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06:40 - 09:05OOL-CNS
2h 25mdirect
12:30 - 14:50CNS-OOL
2h 20mdirect
$189Jetstar
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Sun, 12 Jan - Fri, 17 Jan
06:40 - 09:05OOL-CNS
2h 25mdirect
12:30 - 14:50CNS-OOL
2h 20mdirect
$190Jetstar
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Thu, 16 Jan - Mon, 20 Jan
06:10 - 08:35BNE-CNS
2h 25mdirect
06:00 - 08:20CNS-BNE
2h 20mdirect
$204Virgin Australia
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Tue, 3 Dec - Tue, 10 Dec
07:10 - 09:30BNE-CNS
2h 20mdirect
06:00 - 08:20CNS-BNE
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Tue, 10 Dec - Thu, 12 Dec
07:10 - 09:30BNE-CNS
2h 20mdirect
06:00 - 08:20CNS-BNE
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Tue, 10 Dec - Tue, 17 Dec
20:50 - 23:15BNE-CNS
2h 25mdirect
06:00 - 08:20CNS-BNE
2h 20mdirect
$238Virgin Australia
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Tue, 7 Jan - Fri, 10 Jan
18:00 - 20:55DRW-CNS
2h 25mdirect
14:50 - 16:55CNS-DRW
2h 35mdirect
$600Qantas Airways
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Tue, 7 Jan - Fri, 10 Jan
18:00 - 20:55DRW-CNS
2h 25mdirect
14:50 - 16:55CNS-DRW
2h 35mdirect
$656Qantas Airways
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Sat, 7 Dec - Mon, 9 Dec
07:30 - 11:30DRW-CNS
3h 30m1 stop
16:05 - 19:05CNS-DRW
3h 30m1 stop
$855Airnorth
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Sat, 7 Dec - Mon, 9 Dec
05:45 - 11:30DRW-CNS
5h 15m2 stops
11:30 - 18:35CNS-DRW
7h 35m2 stops
$1,624Airnorth
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Fri, 20 Dec - Mon, 23 Dec
19:00 - 21:20BNE-CNS
2h 20mdirect
$97Jetstar
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Sat, 22 Feb
06:40 - 09:05OOL-CNS
2h 25mdirect
$97Jetstar
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Mon, 13 Jan
20:50 - 23:15BNE-CNS
2h 25mdirect
$103Virgin Australia
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Wed, 4 Dec
14:40 - 16:45SYD-CNS
3h 05mdirect
$115Virgin Australia
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Sun, 16 Mar
20:55 - 10:10AVV-CNS
14h 15m1 stop
Wed, 5 Feb
19:35 - 10:15BNE-CNS
14h 40m1 stop
Sat, 22 Feb
09:45 - 11:50SYD-CNS
3h 05mdirect
$223Qantas Airways
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Sat, 11 Jan
09:45 - 11:50SYD-CNS
3h 05mdirect
$253Qantas Airways
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Wed, 8 Jan
07:30 - 11:30DRW-CNS
3h 30m1 stop
$319Airnorth
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Tue, 18 Mar
07:30 - 11:30DRW-CNS
3h 30m1 stop
$324Airnorth
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Sat, 29 Mar
19:50 - 22:10MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
$335Jetstar
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Sat, 23 Nov - Thu, 5 Dec
19:50 - 22:10MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
09:05 - 13:30CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
$338Jetstar
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Sat, 23 Nov - Fri, 6 Dec
19:50 - 22:10MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
07:35 - 12:00CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
$358Jetstar
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Sat, 23 Nov - Sun, 1 Dec
20:50 - 23:15BNE-CNS
2h 25mdirect
06:00 - 08:15CNS-BNE
2h 15mdirect
Mon, 25 Nov - Wed, 4 Dec
06:05 - 08:35MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
Sun, 24 Nov - Thu, 5 Dec
06:05 - 08:35MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
10:55 - 21:35CNS-MEL
9h 40m1 stop
$448Virgin Australia
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Sun, 24 Nov - Thu, 28 Nov
05:30 - 10:10MEL-CNS
5h 40m1 stop
06:00 - 12:15CNS-MEL
5h 15m1 stop
$456Virgin Australia
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Thu, 21 Nov - Thu, 28 Nov
06:00 - 08:20BNE-CNS
2h 20mdirect
20:35 - 22:50CNS-BNE
2h 15mdirect
$508Qantas Airways
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Thu, 21 Nov - Thu, 21 Nov
06:00 - 08:20BNE-CNS
2h 20mdirect
20:35 - 22:50CNS-BNE
2h 15mdirect
$525Qantas Airways
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Thu, 21 Nov - Mon, 25 Nov
05:45 - 18:30MEL-CNS
13h 45m2 stops
07:00 - 22:50CNS-MEL
14h 50m2 stops
$2,248Air Niugini
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Mon, 25 Nov - Fri, 29 Nov
06:40 - 09:05OOL-CNS
2h 25mdirect
12:30 - 14:50CNS-OOL
2h 20mdirect
$189Jetstar
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Sun, 12 Jan - Fri, 17 Jan
06:40 - 09:05OOL-CNS
2h 25mdirect
12:30 - 14:50CNS-OOL
2h 20mdirect
$190Jetstar
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Thu, 16 Jan - Mon, 20 Jan
07:10 - 09:30BNE-CNS
2h 20mdirect
06:00 - 08:15CNS-BNE
2h 15mdirect
$198Jetstar
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Thu, 5 Dec - Tue, 10 Dec
06:40 - 09:05OOL-CNS
2h 25mdirect
09:45 - 12:00CNS-OOL
2h 15mdirect
$198Jetstar
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Sun, 12 Jan - Tue, 14 Jan
06:10 - 08:35BNE-CNS
2h 25mdirect
06:00 - 08:20CNS-BNE
2h 20mdirect
$204Virgin Australia
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Tue, 3 Dec - Tue, 10 Dec
07:10 - 09:30BNE-CNS
2h 20mdirect
06:00 - 08:20CNS-BNE
2h 20mdirect
Tue, 10 Dec - Thu, 12 Dec
07:10 - 09:30BNE-CNS
2h 20mdirect
06:00 - 08:20CNS-BNE
2h 20mdirect
Tue, 10 Dec - Tue, 17 Dec
20:50 - 23:15BNE-CNS
2h 25mdirect
06:00 - 08:20CNS-BNE
2h 20mdirect
$238Virgin Australia
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Tue, 7 Jan - Fri, 10 Jan
18:00 - 20:55DRW-CNS
2h 25mdirect
14:50 - 16:55CNS-DRW
2h 35mdirect
$600Qantas Airways
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Tue, 7 Jan - Fri, 10 Jan
18:00 - 20:55DRW-CNS
2h 25mdirect
14:50 - 16:55CNS-DRW
2h 35mdirect
$637Qantas Airways
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Australia is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $281, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of May, then departing from Australia during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $306.

