Cheap Flights to Cairns from $82 (2026/2027)

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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To Cairns?

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

Thu, Jun 4 - Fri, Jun 5
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$171 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$171
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, Jun 4 from Brisbane to Cairns Intl., returning Fri, Jun 5, priced at $171 found 5 days ago
Fri, Aug 7 - Wed, Aug 12
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$197 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, Aug 7 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, Aug 12, priced at $197 found 12 hours ago
Fri, Apr 10 - Sun, Apr 12
MEL
Tullamarine
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$208 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, Apr 10 from Tullamarine to Cairns Intl., returning Sun, Apr 12, priced at $208 found 6 days ago
Sun, Mar 29 - Thu, Apr 2
MCY
Sunshine Coast
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$366 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$366
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, Mar 29 from Sunshine Coast to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, Apr 2, priced at $366 found 1 day ago
Sat, May 23 - Sat, May 30
AKL
Auckland Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$612 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$612
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sat, May 23 from Auckland Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, May 30, priced at $612 found 2 days ago
Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 11
SIN
Changi
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$621 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$621
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 4 from Changi to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, May 11, priced at $621 found 4 days ago
Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 12
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$836 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$836
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sat, Aug 29 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Sep 12, priced at $836 found 3 hours ago
Sat, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 8
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$897 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$897
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sat, Aug 1 from San Francisco Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Aug 8, priced at $897 found 6 days ago
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, Apr 30
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$946 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$946
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu, Apr 23 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, Apr 30, priced at $946 found 9 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BNECairnsJune 4 to June 5$171
SYDCairnsMay 17 to May 27$222
MELCairnsApril 16 to April 22$269
OOLCairnsJune 1 to June 11$278
ADLCairnsJune 2 to June 6$433
AKLCairnsMay 23 to May 30$612
NRTCairnsJune 8 to June 15$716
KIXCairnsJune 14 to June 21$787
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BNECairnsMarch 28 to March 29$219
SYDCairnsMarch 27 to March 31$326
AKLCairnsMarch 29 to December 31$721
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Great location, staff are very nice and overall we loved our experience. Lots of touches-up needed here and there but would definitely suggest to friends and family if they have a discount on the room.

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

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Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Reef Hotel Casino are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
The water view was amazing and the breakfast every morning was fantastic. Room service was quick and delicious.

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Bulmba-ja Arts Centre are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Great staff and great location

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

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Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Rondo Theatre are located nearby.
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to Cairns?
To give you a figure to work with, the cheapest roundtrip flight to Cairns cost $171 in the last seven days. An easy way to grab a travel bargain is to be flexible with your dates. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to Cairns departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?
June is the cheapest time to board a plane to Cairns — that's based on Travelocity's direct return flight demand from January to December last year. We can help you score a great bargain so you can start arranging your escape today.
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What are the most popular flight routes to Cairns?
To help you find flights to Cairns, check out our list of some of the leading routes:

  • Brisbane, QLD (BNE) to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 2,478 flights a month.
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine) to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 1,620 flights a month.
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 806 flights a month.

How much is a flight to Cairns on average?
Based on prices found over the last seven days, roundtrip flights to Cairns were between $171 and $946. Whenever you're ready to take off, Travelocity will help you find a fare that won't blow your budget. These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to Cairns?
To get a feel for the average duration of a direct flight to Cairns, check out these in-demand routes:

  • Brisbane, QLD (BNE) to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 2 hours and 23 minutes
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine) to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 3 hours and 21 minutes
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 1 hour and 2 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to Cairns?
What you can expect depends mostly on your airline and how long your journey is. Most airlines provide passengers with hot meals, drinks and entertainment on long-haul journeys. Whether you're seeking business class flights to Cairns or cheap flights for family vacations, you'll be well taken care of from boarding to touchdown.