Cheap Flights to Cairns from $83 (2026/2027)

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

Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$180 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, Oct 22 from Brisbane to Cairns Intl., returning Tue, Oct 27, priced at $180 found 4 days ago
Fri, Aug 7 - Wed, Aug 12
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$197 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, Aug 7 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, Aug 12, priced at $197 found 2 days ago
Fri, May 22 - Tue, May 26
MEL
Tullamarine
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$201 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, May 22 from Tullamarine to Cairns Intl., returning Tue, May 26, priced at $201 found 4 days ago
Tue, Jul 7 - Fri, Jul 17
NRT
Narita Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$472 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$472
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, Jul 7 from Narita Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Fri, Jul 17, priced at $472 found 3 hours ago
Mon, Jul 20 - Mon, Jul 27
AKL
Auckland Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$562 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$562
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, Jul 20 from Auckland Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Jul 27, priced at $562 found 2 days ago
Wed, May 6 - Sun, May 10
DPS
Ngurah Rai Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$567 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$567
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, May 6 from Ngurah Rai Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sun, May 10, priced at $567 found 23 hours ago
Thu, May 14 - Mon, Jun 15
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$835 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$835
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu, May 14 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Jun 15, priced at $835 found 2 hours ago
Sat, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 8
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$895 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$895
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Sat, Aug 1 from San Francisco Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Aug 8, priced at $895 found 1 day ago
Thu, May 14 - Sat, May 23
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$945 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$945
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu, May 14 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, May 23, priced at $945 found 5 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
OOLCairnsMay 17 to May 21$178
BNECairnsJune 2 to June 11$200
MELCairnsMay 22 to May 26$201
SYDCairnsMay 14 to May 18$204
ADLCairnsApril 27 to April 30$438
NRTCairnsJuly 7 to July 17$472
PERCairnsJune 19 to June 29$551
AKLCairnsMay 9 to May 16$622
KIXCairnsJune 14 to June 21$787
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SYDCairnsApril 4 to April 9$474
MELCairnsApril 3 to April 10$724
NRTCairnsApril 3 to April 18$765
ADLCairnsApril 3 to April 6$1,027
*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! (1,007 reviews)
Shangri-La Marina Cairns 9/10 1. Desk/usable table (close to power points) ✔️ 2. Free Wifi ✔️ 3. Occasional Chair or couch ✔️ 4. Coffee Facilities (pod machine) ✔️ 5. Luggage Stand (for suitcase) ✔️ 6. Iron and Ironing Board ✔️ 7. Walk-in shower (not a shower in a tub or disabled bathroom) ✔️ 8. ...

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

Opens in a new windowShangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
did not use the breakfast bar. But did order brekkie for room service. basic eggs and bacon brekkie was superb and a good price at 28 AUD!

Reviewed on Mar 28, 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! (1,003 reviews)
Get the breakfast . It is excellent . Nice hotel in a great spot to get to laces like the marina , aquarium and night market

Reviewed on Mar 29, 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)
Nice poolside staff helpful handy location

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

Opens in a new windowCairns Colonial Club Resort
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 $178 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?
October 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 $178 and $1,027. 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.