the really big bargains. One-way tickets to Cairns fell to a low $77.
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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Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.