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

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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.

Tue, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 14
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$135 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$135
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Brisbane to Cairns Intl., returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $135 found 2 days ago
Sun, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 22
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$154 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$154
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, Oct 19 from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $154 found 5 days ago
Tue, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 28
MEL
Tullamarine
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$198 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, Nov 25 from Tullamarine to Cairns Intl., returning Fri, Nov 28, priced at $198 found 7 hours ago
Sat, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 30
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$337 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$337
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Adelaide to Cairns Intl., returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $337 found 1 day ago
Fri, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 14
PPP
Whitsunday Coast
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$417 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$417
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select FlexFlight flight, departing Fri, Dec 12 from Whitsunday Coast to Cairns Intl., returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $417 found 1 day ago
Wed, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 2
ZQN
Queenstown Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$494 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$494
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from Queenstown Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $494 found 2 days ago
Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
HNL
Daniel K. Inouye Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$949 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$949
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from Daniel K. Inouye Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $949 found 8 hours ago
Fri, Nov 21 - Thu, Nov 27
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$952 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$952
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Fri, Nov 21 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $952 found 2 days ago
Sun, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 3
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$987 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$987
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sun, Oct 26 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $987 found 5 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BNECairnsSeptember 9 to September 14$135
SYDCairnsDecember 3 to December 8$160
MELCairnsNovember 25 to November 28$198
OOLCairnsNovember 26 to November 29$245
ADLCairnsSeptember 20 to September 30$337
PERCairnsOctober 24 to October 26$527
AKLCairnsOctober 15 to October 20$592
NRTCairnsNovember 21 to November 25$828
KIXCairnsNovember 9 to November 17$837
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BNECairnsAugust 31 to September 3$239
SYDCairnsAugust 31 to September 2$243
MELCairnsAugust 30 to September 5$347
ADLCairnsAugust 29 to August 31$393
PERCairnsAugust 30 to September 4$516
KIXCairnsAugust 31 to September 3$840
NRTCairnsAugust 31 to September 3$877
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Cairns Flight and Hotel Packages

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The Reef Retreat
4.0-star property

The Reef Retreat

Oct 8 - Oct 14

6 night stay

Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $887, price is now $571 per person
$571
per person
found 10 hours ago
Coral Sands Resort
4.5-star property

Coral Sands Resort

Oct 8 - Oct 14

6 night stay

Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,165, price is now $682 per person
$682
per person
found 21 hours ago
The Reef House Adults Retreat
5.0-star property

The Reef House Adults Retreat

Oct 8 - Oct 14

6 night stay

Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $2,600, price is now $1,589 per person
$1,589
per person
found 10 hours ago
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Travelers ❤️ These Cairns 🏨

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
Stay at this 4-star 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 Cairns Central Shopping Centre are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"It was good"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this 5-star 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.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Room was perfect river view. Breakfast variety was great. Central location"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Hilton Cairns
Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley

5 out of 5
131-141 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice, comfortable and clean room and property in a very good location. Amazing views."

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

Crystalbrook Riley
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Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay. Good location. Asked for a cot and it was already set up upon check in and made. Thanks."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
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 $135 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?
September 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?
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How do I find the best deals on flights to Cairns?
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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 $135 and $987. 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.

Destinations in Cairns

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.