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$235+ Cheap flights from Cairns

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/9. 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
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Sun 13/9

07:00-13:55

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 21/9

06:55-10:40

Nonstop5h 45m

$609

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Thu 10/9

07:00-13:55

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Wed 16/9

06:55-10:40

Nonstop5h 45m

$695

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Mon 14/9

09:40-00:10

1 stop12h 30m

Christchurch

Mon 21/9

06:55-10:40

Nonstop5h 45m

$781

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 3/9

06:00-16:10

1 stop8h 10m

Auckland Intl

Sat 12/9

17:45-09:00

1 stop17h 15m

$820

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Sun 13/9

20:55-13:00

2 stops38h 05m

Christchurch

Mon 21/9

06:55-10:40

Nonstop5h 45m

$832

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Fri 11/9

19:15-12:20

1 stop15h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 17/9

17:40-20:20

1 stop28h 40m

$919

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Mon 31/8

19:15-12:55

1 stop15h 40m

Christchurch

Mon 7/9

06:55-10:40

Nonstop5h 45m

$929

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Fri 11/9

19:10-13:30

1 stop16h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 17/9

10:25-10:40

1 stop26h 15m

$945

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Mon 31/8

06:45-17:35

3 stops32h 50m

Christchurch

Mon 7/9

06:55-10:40

Nonstop5h 45m

$946

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Sun 31/1

06:00-16:40

1 stop7h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 4/2

15:05-16:45

1 stop28h 40m

$962

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Travel insights for flights from Cairns

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns (average of $654). Flying from Cairns in December will prove the most costly (average of $1,081). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Cairns?

For round-trip flights from Cairns you’ll fly on: Jetstar. This airline flies to the following popular destinations: Auckland.

Jetstar
Jetstar
From $717

What are popular destinations to fly to from Cairns?

Some of the most frequent flights departing from Cairns everyday are: Brisbane (231 flights per day), Sydney (215 flights per day), and Melbourne (134 flights per day).

Brisbane
Brisbane
From $268
Christchurch
Christchurch
From $410
Port Moresby Jackson Fld
Port Moresby Jackson Fld
From $442

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Cairns?

The cheapest city to fly to from Cairns is Brisbane, with prices starting at $268. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Brisbane
Brisbane
From $268
Christchurch
Christchurch
From $410
Port Moresby Jackson Fld
Port Moresby Jackson Fld
From $442

When is the best time to book a flight from Cairns?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cairns, you should look to book at least 69 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Airline reviews for flights from Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Cairns. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches.
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
6.6
Okay
563 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.4

Entertainment

5.0

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.6

Food

5.7

Crew

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

MrD,Jul 2026

PER - ADL

Overall experience was satisfactory. Could have been easier to access airbridge on departing Perth as Gate 55 did not accommodate a wheel chair meaning a fair bit of pushing and restraining through a nearby Gate also using lifts. Adelaide -we had assistance on arrival with the wheel chair until a level floor was reached.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
563 reviews
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
563 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.4

Entertainment

5.0

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.6

Food

5.7

Crew

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

MrD,Jul 2026

PER - ADL

Overall experience was satisfactory. Could have been easier to access airbridge on departing Perth as Gate 55 did not accommodate a wheel chair meaning a fair bit of pushing and restraining through a nearby Gate also using lifts. Adelaide -we had assistance on arrival with the wheel chair until a level floor was reached.

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  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Cairns?

    The most popular destinations from Cairns this month are Brisbane, Denpasar, Melbourne Airport. The top year-round destinations include Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne Airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cairns to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Cairns for as low as $268 to Brisbane (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $647 to fly from Cairns.

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Cairns?

    Premium economy can provide you with benefits such as more leg room and ideal seating locations without the price tag of a business class flight. Some of the cheapest premium economy flight options from Cairns are below:
    Fly from Cairns to Singapore starting at $4,547

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from Cairns is currently March; with December being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

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