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Cheap flights from Brisbane to Cairns from $59

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Jetstar Logo
6:35 pm - 8:55 pmBNE-CNS
2h 20mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:10 amCNS-BNE
2h 10mnonstop
$117Jetstar
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Sat, Aug 2 - Tue, Aug 5
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6:00 am - 8:25 amBNE-CNS
2h 25mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:10 amCNS-BNE
2h 10mnonstop
$118Jetstar
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Wed, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 26
Jetstar Logo
6:00 am - 8:25 amBNE-CNS
2h 25mnonstop
Jetstar Logo
6:00 am - 8:10 amCNS-BNE
2h 10mnonstop
$121Jetstar
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Tue, Jul 29 - Tue, Aug 5
Jetstar Logo
6:00 am - 8:25 amBNE-CNS
2h 25mnonstop
Jetstar Logo
6:00 am - 8:10 amCNS-BNE
2h 10mnonstop
$123Jetstar
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Mon, Jul 28 - Mon, Aug 4
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6:00 am - 8:25 amBNE-CNS
2h 25mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:10 amCNS-BNE
2h 10mnonstop
$127Jetstar
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Mon, Jul 28 - Mon, Aug 4
Virgin Australia Logo
8:50 pm - 11:20 pmBNE-CNS
2h 30mnonstop
Virgin Australia Logo
9:15 am - 11:35 amCNS-BNE
2h 20mnonstop
$132Virgin Australia
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Mon, Oct 20 - Sun, Oct 26
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6:35 pm - 8:55 pmBNE-CNS
2h 20mnonstop
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4:55 pm - 7:10 pmCNS-BNE
2h 15mnonstop
Tue, Jul 15 - Sat, Jul 19
Virgin Australia Logo
9:05 pm - 11:35 pmBNE-CNS
2h 30mnonstop
Virgin Australia Logo
6:00 am - 8:15 amCNS-BNE
2h 15mnonstop
$158Virgin Australia
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Thu, Sep 25 - Sat, Sep 27
Virgin Australia Logo
9:05 pm - 11:35 pmBNE-CNS
2h 30mnonstop
Virgin Australia Logo
6:00 am - 8:15 amCNS-BNE
2h 15mnonstop
$168Virgin Australia
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Thu, Jul 24 - Mon, Jul 28
Virgin Australia Logo
9:05 pm - 11:35 pmBNE-CNS
2h 30mnonstop
Virgin Australia Logo
6:00 am - 8:15 amCNS-BNE
2h 15mnonstop
$169Virgin Australia
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Thu, Jul 24 - Mon, Jul 28

Jetstar flights from Brisbane to Cairns

Our best Jetstar deals on Brisbane to Cairns flight tickets
Jetstar
Aug 2
BNE6:35 pmBrisbane
2h 20m
CNS8:55 pmCairns
Aug 5
CNS6:00 amCairns
2h 10m
BNE8:10 amBrisbane
Jetstar
Aug 20
BNE6:00 amBrisbane
2h 25m
CNS8:25 amCairns
Aug 26
CNS6:00 amCairns
2h 10m
BNE8:10 amBrisbane
Jetstar
Jul 29
BNE6:00 amBrisbane
2h 25m
CNS8:25 amCairns
Aug 5
CNS6:00 amCairns
2h 10m
BNE8:10 amBrisbane

Virgin Australia flights from Brisbane to Cairns

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Brisbane to Cairns flight tickets
Virgin Australia
Oct 20
BNE8:50 pmBrisbane
2h 30m
CNS11:20 pmCairns
Oct 26
CNS9:15 amCairns
2h 20m
BNE11:35 amBrisbane
Virgin Australia
Sep 25
BNE9:05 pmBrisbane
2h 30m
CNS11:35 pmCairns
Sep 27
CNS6:00 amCairns
2h 15m
BNE8:15 amBrisbane
Virgin Australia
Jul 24
BNE9:05 pmBrisbane
2h 30m
CNS11:35 pmCairns
Jul 28
CNS6:00 amCairns
2h 15m
BNE8:15 amBrisbane

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Brisbane and Cairns?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Brisbane is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $131, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of May is another great option to travel to Cairns, with average flight prices from Brisbane averaging around $133.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Cairns. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $187. The most expensive day to fly to Cairns is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $269.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

Our data shows that the cheapest Brisbane to Cairns flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Cairns at noon for as low as $176. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Cairns, so prices are often more expensive at around $238 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Brisbane to Cairns flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairns?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from Brisbane when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around $160 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairns from Brisbane for as low as $147 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Brisbane to Cairns flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Brisbane to Cairns flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Brisbane to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for Brisbane to Cairns flights are approximately 2% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Brisbane to Cairns according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Brisbane to Cairns (BNE to CNS) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$59

Fastest flight time

2h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cairns from Brisbane in the past 72 hours is $59. The best round-trip flight deal from Brisbane to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $117.
The fastest flight from Brisbane to Cairns takes 2h 20m
Direct flights go from Brisbane to Cairns every day.
There is 1 airport near Cairns: Cairns (CNS)

  • How far is Brisbane to Cairns by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Brisbane to Cairns is 862.8 mi. Typically, this will take 2h 20m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Brisbane to Cairns?

  • What is the most popular airline from Brisbane to Cairns?


Best airlines flying from Brisbane to Cairns

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Airline
Rating
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JetstarPriceFrom $113Free CancellationRating
6.5
455 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $116Free CancellationRating
7.5
409 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $138Free CancellationRating
7.5
870 reviews
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  • Virgin Australia Flights From Brisbane to Cairns

    Virgin Australia flies from Brisbane to Cairns around 33 times per week, with 409 momondo users rating the airline 7.5/10. The cheapest Virgin Australia deal from Brisbane to Cairns in the last 72 hours was $116 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $211 for Virgin Australia flights on this route.

  • Qantas Airways Flights From Brisbane to Cairns

    The best Qantas Airways deal for Brisbane to Cairns flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $138, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Qantas Airways flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $293 round-trip. Qantas Airways operates 55 flights out of Brisbane into Cairns in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 870 Qantas Airways reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.5/10.


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