Cheap Flights to Cairns from $73 (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.

Tue, May 19 - Thu, May 21
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$163 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, May 19 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, May 21, priced at $163 found 4 days ago
Mon, Apr 27 - Thu, Apr 30
MEL
Tullamarine
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$187 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, Apr 27 from Tullamarine to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, Apr 30, priced at $187 found 5 days ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$188 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, Nov 16 from Brisbane to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, Nov 18, priced at $188 found 2 days ago
Wed, Mar 18 - Tue, Mar 24
NTL
Williamtown
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$386 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$386
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, Mar 18 from Williamtown to Cairns Intl., returning Tue, Mar 24, priced at $386 found 1 day ago
Sat, May 23 - Sat, May 30
PPP
Whitsunday Coast
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$404 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$404
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sat, May 23 from Whitsunday Coast to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, May 30, priced at $404 found 5 days ago
Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 31
CBR
Canberra Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$470 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$470
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, Aug 17 from Canberra Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Aug 31, priced at $470 found 2 days ago
Wed, Jul 15 - Fri, Jul 31
NRT
Narita Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$536 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$536
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Jul 15 from Narita Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Fri, Jul 31, priced at $536 found 21 hours ago
Sat, Jun 13 - Sat, Jun 27
AKL
Auckland Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$540 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$540
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, Jun 13 from Auckland Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Jun 27, priced at $540 found 1 day ago
Sat, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 31
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$837 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$837
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sat, Aug 22 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Aug 31, priced at $837 found 5 days ago
Sat, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 8
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$848 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$848
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sat, Aug 1 from San Francisco Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Aug 8, priced at $848 found 1 hour ago
Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 4
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,003 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,003
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu, May 28 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, Jun 4, priced at $1,003 found 5 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SYDCairnsApril 20 to April 23$170
MELCairnsApril 27 to April 30$187
BNECairnsJune 9 to June 12$196
OOLCairnsMay 28 to May 30$276
ADLCairnsMarch 28 to April 4$458
AKLCairnsJune 13 to June 27$540
PERCairnsApril 27 to May 6$597
NRTCairnsJune 14 to June 18$726
KIXCairnsMarch 19 to March 23$1,126
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BNECairnsMarch 6 to March 10$242
SYDCairnsMarch 8 to March 18$365
MELCairnsMarch 7 to March 17$477
*Prices include taxes and fees

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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! (1,005 reviews)
We loved the location and our ocean view. The breakfast and all of the staff were outstanding! Unfortunately the pool was out of order while we were there. But otherwise a lovely stay!

Reviewed on Mar 3, 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! (1,001 reviews)
The room does not have a toaster, microwave or a sink. They do not even provide drinking water in a jug. They wanted me to bring my food down to reception/lobby and they will not allow me to use their microwave but heat my food without washing hands. Absolutely unacceptable to me as a doctor. Use ...

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

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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! (1,011 reviews)
Very good location and the horizon lounge a must

Reviewed on Mar 2, 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.
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
The pools and 2 restaurants made it a very convenient stay. It’s close to grocery stores so we could get some snacks. The resort dated, but clean and comfortable! The fire alarm went off in our room at 7am the morning we were leaving, so that got us out of there early. I’m sure a battery change would ...

Reviewed on Mar 2, 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 $163 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 $163 and $1,126. 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.