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Cheap flights from Cairns to Queensland from $89

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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — BNE
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Queensland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to Queensland flight deals. Data was last updated 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$173

One-way from

$89

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$234

Good round-trip deal

$219 or less

Good one-way deal

$124 or less
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 29/5-2/6
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 45m total
  • Cairns to Queensland
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 11/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Cairns to Queensland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Queensland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Queensland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Sat 25/1011:50CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mVirgin Australia
Mon 3/1120:50BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/4$171
Wed 21/506:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Mon 26/506:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 14/4$176
Sat 17/509:45CNS - OOL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 31/506:40OOL - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Deal found 14/4$193
Wed 18/613:50CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 19/606:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$195
Sat 10/512:00CNS - MCY
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sat 24/514:45MCY - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 15/4$204
Tue 20/507:15CNS - TSV
Nonstop1h 00mRex
Tue 27/509:15TSV - CNS
Nonstop1h 05mRex
Deal found 15/4$287
Thu 29/521:30CNS - OOL
2 stops12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/606:40OOL - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$359
Thu 22/506:00CNS - TSV
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/510:05TSV - CNS
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$380
Wed 23/714:55CNS - TSV
Nonstop0h 55mQantas Airways
Thu 24/715:05TSV - CNS
Nonstop1h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/4$434
Thu 29/512:00CNS - MCY
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/620:25MCY - CNS
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$453
Thu 22/506:00CNS - TSV
1 stop26h 10mJetstar
Sun 25/521:00TSV - CNS
1 stop26h 05mJetstar
Deal found 13/4$481
Sun 4/506:45CNS - HTI
1 stop7h 55mJetstar
Tue 6/511:45HTI - CNS
1 stop8h 55mJetstar
Deal found 14/4$492

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Queensland 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 15 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to Queensland that are best for you.

Fly from

Cairns

Fly to

Queensland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 29/5

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Mon 2/6

10:40-13:10

Nonstop2h 30m

$173

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 21/5

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Mon 26/5

06:00-08:25

Nonstop2h 25m

$176

CairnsCoolangatta

CNS - OOL

CNSOOL

Cairns

Sat 17/5

09:45-12:00

Nonstop2h 15m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sat 31/5

06:40-09:10

Nonstop2h 30m

$193

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 18/6

13:50-16:05

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Thu 19/6

06:00-08:25

Nonstop2h 25m

$195

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Sat 10/5

12:00-14:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 24/5

14:45-17:10

Nonstop2h 25m

$204

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Tue 20/5

07:15-08:15

Nonstop1h 00m

Townsville

Tue 27/5

09:15-10:20

Nonstop1h 05m

$287

CairnsCoolangatta

CNS - OOL

CNSOOL

Cairns

Thu 29/5

21:30-09:40

2 stops12h 10m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 5/6

06:40-09:10

Nonstop2h 30m

$359

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Thu 22/5

06:00-08:10

1 stop26h 10m

Townsville

Sun 25/5

10:05-11:10

Nonstop1h 05m

$380

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Sat 10/5

19:00-07:45

1 stop12h 45m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 24/5

20:25-11:25

1 stop15h 00m

$405

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Wed 23/7

14:55-15:50

Nonstop0h 55m

Townsville

Thu 24/7

15:05-16:05

Nonstop1h 00m

$434

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Queensland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Queensland from Cairns with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to Queensland

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Queensland (average of $160). Flying from Cairns to Queensland in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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 QLD?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Queensland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

When flying from Cairns to Queensland, 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 Cairns to Queensland

Explore weekly flight availability from Cairns to Queensland. 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 15 April 2025.

The most flights from CNS to AUQLD are scheduled on a Monday (57 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).

Rainfall in Queensland by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Queensland ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Queensland when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Queensland by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Queensland, 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 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Queensland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Queensland. 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 Queensland. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Rex, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia from Cairns to Queensland. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
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Boarding

9.1

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.6

Overall

9.4

Food

8.0

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
Check prices

Boarding

9.1

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.6

Overall

9.4

Food

8.0

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
818 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

9.1

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.6

Overall

9.4

Food

8.0

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
398 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

9.1

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.6

Overall

9.4

Food

8.0

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
437 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

9.1

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

8.6

Overall

9.4

Food

8.0

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 Cairns to Queensland. 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 Queensland?

    Most people fly from Cairns (CNS) if they book a flight from Cairns to Queensland. Cairns is conveniently located just 4.4 km from Cairns’s city centre.

  • How popular is this Cairns to Queensland flight route?

    This flight path from Cairns to Queensland was viewed by 4,720 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $89 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from $90 and Rex from $146 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Cairns - Coolangatta Gold Coast or Cairns - Townsville, Cairns - Brisbane is the most popular route from Cairns to Queensland.

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

    Consider American Airlines (93%), Air Canada (89%) or United Airlines (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Cairns to Queensland.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Queensland?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $85. While the most popular route (Cairns - Brisbane) can be booked for $173 on average our data indicates $1,077 when flying from Cairns to Queensland.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Queensland (average of $160). Flying from Cairns to Queensland in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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 Cairns to Queensland

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to Queensland. 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 15 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RexCheapest$92Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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BonzaCheapest$126Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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JetstarCheapest$133Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$141Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$212Average$727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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SkytransCheapest$528Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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