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns from Australia. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $312. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $364. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cairns.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Australia to Cairns when you can find flight prices for as low as $317. Flying to Cairns in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are $399 on average. Flights to Cairns from Australia at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairns?

We recommend purchasing flights from Australia to Cairns 34 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to Cairns for $342.

Cheapest flights to Cairns

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM SYDNEYMay18% cheaperFlying from Sydney to Cairns costs on average just $281 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM SYDNEYDecember27% more expensiveIt costs about $438 for flights to Cairns from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM SYDNEYDecember547% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Cairns from Sydney in December than any other month

Cheap Cairns flight deals and tips

Summary info about Cairns flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$97

Best Round-Trip Price

$189

Fastest flight time

2h 15m

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December
The best one-way flight price to Cairns from Australia in the last 72 hours is $97 (Brisbane to Cairns).
The best round-trip flight price to Cairns from Australia in the last 72 hours is $189 (Coolangatta Gold Coast to Cairns).
The fastest flight to Cairns from Australia takes 2h 15m (Brisbane to Cairns).
December has the highest demand for flights to Cairns, with a 9% price increase on average.

Frequently asked questions about flying to Cairns

What is there to do in Cairns when it’s raining?

If you are planning a flight to Cairns and are looking to avoid the rain, you should avoid traveling during the months of January, February, and March. These months will typically see 5.1 inches or more of rain, meaning that rain is likely. If you do run into rain while in Cairns, there are still things to do and ways to enjoy your trip. Shopping centres like Cairns Central Shopping Centre are very popular destinations for those visiting the Cairns area. Cairns Central Shopping Centre is a great place to go if you’re looking to spend some time inside.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Cairns Airport?

Prices for flights to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

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How old do you have to be to fly to Cairns Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Cairns Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.


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Cheapest flight routes to Cairns

These routes have the cheapest flights to Cairns found by momondo users in Australia
DepartingDestinationBest TimeBest Price
CoolangattaCairns2h 25m$189
MaroochydoreCairns2h 20m$189
BrisbaneCairns2h 20m$197
SydneyCairns3h 00m$209
MelbourneCairns3h 15m$253
TownsvilleCairns0h 55m$299
AdelaideCairns3h 00m$336
LauncestonCairns11h 55m$387
NewcastleCairns5h 25m$391
HobartCairns5h 50m$418
PerthCairns4h 10m$439
CanberraCairns10h 35m$507
DarwinCairns2h 25m$591
YularaCairns2h 30m$597
BallinaCairns10h 10m$625
TamworthCairns7h 25m$875