Cheap Flights to Cairns from $73 (2026/2027)

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

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 5
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$118 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$118
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, Nov 3 from Brisbane to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, Nov 5, priced at $118 found 3 days ago
Tue, May 5 - Thu, May 14
OOL
Coolangatta
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$166 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$166
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, May 5 from Coolangatta to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, May 14, priced at $166 found 14 hours ago
Thu, Jun 25 - Mon, Jun 29
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$175 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$175
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, Jun 25 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Jun 29, priced at $175 found 5 days ago
Thu, Apr 30 - Thu, May 7
MEL
Tullamarine
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$194 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, Apr 30 from Tullamarine to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, May 7, priced at $194 found 3 days ago
Sun, Apr 26 - Wed, Apr 29
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$394 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$394
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sun, Apr 26 from Adelaide to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, Apr 29, priced at $394 found 2 days ago
Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 10
NAN
Nadi Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$420 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$420
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 6 from Nadi Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Aug 10, priced at $420 found 4 days ago
Sat, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 8
CBR
Canberra Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$456 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$456
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, Aug 1 from Canberra Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Aug 8, priced at $456 found 13 hours ago
Tue, May 19 - Wed, May 27
NRT
Narita Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$491 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$491
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, May 19 from Narita Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, May 27, priced at $491 found 6 hours ago
Sat, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 15
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$895 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$895
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sat, Aug 8 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Aug 15, priced at $895 found 1 day ago
Thu, Jun 11 - Sat, Jun 20
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$944 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$944
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu, Jun 11 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Jun 20, priced at $944 found 3 days ago
Sat, Jul 25 - Sat, Aug 1
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$992 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$992
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sat, Jul 25 from San Francisco Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Aug 1, priced at $992 found 1 day ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BNECairnsMay 17 to May 18$141
OOLCairnsMay 5 to May 14$166
SYDCairnsJune 25 to June 29$175
MELCairnsMay 1 to May 3$308
ADLCairnsApril 26 to April 29$394
NRTCairnsMay 19 to May 27$491
PERCairnsJune 19 to June 26$536
AKLCairnsMay 28 to June 4$637
KIXCairnsJuly 23 to July 29$808
FCOCairnsJuly 17 to July 25$2,159
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BNECairnsApril 17 to April 18$215
SYDCairnsApril 17 to April 23$251
MELCairnsApril 19 to April 24$312
*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! (1,002 reviews)
Property Is very dated and dirty

Reviewed on Apr 8, 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! (1,002 reviews)
Mountain view was impressive we were fortune to watch a cruise ship dock a few meters from our hotel

Reviewed on Apr 9, 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)
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Reviewed on Apr 9, 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! (1,007 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 $118 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?
November 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 $118 and $2,159. 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.