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Cheap flights from Queensland to Cairns from $84

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 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNE — CNS
10 Feb — 17 Feb1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Queensland to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Queensland (AUQLD) 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 5 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$186

One-way from

$84

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$243

Good round-trip deal

$204 or less

Good one-way deal

$100 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 4/3-11/3
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 25m total
  • Queensland to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 18/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 30m total
  • Queensland to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Queensland to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Queensland to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 February 2025.

Tue 4/318:35MCY - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Tue 11/315:50CNS - MCY
Nonstop2h 05mJetstar
Deal found 4/2$186
Thu 20/208:50BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Sun 23/206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 3/2$193
Fri 21/306:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$218
Wed 5/306:40OOL - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Sun 9/309:45CNS - OOL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/2$233
Wed 16/406:10BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Mon 21/406:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/2$238
Thu 6/318:00TSV - CNS
Nonstop1h 05mRex
Sun 9/308:05CNS - TSV
Nonstop1h 00mRex
Deal found 4/2$297
Thu 6/309:30MCY - CNS
1 stop7h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/315:50CNS - MCY
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$349
Mon 10/306:40OOL - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/311:40CNS - OOL
2 stops7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$374
Thu 20/206:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mQantas Airways
Sun 23/220:35CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/2$376
Wed 12/220:45TSV - CNS
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/207:15CNS - TSV
Nonstop1h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$408
Wed 12/211:35TSV - CNS
Nonstop0h 55mQantas Airways
Tue 18/208:00CNS - TSV
Nonstop0h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/2$411
Fri 24/1016:20MCY - CNS
1 stop18h 05mVirgin Australia
Thu 6/1117:35CNS - MCY
1 stop15h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/2$472

Find flights from Queensland to Cairns within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Queensland 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 5 February 2025.

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MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Tue 4/3

18:35-20:55

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Tue 11/3

15:50-17:55

Nonstop2h 05m

$186

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Wed 19/2

19:00-21:20

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Wed 26/2

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

$193

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Fri 21/3

06:00-08:20

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Fri 28/3

06:00-08:20

Nonstop2h 20m

$218

CoolangattaCairns

OOL - CNS

OOLCNS

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 5/3

06:40-09:05

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Sun 9/3

09:45-12:00

Nonstop2h 15m

$233

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Thu 17/7

21:05-23:35

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Thu 24/7

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

$236

TownsvilleCairns

TSV - CNS

TSVCNS

Townsville

Thu 6/3

18:00-19:05

Nonstop1h 05m

Cairns

Sun 9/3

08:05-09:05

Nonstop1h 00m

$297

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 6/3

09:30-16:45

1 stop7h 15m

Cairns

Sun 9/3

15:50-17:55

Nonstop2h 05m

$349

CoolangattaCairns

OOL - CNS

OOLCNS

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Mon 10/3

06:40-09:05

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Tue 25/3

11:40-19:20

2 stops7h 40m

$374

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Thu 20/2

06:05-08:25

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Sun 23/2

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

$378

TownsvilleCairns

TSV - CNS

TSVCNS

Townsville

Fri 21/2

09:20-10:15

Nonstop0h 55m

Cairns

Sun 23/2

17:50-18:45

Nonstop0h 55m

$424

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Best time to book a flight from Queensland to Cairns

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Travel insights for flights from Queensland to Cairns

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Queensland to Cairns including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queensland to Cairns (average of $192). Flying from Queensland to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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 QLD to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from Queensland to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 February 2025.

When flying from Queensland to Cairns, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Queensland to Cairns

Explore weekly flight availability from Queensland to Cairns. 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 5 February 2025.

The most flights from AUQLD to CNS are scheduled on a Monday (48 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (26 on average).

Rainfall in Cairns by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cairns by month

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

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).

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 5 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Rex, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia from Queensland to Cairns by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
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Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Overall

9.4

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
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Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Overall

9.4

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
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Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Overall

9.4

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
424 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Overall

9.4

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
458 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

9.1

Food

8.0

Overall

9.4

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Queensland to Cairns. 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 into for flights to Cairns from Queensland?

    If you book a flight to Cairns from Queensland, you will be flying to Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 4.4 km from the centre of Cairns.

  • How popular is this Queensland to Cairns flight route?

    Flights from Queensland to Cairns have been viewed 8,642 times in the past calendar month.

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

    $84 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Rex, with prices starting from $112 and $140, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Queensland to Cairns?

    The most popular route from Queensland to Cairns is Brisbane - Cairns. You may also consider Coolangatta Gold Coast - Cairns or Maroochydore Sunshine Coast - Cairns.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Queensland to Cairns?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Queensland to Cairns on time: United Airlines (81%), Etihad Airways (79%), Air Canada (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Queensland to Cairns?

    On average you can expect to pay $932 for a flight from Queensland to Cairns. The cheapest flight overall is $97 while the most popular route, (Brisbane - Cairns) is currently priced at $188.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Queensland to Cairns?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queensland to Cairns 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 Queensland to Cairns?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queensland to Cairns (average of $192). Flying from Queensland to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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 6 airlines flying from Queensland to Cairns

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Queensland to Cairns. 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 5 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
BonzaCheapest$84Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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RexCheapest$95Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$139Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$149Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$222Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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SkytransCheapest$489Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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