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Cheap flights from Cairns to Airlie Beach from $148

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — MKY
4 Apr — 11 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 30 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$374

One-way from

$148
20/5-22/5
  • 20/5-22/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 15m total
  • Cairns to Airlie Beach
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 21/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 25m 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 30 March 2025.

Tue 20/506:00CNS - HTI
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 22/514:05HTI - CNS
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$437
Wed 14/506:45CNS - HTI
1 stop7h 55mJetstar
Wed 21/515:20HTI - CNS
1 stop26h 55mJetstar
Deal found 29/3$453
Tue 20/516:35CNS - HTI
1 stop21h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 22/511:20HTI - CNS
2 stops12h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/3$744
Sun 11/513:40CNS - HTI
3 stops24h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 18/512:50HTI - CNS
3 stops24h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/3$2,843

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to Airlie Beach that are best for you.

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Cairns

Fly to

Airlie Beach

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsHamilton Island

CNS - HTI

CNSHTI

Cairns

Tue 20/5

06:00-13:25

1 stop7h 25m

Hamilton Island

Thu 22/5

14:05-20:55

1 stop6h 50m

$437

CairnsHamilton Island

CNS - HTI

CNSHTI

Cairns

Wed 14/5

06:45-14:40

1 stop7h 55m

Hamilton Island

Wed 21/5

15:20-18:15

1 stop26h 55m

$453

CairnsHamilton Island

CNS - HTI

CNSHTI

Cairns

Tue 20/5

16:35-14:10

1 stop21h 35m

Hamilton Island

Thu 22/5

11:20-23:35

2 stops12h 15m

$744

CairnsHamilton Island

CNS - HTI

CNSHTI

Cairns

Sun 11/5

13:40-13:40

3 stops24h 00m

Hamilton Island

Sun 18/5

12:50-13:45

3 stops24h 55m

$2,843

CairnsHamilton Island

CNS - HTI

CNSHTI

Cairns

Sat 26/4

06:00-13:25

1 stop7h 25m

$415

CairnsHamilton Island

CNS - HTI

CNSHTI

Cairns

Sat 26/4

19:25-14:40

2 stops19h 15m

$480

CairnsHamilton Island

CNS - HTI

CNSHTI

Cairns

Sat 26/4

12:15-13:40

3 stops25h 25m

$2,452

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Deals found on 30/3

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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 30 March 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.

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 30 March 2025.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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?

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Virgin Australia. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $148. Users have also found prices from $480 and $1,644 on Jetstar and Air New Zealand, respectively.

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

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  • 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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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$464Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SkytransCheapest$530Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$735Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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