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Cheap flights from Cairns to Queensland from $97

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — BNE
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$185

One-way from

$97

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$248

Good round-trip deal

$185 or less

Good one-way deal

$96 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 20/3-27/3
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • Cairns to Queensland
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Cairns to Queensland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($35 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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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 21 February 2025.

Thu 20/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Thu 27/308:50BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 20/2$185
Tue 1/419:25CNS - OOL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Thu 3/416:15OOL - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Deal found 20/2$198
Fri 28/306:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/418:35BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$212
Thu 24/412:00CNS - MCY
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sat 26/414:45MCY - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 20/2$248
Sun 17/806:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mVirgin Australia
Sat 30/806:10BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 20/2$265
Thu 3/409:45CNS - OOL
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/406:40OOL - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$328
Fri 4/418:00CNS - TSV
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/410:05TSV - CNS
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$409
Fri 4/417:55CNS - TSV
Nonstop0h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 6/418:35TSV - CNS
Nonstop1h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/2$426
Thu 6/320:35CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 10/315:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$430
Thu 24/419:15CNS - MCY
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 26/414:45MCY - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$470
Sun 23/306:40CNS - HTI
1 stop6h 40mJetstar
Sun 30/314:15HTI - CNS
1 stop8h 35mJetstar
Deal found 20/2$489
Fri 21/306:00CNS - TSV
1 stop14h 05mJetstar
Fri 28/320:25TSV - CNS
1 stop12h 05mJetstar
Deal found 20/2$499

Find flights from Cairns to Queensland within your budget

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 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Cairns

Fly to

Queensland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 20/3

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Thu 27/3

08:50-11:15

Nonstop2h 25m

$185

CairnsCoolangatta

CNS - OOL

CNSOOL

Cairns

Tue 1/4

19:25-21:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 3/4

16:15-18:45

Nonstop2h 30m

$198

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Fri 25/4

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sun 27/4

06:00-08:25

Nonstop2h 25m

$212

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Thu 24/4

12:00-14:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 26/4

14:45-17:10

Nonstop2h 25m

$248

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Sun 17/8

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Sat 30/8

06:10-08:40

Nonstop2h 30m

$265

CairnsCoolangatta

CNS - OOL

CNSOOL

Cairns

Thu 3/4

09:45-12:00

Nonstop2h 15m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sun 6/4

06:40-09:10

Nonstop2h 30m

$328

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Fri 4/4

18:00-08:30

1 stop14h 30m

Townsville

Sun 6/4

10:05-11:10

Nonstop1h 05m

$409

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Fri 4/4

17:55-18:50

Nonstop0h 55m

Townsville

Sun 6/4

18:35-19:35

Nonstop1h 00m

$426

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 6/3

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Mon 10/3

15:40-18:00

Nonstop2h 20m

$430

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Thu 24/4

19:15-07:45

1 stop12h 30m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 26/4

14:45-17:10

Nonstop2h 25m

$470

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Queensland

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Travel insights for flights from Cairns to Queensland

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

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 21 February 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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from CNS to AUQLD are scheduled on a Wednesday (47 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 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 21 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Rex, Air New Zealand 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
Check prices

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

8.0

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

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

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

8.0

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

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

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
460 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

8.0

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

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
417 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

8.0

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

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
7.4
Good
813 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

8.0

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

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
444 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
27 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

8.0

Overall

9.4

Crew

9.6

Boarding

9.1

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 4,901 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 $97 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from $119 and Rex from $140 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Cairns - Hamilton Island 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 United Airlines (97%), Air Canada (92%) or Qatar Airways (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 $98. While the most popular route (Cairns - Brisbane) can be booked for $172 on average our data indicates $322 when flying from Cairns to Queensland.

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

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  • 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 21 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RexCheapest$91Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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BonzaCheapest$127Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$132Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$136Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$210Average$700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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SkytransCheapest$482Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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