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.

Sun, May 3 - Wed, May 6
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$149 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, May 3 from Brisbane to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, May 6, priced at $149 found 2 days ago
Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Aug 31
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$186 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, Aug 28 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Aug 31, priced at $186 found 2 days ago
Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, Apr 29
MEL
Tullamarine
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$197 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, Apr 28 from Tullamarine to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, Apr 29, priced at $197 found 1 day ago
Sat, May 9 - Thu, May 14
PER
Perth
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$534 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$534
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, May 9 from Perth to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, May 14, priced at $534 found 1 day ago
Sat, Jun 13 - Sat, Jun 27
AKL
Auckland Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$540 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$540
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, Jun 13 from Auckland Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Jun 27, priced at $540 found 6 days ago
Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, May 3
DPS
Ngurah Rai Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$541 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$541
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, Apr 26 from Ngurah Rai Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sun, May 3, priced at $541 found 4 days ago
Mon, May 4 - Fri, May 8
SIN
Changi
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$586 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$586
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 4 from Changi to Cairns Intl., returning Fri, May 8, priced at $586 found 2 days ago
Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20
AYQ
Connellan
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$590 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$590
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, Apr 16 from Connellan to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Apr 20, priced at $590 found 5 days ago
Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$837 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$837
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 17 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, Sep 24, priced at $837 found 8 hours ago
Sat, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 8
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$848 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$848
Roundtrip
found 5 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 5 days ago
Tue, May 12 - Sat, May 16
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,003 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,003
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Tue, May 12 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, May 16, priced at $1,003 found 1 day ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BNECairnsMay 3 to May 6$149
OOLCairnsApril 23 to April 26$161
MELCairnsApril 28 to April 29$197
SYDCairnsMarch 29 to March 31$243
ADLCairnsMarch 28 to March 29$457
PERCairnsMay 9 to May 14$534
AKLCairnsJune 13 to June 27$540
NRTCairnsMay 22 to May 29$771
KIXCairnsApril 6 to April 11$1,048
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BNECairnsMarch 13 to March 19$253
SYDCairnsMarch 14 to March 18$313
MELCairnsMarch 14 to March 15$448
ADLCairnsMarch 14 to March 15$461
OOLCairnsMarch 13 to March 16$631
*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! (1,019 reviews)
Accomodation flawless. Everything within walking distance.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 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! (1,009 reviews)
The hotel was in the perfect location for exploring downtown as well as accessing the terminal for your tour to the GBR. The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean and well appointed. We had a lovely views of the water. We also used the pool which was also lovely. Great place to ...

Reviewed on Mar 8, 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! (1,003 reviews)
I absolutely loved my stay here! The staff were so helpful, my room was super clean and spacious and the location was perfect! 10/10

Reviewed on Mar 9, 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 Reef Fleet Terminal are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 6, 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 $149 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 $149 and $1,048. 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.