Cheap Flights to Cairns from $70 (2026/2027)

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Fri, May 22 - Sat, May 23
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$152 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$152
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, May 22 from Brisbane to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, May 23, priced at $152 found 5 days ago
Sat, Apr 25 - Tue, Apr 28
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$163 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, Apr 25 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $163 found 19 hours ago
Mon, May 25 - Thu, May 28
MEL
Tullamarine
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$203 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, May 25 from Tullamarine to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, May 28, priced at $203 found 5 days ago
Mon, Mar 23 - Wed, Mar 25
OOL
Coolangatta
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$209 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$209
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, Mar 23 from Coolangatta to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, Mar 25, priced at $209 found 2 days ago
Mon, Jun 1 - Tue, Jun 16
POM
Jackson Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$352 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$352
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Niugini flight, departing Mon, Jun 1 from Jackson Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Tue, Jun 16, priced at $352 found 1 day ago
Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 21
PER
Perth
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$391 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$391
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, Sep 5 from Perth to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Sep 21, priced at $391 found 4 days ago
Sat, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 21
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$837 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$837
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sat, Sep 12 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Sep 21, priced at $837 found 23 hours ago
Sat, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 8
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$848 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$848
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 $848 found 6 days ago
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Nov 21
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,003 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$1,003
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sat, Oct 24 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Nov 21, priced at $1,003 found 19 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BNECairnsMay 22 to May 23$152
SYDCairnsApril 25 to April 28$163
MELCairnsMay 25 to May 28$203
OOLCairnsMarch 23 to March 25$209
ADLCairnsApril 20 to April 29$444
AKLCairnsApril 23 to April 26$498
PERCairnsMarch 13 to March 20$599
KIXCairnsMay 9 to May 18$713
NRTCairnsMay 17 to May 22$737
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SYDCairnsFebruary 27 to March 3$269
BNECairnsFebruary 28 to March 1$282
MELCairnsFebruary 27 to March 6$427
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Cairns Flight and Hotel Packages

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Coral Sands Resort
4.5-star property

Coral Sands Resort

Mar 2 - Mar 9

7 night stay

Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $846, price is now $560 per person
$560
per person
found 1 day ago
The Reef House Adults Retreat
5.0-star property

The Reef House Adults Retreat

Mar 2 - Mar 9

7 night stay

Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $2,440, price is now $1,216 per person
$1,216
per person
found 1 day ago
201 Lake Street Apartments
4.5-star property

201 Lake Street Apartments

Mar 2 - Mar 9

7 night stay

Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $830, price is now $567 per person
$567
per person
found 1 day ago
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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 JUTE Theatre Company are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
The day of the 15th, when the room was serviced, a few things were not done. I had to request tea bags, hand towels, etc. For a Hilton Hotel at $260 per night, I was slightly disappointed. Next time I stay in Cairns, I will choose another hotel. Buffet breakfast was excellent

Reviewed on Feb 17, 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 family-friendly 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)
Good service. Good facilities very comfortable bed

Reviewed on Feb 19, 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)
Fabulous room with two queensize beds, roomy well designed bathroom, bar fridge, kettle and tea and coffee sachets. The groundfloor room had an outdoor table and chairs overlooking the pool surrounded by palms and tropical vegetation.

Reviewed on Feb 20, 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.
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Room was spotless and the staff extremely friendly and helpful. Great location and we will definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on Feb 20, 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 $152 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 $152 and $1,003. 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.