Cheap Flights to Cairns from $88 (2026/2027)

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

Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 3
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$141 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$141
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, May 28 from Brisbane to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, Jun 3, priced at $141 found 1 day ago
Wed, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 17
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$187 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Jun 3 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, Jun 17, priced at $187 found 6 days ago
Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 18
MEL
Tullamarine
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$187 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, Sep 14 from Tullamarine to Cairns Intl., returning Fri, Sep 18, priced at $187 found 12 hours ago
Sat, May 2 - Wed, May 6
AVV
Avalon
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$457 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$457
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, May 2 from Avalon to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, May 6, priced at $457 found 15 hours ago
Mon, Aug 10 - Wed, Aug 12
AKL
Auckland Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$513 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$513
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, Aug 10 from Auckland Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, Aug 12, priced at $513 found 20 hours ago
Thu, May 7 - Sat, May 16
HTI
Great Barrier Reef
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$536 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$536
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, May 7 from Great Barrier Reef to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, May 16, priced at $536 found 1 day ago
Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 4
AYQ
Connellan
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$598 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$598
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, Apr 30 from Connellan to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, May 4, priced at $598 found 4 days ago
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 12
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$897 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$897
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Tue, Sep 1 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Sep 12, priced at $897 found 3 days ago
Thu, Jun 11 - Sat, Jun 20
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$947 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$947
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu, Jun 11 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Jun 20, priced at $947 found 5 days ago
Sat, Jul 25 - Sat, Aug 8
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$957 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$957
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sat, Jul 25 from San Francisco Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Aug 8, priced at $957 found 1 day ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BNECairnsMay 28 to June 3$141
OOLCairnsMay 5 to May 14$166
SYDCairnsJune 3 to June 17$187
MELCairnsMay 25 to May 28$192
NRTCairnsMay 19 to May 27$491
AKLCairnsJune 4 to June 11$646
PERCairnsMay 6 to May 9$653
KIXCairnsMay 21 to May 27$780
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
OOLCairnsApril 25 to April 26$285
BNECairnsApril 24 to April 26$286
SYDCairnsApril 26 to May 1$292
MELCairnsApril 26 to April 30$308
AKLCairnsApril 25 to May 4$788
*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, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. 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! (1,004 reviews)
Very comfortable stay for a young family. Beds & pillow comfortable. Staff were efficient. Amenities whilst there were signs of wear & tear were still comfortable. Menu on offer could have more variety, but was fresh.

Reviewed on Apr 17, 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 Fleet Terminal are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Very nice hotel, on the waterfront. Good breakfast, easy to walk to the marina.

Reviewed on Apr 15, 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 Reef Fleet Terminal are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Everything was good.

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026

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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street Cairns North QLD
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Needs to update the images on the website rooms and building is outdated

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

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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 $141 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?
May 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 $141 and $957. 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.