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Cheapest Flights to Cairns

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Tue, 5 Aug. - Thu, 7 Aug.
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
AU$192 Return, found 1 hour ago
AU$192
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 5 Aug. from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Thu, 7 Aug., priced at AU$192 found 1 hour ago
Virgin Australia
Tue, 17 Feb. - Tue, 24 Feb.
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
AU$196 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$196
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, 17 Feb. from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Tue, 24 Feb., priced at AU$196 found 3 days ago
Jetstar
Wed, 7 Jan. - Sun, 25 Jan.
MCY
Maroochydore
CNS
Cairns
AU$206 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$206
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, 7 Jan. from Maroochydore to Cairns, returning Sun, 25 Jan., priced at AU$206 found 2 days ago
Jetstar
Sat, 7 Feb. - Fri, 6 Mar.
OOL
Gold Coast
CNS
Cairns
AU$216 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$216
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, 7 Feb. from Gold Coast to Cairns, returning Fri, 6 Mar., priced at AU$216 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Fri, 29 Aug. - Tue, 3 Feb.
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
AU$221 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$221
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 29 Aug. from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Tue, 3 Feb., priced at AU$221 found 5 days ago
Jetstar
Fri, 29 Aug. - Tue, 2 Sep.
SYD
Sydney
CNS
Cairns
AU$230 Return, just found
AU$230
Return
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 29 Aug. from Sydney to Cairns, returning Tue, 2 Sep., priced at AU$230 just found
Jetstar
Mon, 4 Aug. - Fri, 8 Aug.
NTL
Newcastle
CNS
Cairns
AU$238 Return, found 22 hours ago
AU$238
Return
found 22 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, 4 Aug. from Newcastle to Cairns, returning Fri, 8 Aug., priced at AU$238 found 22 hours ago
Regional Express
Thu, 31 Jul. - Tue, 5 Aug.
TSV
Townsville
CNS
Cairns
AU$291 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$291
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Regional Express flight, departing Thu, 31 Jul. from Townsville to Cairns, returning Tue, 5 Aug., priced at AU$291 found 6 days ago
Qantas Airways
Sat, 3 Jan. - Sat, 10 Jan.
TSV
Townsville
CNS
Cairns
AU$308 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$308
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sat, 3 Jan. from Townsville to Cairns, returning Sat, 10 Jan., priced at AU$308 found 5 days ago
Indonesia AirAsia
Fri, 20 Mar. - Mon, 30 Mar.
DPS
Bali
CNS
Cairns
AU$335 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$335
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Indonesia AirAsia flight, departing Fri, 20 Mar. from Bali to Cairns, returning Mon, 30 Mar., priced at AU$335 found 1 day ago

Cairns Flights

When was the last time you embarked on a grand adventure? Whether it was last month or years ago, there’s never been a better time to start planning your next big trip. Book tickets to Cairns today and get ready to build your travel itinerary, from exploring the area with your family to recharging in the change of scenery. During your stay, visit the must-see attractions, chow down on the local cuisine, and relish in a holiday state of mind. However you decide to spend your upcoming trip, we’re here to make your travel plans easy and affordable.

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Cairns Flights Information

Airlines serving
Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Indonesia AirAsia, Regional Express, Qantas Airways
Roundtrip price
from AU$192

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights to Cairns that have flexible change policies?
When it comes to travelling these days, flexibility is key. That's why we have a "No change fee" search function to help you track down flexible, affordable airfares to Cairns. It's on the left of your screen directly under the "Flexible change policies" subheading.
How can I find cheap tickets to Cairns?
Book ahead of time, fly to or from nearby airports, use frequent flyer miles --- there's no shortage of ways! Another one is to use Expedia's "flexible dates" feature. Find your Cairns flight, then compare the cheapest prices for nearby dates. In the last seven days, the best price for a flight to Cairns was AU$192.
How much is a flight to Cairns?
You could have locked in a return ticket to Cairns from anywhere between AU$192 and AU$335 in the last seven days. For one-way trips leaving from Brisbane (BNE), the lowest amount paid during this time was AU$96.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Cairns?
Taking off on a Tuesday, followed by a Monday, is generally the best way to score the cheapest fare. Avoid weekends if possible, because Saturday is typically the most expensive day of the week. Spend the dollars you saved living it up in Cairns instead!
How much is a plane ticket to Cairns?
Plane tickets to Cairns ranged from AU$192 to AU$335 in the last seven days. Normally, the earlier you book the better the price.
What are the best things to do in Cairns?

  • Start off your Cairns break in the lively city of Lamb Range. There's so much to keep you on the go here, from impressive attractions like Copperlode Dam to amazing food, entertainment, shopping and more.
  • Lamb Range is known for its humid subtropical climate. But before you set off, see what the weather will be up to during your visit. Dry, wet, hot or cold, it's always a good idea to be ready for anything!
  • When you're ready to get out and experience more of this region, grab one of our low-priced car rentals and head toward Cairns. It's about 13 kilometres to the northeast of Lamb Range and is also the home of leading tourist attractions, including Cairns Cable Ski.

What months are the cheapest to book a flight to Cairns?
February is the most affordable month to secure a seat for your Cairns getaway. Airfares are priciest over December, so avoid this time if you can.

Trending flights to Cairns

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Tue, 5 Aug. - Thu, 7 Aug.
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
AU$192 Return, found 1 hour ago
AU$192
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 5 Aug. from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Thu, 7 Aug., priced at AU$192 found 1 hour ago
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