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Cheap flights from Ballina to Cairns from $253

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 11/6. 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.
BNK — CNS
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
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Cheap flight deals from Ballina to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ballina (BNK) to Cairns (CNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 May 2024.

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$282

One-way from

$253
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Ballina to Cairns?

Travellers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 116% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ballina to Cairns?

November is one of the best times of the year to fly to Cairns from Ballina. Prices for November average $576 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $452. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July. Opting for a November flight can save you 62% on your journey compared to booking in July

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ballina to Cairns (BNK - CNS)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Ballina to Cairns in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 5% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Ballina to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Ballina and Cairns. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Virgin Australia flights travelling from Ballina to Cairns. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Fri 18/1016:25BNK - CNS
1 stop25h 35mVirgin Australia
Mon 21/1018:15CNS - BNK
1 stop16h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/5$468
Fri 18/1016:25BNK - CNS
2 stops7h 55mVirgin Australia
Mon 21/1006:00CNS - BNK
2 stops8h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/5$536
Thu 13/612:45BNK - CNS
2 stops11h 10mVirgin Australia
Sat 15/616:35CNS - BNK
1 stop19h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/5$656
Thu 13/612:45BNK - CNS
2 stops11h 10mVirgin Australia
Sat 15/616:35CNS - BNK
1 stop19h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/5$662
Thu 13/612:45BNK - CNS
2 stops11h 10mVirgin Australia
Sat 15/611:50CNS - BNK
2 stops24h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/5$774
Thu 13/612:45BNK - CNS
2 stops11h 10mVirgin Australia
Sat 15/620:50CNS - BNK
2 stops15h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/5$828

Cheap Jetstar flights from Ballina to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Ballina and Cairns. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Jetstar flights we've found at this time heading from Ballina to Cairns. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Thu 13/616:40BNK - CNS
1 stop6h 10mJetstar
Sat 15/618:55CNS - BNK
1 stop13h 10mJetstar
Deal found 14/5$549
Thu 13/608:40BNK - CNS
1 stop14h 10mJetstar
Sat 15/618:55CNS - BNK
1 stop13h 10mJetstar
Deal found 15/5$554

Cheap Ballina to Cairns flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Ballina to Cairns specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Prices were last updated on 16 May 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Ballina to Cairns in May and June 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 13/608:40BNK - CNS
1 stop14h 10mJetstar
Sat 15/618:55CNS - BNK
1 stop13h 10mJetstar
Deal found 15/5$554
Thu 13/608:40BNK - CNS
1 stop14h 10mJetstar
Sat 15/618:55CNS - BNK
1 stop13h 10mJetstar
Deal found 16/5$555
Thu 13/612:45BNK - CNS
2 stops11h 10mVirgin Australia
Sat 15/616:35CNS - BNK
1 stop19h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/5$662
Thu 13/612:45BNK - CNS
2 stops11h 10mVirgin Australia
Sat 15/616:35CNS - BNK
1 stop19h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/5$663
Thu 13/612:45BNK - CNS
2 stops11h 10mVirgin Australia
Sat 15/611:50CNS - BNK
2 stops24h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/5$774
Thu 13/612:45BNK - CNS
2 stops11h 10mVirgin Australia
Sat 15/620:50CNS - BNK
2 stops15h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/5$789

Ballina to Cairns 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Ballina and Cairns in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Ballina to Cairns in May and June 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 13/608:40BNK - CNS
1 stop14h 10mJetstar
Sat 15/618:55CNS - BNK
1 stop13h 10mJetstar
Deal found 15/5$554
Thu 13/608:40BNK - CNS
1 stop14h 10mJetstar
Sat 15/618:55CNS - BNK
1 stop13h 10mJetstar
Deal found 16/5$555
Thu 13/612:45BNK - CNS
2 stops11h 10mVirgin Australia
Sat 15/616:35CNS - BNK
1 stop19h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/5$662
Thu 13/612:45BNK - CNS
2 stops11h 10mVirgin Australia
Sat 15/616:35CNS - BNK
1 stop19h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/5$663
Thu 13/612:45BNK - CNS
2 stops11h 10mVirgin Australia
Sat 15/611:50CNS - BNK
2 stops24h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/5$774
Thu 13/612:45BNK - CNS
2 stops11h 10mVirgin Australia
Sat 15/620:50CNS - BNK
2 stops15h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/5$789

One-way flights to Cairns from Ballina

Search for one-way flight options from Ballina to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Ballina to Cairns can choose from these deals. For those needing a return trip from Ballina, there is a search form available above.
Tue 11/616:40BNK - CNS
1 stop16h 35mJetstar
Deal found 15/5$253
Tue 11/616:40BNK - CNS
2 stops15h 45mJetstar
Deal found 15/5$304
Tue 11/608:40BNK - CNS
3 stops12h 40mJetstar
Deal found 15/5$576

Find flights from Ballina to Cairns within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Ballina to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.

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Ballina ByronCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Thu 17/10

1 stop7h 25m

Cairns

Wed 23/10

1 stop8h 30m

$389

Ballina ByronCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Thu 17/10

1 stop7h 25m

Cairns

Tue 22/10

1 stop8h 30m

$409

Ballina ByronCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Fri 18/10

1 stop7h 25m

Cairns

Wed 23/10

1 stop8h 30m

$416

Ballina ByronCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Fri 18/10

1 stop7h 25m

Cairns

Tue 22/10

1 stop8h 30m

$436

Ballina ByronCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Thu 17/10

1 stop7h 10m

Cairns

Mon 21/10

1 stop8h 10m

$448

Ballina ByronCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Fri 18/10

1 stop25h 35m

Cairns

Mon 21/10

1 stop16h 50m

$468

Ballina ByronCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Fri 18/10

2 stops7h 55m

Cairns

Mon 21/10

2 stops8h 45m

$536

Ballina ByronCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Thu 13/6

1 stop6h 10m

Cairns

Sat 15/6

1 stop13h 10m

$549

Ballina ByronCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Thu 13/6

1 stop14h 10m

Cairns

Sat 15/6

1 stop13h 10m

$554

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Ballina to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Ballina to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Ballina to Cairns flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Cairns by month

Plan your trip from Ballina to Cairns by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Ballina to Cairns is currently $378 while a return flight costs $467. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ballina to Cairns (average of $188). Flying from Ballina to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $280). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$281

February

$283

March

$284

April

$293

May

$287

June

$419

July

$377

August

$317

September

$335

October

$292

November

$296

December

$299

Temperature and rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CNS

Temperature

21 - 27 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated 16 May 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Ballina to Cairns to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
649 reviews
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Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.7

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
649 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
649 reviews
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Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.7

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
638 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
649 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.7

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Ballina to Cairns for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Ballina to Cairns for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $389, but on average you can expect to pay $518.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ballina to Cairns round-trip?

    Flying on Virgin Australia is currently your cheapest option to Cairns, with prices starting at $468. Another option worth looking into is Jetstar, starting at $549 round trip. Virgin Australia is currently priced 18% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What does BNK to CNS mean?

    Great question - BNK to CNS just means Ballina Byron Airport to Cairns Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

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  • Can I find deals for flights from Ballina to Cairns that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Ballina to Cairns offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Ballina to Cairns?

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    The Ballina to Cairns flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 16/5.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Ballina to Cairns

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JetstarCheapest$396Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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