Cheap flights from Brisbane to Cairns from $59
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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.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Brisbane to Cairns?
Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Brisbane to Cairns
What airlines fly to Cairns?
Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cairns from Brisbane according to our data. Virgin Australia is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cairns. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Cairns on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Brisbane to Cairns on average per day?
As of July 2025, 41 flights take off from Brisbane and land in Cairns each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 6:00AM, with 52% of daily flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from Brisbane to Cairns on average per week?
As of July 2025, there are 288 flights per week flying from Brisbane to Cairns. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.
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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?
As of July 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from 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?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Brisbane to Cairns is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), representing 24.83% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 19.16%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 18.24%, and Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) at 13.64%.
What is the most popular airline from Brisbane to Cairns?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Brisbane to Cairns is Virgin Australia, representing 60% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Jetstar at 33% and Qantas Airways at 7%.
Best airlines flying from Brisbane to Cairns
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Brisbane to Cairns with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $113 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.5 455 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $116 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 409 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $138 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 870 reviews |
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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To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Cairns from Brisbane.
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