Flights from Cairns Intl. Airport, Cairns

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Cheap Flights From Cairns Intl. Airport Starting At $64 One Way, $144 Round Trip

Prices starting at $144 for return flights and $64 for one-way flights to were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Aug 6 - Wed, Aug 6
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
$171 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$171
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Cairns to Sydney, returning Wed, Aug 6, priced at $171 found 5 days ago
Mon, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 1
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
$217 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, Dec 1 from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $217 found 5 days ago
Sat, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 2
CNS
Cairns
OOL
Gold Coast
$258 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$258
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Cairns to Gold Coast, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $258 found 4 days ago
Sat, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 18
CNS
Cairns
MEL
Melbourne
$281 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$281
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Cairns to Melbourne, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $281 found 1 day ago
Mon, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 1
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
$282 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$282
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, Dec 1 from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $282 found 5 days ago

Cheap Flights to Cairns Intl. Airport starting at $64 One Way, $144 Round Trip

One way and return prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Sun, Sep 7 - Fri, Sep 12
SYD
Sydney
CNS
Cairns
$144 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, Sep 7 from Sydney to Cairns, returning Fri, Sep 12, priced at $144 found 1 day ago
Fri, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 2
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
$159 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, Aug 1 from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sat, Aug 2, priced at $159 found 14 hours ago
Sun, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 2
OOL
Gold Coast
CNS
Cairns
$236 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$236
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from Gold Coast to Cairns, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $236 found 4 days ago
Thu, Jan 1 - Fri, Jan 2
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
$282 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$282
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, Jan 1 from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Fri, Jan 2, priced at $282 found 2 days ago
Sat, Jul 26 - Sat, Aug 2
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns
$334 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$334
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sat, Jul 26 from Adelaide to Cairns, returning Sat, Aug 2, priced at $334 found 6 days ago

Deals On This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
CNSSydneyJune 21 to June 24$277
CNSBrisbaneJune 20 to June 20$364
CNSMelbourneJune 22 to June 28$419
*Prices include taxes and fees

Airport Data

Airport IATA Code
CNS
Lowest Flight Price
$64
Available Airline Carriers 
Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways

Fly to Cairns Airport CNS

When you fly to Cairns Airport (CNS), you'll be about 3.5 miles from the city center. You can rent a car, take a cab, or ride the 121 bus to downtown.

A car rental may be your best bet if you want to relax on the northern beaches off of Highway 44. There are also other attractions further north like the Cairns Tropical Zoo near Palm Cove.

Hints and Tips

Sydney may be the most popular tourist destination in Australia, but locals will tell you that Cairns offers an experience all of its own. Located on the shores of the Trinity Bay, Cairns has been a jumping off point for tourists wanting to see the Great Barrier Reef for decades.

To the north of the city, you'll find pristine and sunny beaches like Trinity Beach or Ellis Beach. You can also take a walk on the wild side in the nearby Barron Gorge National Park.

The biggest attraction with the city of Cairns is the Esplanade, which stretches a full two miles along the shoreline. The Cairns Lagoon is located within the Esplanade and offers a warm and sunny locale for sunbathers.

There are also piers, boardwalks, trails, and flurry of shops and restaurants for you to meander through while on the Esplanade.

To the southwest on Shields Street, you'll find unique points of interest like the historical Cairns Museum and the artistic Cairns Regional Gallery.

Cairns itself is filled with budget hotels, motels, and hostels, many of which are located side-by-side on Sheridan Street.

Frequently asked questions

Where can you fly to from CNS?
Flights from CNS take passengers across the world, but the three most frequented destinations for international travelers are Tokyo, Port Moresby and Denpasar. Domestic flights to Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne are also quick to be booked. Take a trip to one of these fantastic destinations. There’s nothing like the gift of travel to awaken your inner wanderlust.
Does Cairns Airport have a hotel?
Unfortunately, there aren’t any hotels right in Cairns Airport. That said, you’re sure to find an ideal place to stay before your flight if you look a little farther out. The New 5 Bedrooms 2. 5 Bad Clean And Modern and the Tropical Balinese Hideaway - Close To Cbd are so close that you could walk to the check-in counter from either. But if you’re lugging heavy bags, it makes sense to jump in a cab. The first hotel offers guests a king-sized bed. If you book a room at the other option, you’ll have access to a swimming pool.
What airlines fly out of Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
You’re spoiled for choice when flying from CNS with these reliable domestic carriers:

  • Qantas
  • Jetstar
  • Virgin Australia

Whether you’re itching to explore a new country or revisit one you adore, have a look at these quality airlines that offer flights out of Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS):

  • Jetstar
  • Air Niugini
  • Virgin Australia

What is CNS?
CNS is the IATA code for Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS). These individual three-letter codes help identify airports around the world and are used mainly for ticketing and flight planning purposes.
How many terminals are there in Cairns Airport?
T1, T2 and TR are the 3 passenger terminals at Cairns Airport. You can expect a wide range of services and amenities to keep you busy before you take off.
Are there private lounges in Cairns Airport?
No. You won’t find a private lounge to retreat to at CNS, but that’s not to say you can’t have a nice time exploring the terminal. In no time, you’ll be jetting off on your journey.

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