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Cheapest Flights to Cairns

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Return

Tue., 11 Feb. - Tue., 18 Feb.

MCY

Sunshine Coast

CNS

Cairns Intl.

AU$192

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Sun., 12 Jan. - Wed., 15 Jan.

OOL

Coolangatta

CNS

Cairns Intl.

AU$201

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Tue., 1 Apr. - Tue., 8 Apr.

BNE

Brisbane

CNS

Cairns Intl.

AU$212

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Wed., 15 Jan. - Thu., 16 Jan.

SYD

Kingsford Smith Intl.

CNS

Cairns Intl.

AU$224

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Tue., 18 Feb. - Tue., 25 Feb.

MEL

Tullamarine

CNS

Cairns Intl.

AU$268

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Sun., 5 Jan. - Sun., 12 Jan.

TSV

Townsville

CNS

Cairns Intl.

AU$301

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Sat., 6 Sep. - Wed., 10 Sep.

PER

Perth

CNS

Cairns Intl.

AU$332

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found 4 days ago

Mon., 21 Jul. - Sat., 26 Jul.

ADL

Adelaide

CNS

Cairns Intl.

AU$352

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Tue., 6 May - Mon., 2 Jun.

HBA

Hobart Intl.

CNS

Cairns Intl.

AU$419

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Sun., 1 Jun. - Thu., 5 Jun.

NTL

Williamtown

CNS

Cairns Intl.

AU$423

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found 4 hours ago

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These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

All deals

One way

Return

Tue., 11 Feb. - Tue., 18 Feb.

MCY

Sunshine Coast

CNS

Cairns Intl.

AU$192

Return

found 3 hours ago

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Cairns Flights

When was the last time you embarked on a grand adventure? Whether it was last month or years ago, there’s never been a better time to start planning your next big trip. Book tickets to Cairns today and get ready to build your travel itinerary, from exploring the area with your family to recharging in the change of scenery. During your stay, visit the must-see attractions, chow down on the local cuisine, and relish in a holiday state of mind. However you decide to spend your upcoming trip, we’re here to make your travel plans easy and affordable.

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At Expedia.com.au, it’s simple to find cheap flights to Cairns that won’t cause your wallet to flinch. Browse through our inventory of Cairns flights and find airfare matching your preferred times and dates. Looking for a red-eye flight or an afternoon departure? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. You can even take advantage of our convenient My Scratchpad online feature, which lets you track your search results with ease. No more excuses; book your travel arrangements with us today to make your dream trip a reality.

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Australia Domestic Flights Information

Cheapest Domestic Price	Starting from AU$96
Popular Airlines for Domestic Flights	Tigerair Australia, Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways
Popular Airports in Australia	Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport, Tullamarine Airport, Brisbane Airport, Perth Airport, Adelaide Airport

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights to Cairns that have flexible change policies?

When it comes to travelling these days, flexibility is key. That’s why we have a “No change fee” search function to help you track down flexible, affordable airfares to Cairns. It’s on the left of your screen directly under the “Flexible change policies” subheading.

How can I find cheap tickets to Cairns?

Book ahead of time, fly to or from nearby airports, use frequent flyer miles — there’s no shortage of ways! Another one is to use Expedia’s “flexible dates” feature. Find your Cairns flight, then compare the cheapest prices for nearby dates. In the last seven days, the best price for a flight to Cairns was AU$192.

How much is a flight to Cairns?

You could have locked in a return ticket to Cairns from anywhere between AU$192 and AU$423 in the last seven days. For one-way trips leaving from Maroochydore (MCY), the lowest amount paid during this time was AU$96.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Cairns?

Taking off on a Tuesday, followed by a Monday, is generally the best way to score the cheapest fare. Avoid weekends if possible, because Saturday is typically the most expensive day of the week. Spend the dollars you saved living it up in Cairns instead!

How much is a plane ticket to Cairns?

Plane tickets to Cairns ranged from AU$192 to AU$423 in the last seven days. Normally, the earlier you book the better the price.

What are the best things to do in Cairns?

Start off your Cairns break in the lively city of Lamb Range. There’s so much to keep you on the go here, from impressive attractions like Copperlode Dam to amazing food, entertainment, shopping and more.
Lamb Range is known for its humid subtropical climate. But before you set off, see what the weather will be up to during your visit. Dry, wet, hot or cold, it’s always a good idea to be ready for anything!
When you’re ready to get out and experience more of this region, grab one of our low-priced car rentals and head toward Cairns. It’s about 13 kilometres to the northeast of Lamb Range and is also the home of leading tourist attractions, including Cairns Cable Ski.

What months are the cheapest to book a flight to Cairns?

February is the most affordable month to secure a seat for your Cairns getaway. Airfares are priciest over December, so avoid this time if you can.

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