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Cheap flights from Cairns to Airlie Beach from $259

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — MKY
23 Apr — 30 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Airlie Beach

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to Airlie Beach flight deals. Data was last updated 18 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$573

One-way from

$259
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/5-13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 45m total
  • Cairns to Airlie Beach
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 3/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 35m total
  • Cairns to Airlie Beach
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Airlie Beach
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Airlie Beach. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 April 2025.

Thu 8/506:45CNS - HTI
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/511:45HTI - CNS
1 stop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$573
Thu 8/519:00CNS - HTI
1 stop19h 40mJetstar
Tue 13/511:45HTI - CNS
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/4$586
Sun 1/606:00CNS - HTI
1 stop7h 25mVirgin Australia
Sun 8/614:05HTI - CNS
1 stop9h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/4$622
Thu 8/514:25CNS - HTI
3 stops21h 45mQantas Airways
Tue 13/514:20HTI - CNS
3 stops22h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/4$2,182

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Airlie Beach 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to Airlie Beach that are best for you.

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Cairns

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Airlie Beach

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsHamilton Island

CNS - HTI

CNSHTI

Cairns

Thu 8/5

06:45-14:10

1 stop7h 25m

Hamilton Island

Tue 13/5

11:45-23:05

1 stop11h 20m

$573

CairnsHamilton Island

CNS - HTI

CNSHTI

Cairns

Thu 8/5

19:00-14:40

1 stop19h 40m

Hamilton Island

Tue 13/5

11:45-23:05

1 stop11h 20m

$586

CairnsHamilton Island

CNS - HTI

CNSHTI

Cairns

Sun 1/6

06:00-13:25

1 stop7h 25m

Hamilton Island

Sun 8/6

14:05-23:35

1 stop9h 30m

$622

CairnsHamilton Island

CNS - HTI

CNSHTI

Cairns

Thu 8/5

14:25-12:10

3 stops21h 45m

Hamilton Island

Tue 13/5

14:20-12:55

3 stops22h 35m

$2,182

CairnsHamilton Island

CNS - HTI

CNSHTI

Cairns

Sun 1/6

06:00-13:25

1 stop7h 25m

$303

CairnsHamilton Island

CNS - HTI

CNSHTI

Cairns

Sun 1/6

21:30-14:10

2 stops16h 40m

$383

CairnsHamilton Island

CNS - HTI

CNSHTI

Cairns

Fri 15/8

21:30-11:05

1 stop13h 35m

$440

CairnsHamilton Island

CNS - HTI

CNSHTI

Cairns

Sun 1/6

13:40-12:10

3 stops22h 30m

$1,488

CairnsHamilton Island

CNS - HTI

CNSHTI

Cairns

Sat 16/8

13:40-13:40

3 stops24h 00m

$2,176

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Deals found on 17/4

Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Airlie Beach

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to Airlie Beach

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Airlie Beach (average of $147). Flying from Cairns to Airlie Beach in July is currently the most expensive (average of $309). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CNS to A1R?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Airlie Beach. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 April 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Cairns to Airlie Beach as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Airlie Beach

Explore weekly flight availability from Cairns to Airlie Beach. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 18 April 2025.

The most flights from CNS to A1R are scheduled on a Tuesday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Airlie Beach

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Airlie Beach. 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 Airlie Beach. Reviews last updated 18 April 2025.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
820 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
820 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
820 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
398 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
820 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
437 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
820 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairns to Airlie Beach. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to Airlie Beach?

    Most people fly from Cairns (CNS) if they book a flight from Cairns to Airlie Beach. On average, Cairns has 0 outbound flights to Airlie Beach per day from 3 airlines. Cairns is conveniently located just 4.4 km from Cairns’s city centre.

  • How popular is this Cairns to Airlie Beach flight route?

    Within the past month, 29 users have taken a look at flights from Cairns to Airlie Beach.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to Airlie Beach one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $259. Users have also found prices from $303 and $1,488 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Airlie Beach?

    While on average a flight from Cairns to Airlie Beach is generally $396, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $364. When looking at the most popular route, (Cairns - Hamilton Island), you can expect to pay $579 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Airlie Beach that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Airlie Beach flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Airlie Beach?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Airlie Beach.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Airlie Beach?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Airlie Beach by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Airlie Beach (average of $147). Flying from Cairns to Airlie Beach in July is currently the most expensive (average of $309). 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Cairns to Airlie Beach

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to Airlie Beach. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$445Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SkytransCheapest$523Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$726Average$930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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