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Cheapest Flights to Cairns

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Sat., 10 May - Sat., 17 May
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
NZ$206 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$206
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat., 10 May from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sat., 17 May, priced at NZ$206 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Sat., 17 May - Wed., 21 May
SYD
Sydney
CNS
Cairns
NZ$250 Return, found 15 hours ago
NZ$250
Return
found 15 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat., 17 May from Sydney to Cairns, returning Wed., 21 May, priced at NZ$250 found 15 hours ago
Jetstar
Sun., 1 Jun. - Sun., 8 Jun.
OOL
Gold Coast
CNS
Cairns
NZ$278 Return, found 6 days ago
NZ$278
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun., 1 Jun. from Gold Coast to Cairns, returning Sun., 8 Jun., priced at NZ$278 found 6 days ago
Jetstar
Thu., 26 Jun. - Wed., 2 Jul.
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
NZ$311 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$311
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu., 26 Jun. from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Wed., 2 Jul., priced at NZ$311 found 1 day ago
Virgin Australia
Sat., 9 Aug. - Sat., 16 Aug.
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns
NZ$450 Return, found 9 hours ago
NZ$450
Return
found 9 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sat., 9 Aug. from Adelaide to Cairns, returning Sat., 16 Aug., priced at NZ$450 found 9 hours ago
Jetstar
Mon., 12 May - Tue., 20 May
CHC
Christchurch
CNS
Cairns
NZ$556 Return, found 4 days ago
NZ$556
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon., 12 May from Christchurch to Cairns, returning Tue., 20 May, priced at NZ$556 found 4 days ago
Jetstar
Fri., 6 Jun. - Thu., 26 Jun.
AKL
Auckland
CNS
Cairns
NZ$720 Return, found 23 hours ago
NZ$720
Return
found 23 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri., 6 Jun. from Auckland to Cairns, returning Thu., 26 Jun., priced at NZ$720 found 23 hours ago
Fiji Airways
Fri., 1 Aug. - Tue., 5 Aug.
WLG
Wellington
CNS
Cairns
NZ$769 Return, found 4 days ago
NZ$769
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Fri., 1 Aug. from Wellington to Cairns, returning Tue., 5 Aug., priced at NZ$769 found 4 days ago
Virgin Australia
Thu., 23 Oct. - Wed., 29 Oct.
DRW
Darwin
CNS
Cairns
NZ$789 Return, found 18 hours ago
NZ$789
Return
found 18 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu., 23 Oct. from Darwin to Cairns, returning Wed., 29 Oct., priced at NZ$789 found 18 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Thu., 22 May - Sat., 31 May
PER
Perth
CNS
Cairns
NZ$827 Return, found 6 days ago
NZ$827
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu., 22 May from Perth to Cairns, returning Sat., 31 May, priced at NZ$827 found 6 days ago

Trending flights to Cairns

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Mon., 12 May - Tue., 20 May
CHC
Christchurch
CNS
Cairns
NZ$556 Return, found 4 days ago
NZ$556
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon., 12 May from Christchurch to Cairns, returning Tue., 20 May, priced at NZ$556 found 4 days ago

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights to Cairns that have flexible change policies?
When it comes to travelling these days, flexibility is key. That’s why we have a “No change fee” search function to help you track down flexible, affordable airfares to Cairns. It’s on the left of your screen directly under the “Flexible change policies” subheading.
How can I find cheap tickets to Cairns?
Book ahead of time, fly to or from nearby airports, use frequent flyer miles — there’s no shortage of ways! Another one is to use Expedia’s “flexible dates” feature. Find your Cairns flight, then compare the cheapest prices for nearby dates. In the last seven days, the best price for a flight to Cairns was NZ$206.
How much is a flight to Cairns?
You could have locked in a return ticket to Cairns from anywhere between NZ$206 and NZ$827 in the last seven days. For one-way trips leaving from Sydney (SYD), the lowest amount paid during this time was NZ$120.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Cairns?
Taking off on a Tuesday, followed by a Monday, is generally the best way to score the cheapest fare. Avoid weekends if possible, because Saturday is typically the most expensive day of the week. Spend the dollars you saved living it up in Cairns instead!
How much is a plane ticket to Cairns?
Plane tickets to Cairns ranged from NZ$206 to NZ$827 in the last seven days. Normally, the earlier you book the better the price.
What are the best things to do in Cairns?

  • Start off your Cairns break in the lively city of Lamb Range. There’s so much to keep you on the go here, from impressive attractions like Copperlode Dam to amazing food, entertainment, shopping and more.
  • Lamb Range is known for its humid subtropical climate. But before you set off, see what the weather will be up to during your visit. Dry, wet, hot or cold, it’s always a good idea to be ready for anything!
  • When you’re ready to get out and experience more of this region, grab one of our low-priced car rentals and head toward Cairns. It’s about 13 kilometres to the northeast of Lamb Range and is also the home of leading tourist attractions, including Cairns Cable Ski.

What months are the cheapest to book a flight to Cairns?
February is the most affordable month to secure a seat for your Cairns getaway. Airfares are priciest over December, so avoid this time if you can.
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