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$126+ Direct flights to Cairns

This is the cheapest price on a non-stop flight to Cairns found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CNS
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap direct flight deals to Cairns

Discover affordable direct flight deals to Cairns. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 726,782 searches and data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
Sat 15/206:00SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/215:45CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$227
Sat 1/208:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Sat 8/215:45CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/11$229
Tue 3/1206:00SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Tue 10/1206:40CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 19/11$230
Sun 15/1209:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mQantas Airways
Wed 8/112:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$831

One-way direct flights to Cairns

Explore one-way non-stop flights to Cairns for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 726,782 searches and data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
Sun 4/508:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/11$126
Thu 5/1206:00SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 17/11$132
Sat 11/109:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$223

Direct return flights to Cairns

Explore direct return flights to Cairns. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for return flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 726,782 searches and data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
Sat 15/206:00SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/215:45CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$227
Sat 1/208:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Sat 8/215:45CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/11$229
Tue 3/1206:00SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Tue 10/1206:40CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 19/11$230
Sun 15/1209:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mQantas Airways
Wed 8/112:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$831

Direct flights to Cairns departing soon

Discover non-stop flights to Cairns departing soon. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 726,782 searches and data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
Fri 29/1115:35SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sun 1/1206:40CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 18/11$395
Thu 28/1114:40SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/1218:20CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$441
Mon 25/1114:40SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Fri 29/1117:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/11$774

Best time to book a flight to Cairns

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide direct flights 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 20 November 2024.
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
821 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew were great. Food was amazing and the toilet was clean. Couldn’t ask for anything more.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
821 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
821 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew were great. Food was amazing and the toilet was clean. Couldn’t ask for anything more.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
489 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
821 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew were great. Food was amazing and the toilet was clean. Couldn’t ask for anything more.

Jetstar
6.7
Okay
508 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
821 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew were great. Food was amazing and the toilet was clean. Couldn’t ask for anything more.

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

FAQ about direct flights to Cairns

Find answers to frequently asked questions about direct flights to Cairns to unlock the best deals on Cheapflights.

  • How much are direct flights to Cairns?

    On average, a one-way direct flight to Cairns will cost users approximately $483. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Cairns, you can expect to pay around $1,141.

  • Which airlines fly direct to Cairns?

    At the moment, Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, Bonza, Rex, Airnorth, Skytrans offer direct flights to Cairns. Jetstar is currently the most popular airline that flies direct to Cairns.

  • How long is a direct flight to Cairns?

    While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Cairns to last approximately 2h 55m on average. The quickest direct flight to Cairns at this time departs from Townsville (0h 55m), while the longest leaves from Newcastle (5h 25m).

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

    If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Cairns, February is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. February may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Cairns, when demand is typically at its lowest.

  • What is the most popular direct flight origin to Cairns?

    Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Cairns is Melbourne Airport. A return direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns typically costs around $1,272.

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Airlines flying direct to Cairns

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