Cheap Flights to Cairns from $67 (2025/2026)

Wander Wisely with exceptional service, 24/7 supportOpens in a new window

Feel at ease with free flight cancellations within 24 hours of booking

Change your flight without a fee on select flights

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 12 - Sat, May 16
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$161 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$161
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, May 12 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, May 16, priced at $161 found 6 days ago
Mon, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 11
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$163 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Brisbane to Cairns Intl., returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $163 found 2 days ago
Thu, Nov 27 - Mon, Dec 1
MEL
Tullamarine
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$235 Roundtrip, just found
$235
Roundtrip
just found
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, Nov 27 from Tullamarine to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $235 just found
Thu, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 30
OOL
Coolangatta
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$249 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$249
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, Jan 22 from Coolangatta to Cairns Intl., returning Fri, Jan 30, priced at $249 found 18 hours ago
Thu, Jan 22 - Sat, Jan 31
BNK
Ballina - Byron Gateway
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$449 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$449
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, Jan 22 from Ballina - Byron Gateway to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Jan 31, priced at $449 found 1 day ago
Fri, Jun 5 - Tue, Jun 9
AKL
Auckland Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$566 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$566
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Fri, Jun 5 from Auckland Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Tue, Jun 9, priced at $566 found 2 days ago
Thu, Feb 19 - Thu, Mar 5
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$992 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$992
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu, Feb 19 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, Mar 5, priced at $992 found 3 days ago
Wed, May 27 - Wed, Jun 10
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,061 Roundtrip, just found
$1,061
Roundtrip
just found
Select All Nippon Airways flight, departing Wed, May 27 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, Jun 10, priced at $1,061 just found
Thu, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 20
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,064 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,064
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $1,064 found 4 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BNECairnsNovember 10 to November 11$163
SYDCairnsNovember 24 to December 4$177
MELCairnsNovember 27 to December 1$235
OOLCairnsJanuary 22 to January 30$249
ADLCairnsNovember 29 to December 1$467
PERCairnsNovember 9 to November 16$547
AKLCairnsNovember 27 to December 4$579
NRTCairnsDecember 20 to December 21$1,011
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SYDCairnsOctober 25 to October 26$170
MELCairnsOctober 24 to October 26$304
ADLCairnsOctober 25 to October 27$532
NRTCairnsOctober 24 to November 3$1,017
*Prices include taxes and fees

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 $161 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.
How can I check my flight status to Cairns?
Whether you want to check the status of your flight to Cairns or make changes to your itinerary, you'll find all the info you need on our customer portal, Trips. Click on "Trips" at the top of our homepage, then sign in or create a new account. Another convenient way to manage all your bookings is with the Travelocity app. Get real-time flight status alerts and share updates with any family flying with you.
How do I find the best deals on flights to Cairns?
Try these tricks — book early, avoid peak periods and be flexible with your travel dates. If your dates aren't set in stone, search for your flight to Cairns on Travelocity and click on "Flexible dates" above your results. This will help you locate any cheaper airfares on a nearby day. $161 was the best price for a roundtrip flight to Cairns in the last seven days. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Why should I book my flight to Cairns with Travelocity?
Check out cheap flights to Cairns with Travelocity and start arranging your next break away. With 24/7 customer service throughout every stage of the process and a Price Match Guarantee, we take the difficulty out of securing cheap family flights, hotels, rental cars and more. Lock in a fabulous deal today and get set for an unforgettable adventure.
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 $161 and $1,064. 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.