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$342+ Direct flights from Cairns

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CNS — AKL
1 Dec — 8 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 1 November 2025.

Thu 22/107:15CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Mon 2/208:20CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mJetstar
Deal found 1/11$491
Thu 15/107:15CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Mon 19/108:20CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mJetstar
Deal found 1/11$529
Tue 2/1207:15CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Fri 12/1208:20CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mJetstar
Deal found 31/10$531

Find direct flights from Cairns within your budget

 
Use the slider to find direct flights from Cairns within your budget. Price data is based on user searches made on Cheapflights. Over the past seven days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. This data was last updated on 1 November 2025.

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Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Thu 22/1

07:15-15:10

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 2/2

08:20-10:55

Nonstop5h 35m

$491

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Thu 15/1

07:15-15:10

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 19/1

08:20-10:55

Nonstop5h 35m

$529

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Tue 2/12

07:15-15:10

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Fri 12/12

08:20-10:55

Nonstop5h 35m

$531

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Tue 31/3

07:00-14:55

Nonstop4h 55m

$342

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Sun 29/3

07:00-14:55

Nonstop4h 55m

$354

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Thu 12/2

07:15-15:10

Nonstop4h 55m

$498

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Tue 31/3

10:55-18:35

Nonstop4h 40m

$581

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sat 4/4

10:55-18:35

Nonstop4h 40m

$583

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Sun 28/12

07:15-15:10

Nonstop4h 55m

$796

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 31/10

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Reviews of airlines flying direct to Cairns

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Read reviews from past customers who have flown Jetstar from Cairns. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
478 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.4

Crew

7.3

Overall

6.5

Food

5.6

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Matt,Jul 2025

DPS - MEL

One of the worst flights I've ever been on. Avoid Jetstar and particular this redeye at all costs
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
478 reviews
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
478 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.4

Crew

7.3

Overall

6.5

Food

5.6

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Matt,Jul 2025

DPS - MEL

One of the worst flights I've ever been on. Avoid Jetstar and particular this redeye at all costs

Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Cairns. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 1 November 2025.

  • Where can you fly direct from Cairns?

    Currently, the most popular direct flight destination from Cairns is Brisbane.

  • How much are direct flights from Cairns?

    On average, a one-way direct flight from Cairns will cost users approximately $415. If you're looking for a direct round-trip flight from Cairns, you can expect to pay around $438.

  • How long is a direct flight from Cairns?

    While the flight duration depends heavily on the destination, on average, travelers can expect non-stop flights from Cairns to last approximately 4h 55m on average. The quickest direct flight from Cairns at this time departs from Cairns (4h 55m), while the longest leaves from Cairns (4h 55m).

  • What is the best time of year to fly direct from Cairns?

    If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight from Cairns, June is worth consideration as prices are at their lowest, on average. In terms of the number of daily non-stop flights, June offers travelers the most options.

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