Cheap Flights from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)

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Flights from Cairns Intl. Airport

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.

Virgin Australia
Thu, 29 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
AU$178 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$178
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 29 Jan from Cairns to Sydney, returning Wed, 4 Feb, priced at AU$178 found 5 days ago
Jetstar
Tue, 28 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
AU$192 Return, just found
AU$192
Return
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 28 Oct from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Tue, 28 Oct, priced at AU$192 just found
Jetstar
Thu, 9 Oct - Thu, 16 Oct
CNS
Cairns
OOL
Gold Coast
AU$208 Return, just found
AU$208
Return
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 9 Oct from Cairns to Gold Coast, returning Thu, 16 Oct, priced at AU$208 just found
Virgin Australia
Sat, 14 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar
CNS
Cairns
MEL
Melbourne
AU$239 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$239
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sat, 14 Mar from Cairns to Melbourne, returning Fri, 20 Mar, priced at AU$239 found 5 days ago
Qantas Airways
Sat, 15 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
AU$301 Return, just found
AU$301
Return
just found
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sat, 15 Nov from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Wed, 19 Nov, priced at AU$301 just found
Jetstar
Fri, 14 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
CNS
Cairns
DPS
Bali
AU$347 Return, found 2 hours ago
AU$347
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 14 Nov from Cairns to Bali, returning Wed, 19 Nov, priced at AU$347 found 2 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Fri, 6 Mar - Sat, 7 Mar
CNS
Cairns
HTI
Hamilton Island
AU$466 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$466
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, 6 Mar from Cairns to Hamilton Island, returning Sat, 7 Mar, priced at AU$466 found 5 days ago
Jetstar
Tue, 21 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
CNS
Cairns
AKL
Auckland
AU$563 Return, just found
AU$563
Return
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 21 Oct from Cairns to Auckland, returning Tue, 28 Oct, priced at AU$563 just found
Air Niugini
Wed, 22 Oct - Wed, 10 Dec
CNS
Cairns
MNL
Manila
AU$837 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$837
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Air Niugini flight, departing Wed, 22 Oct from Cairns to Manila, returning Wed, 10 Dec, priced at AU$837 found 5 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Wed, 4 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
CNS
Cairns
DPS
Bali
AU$844 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$844
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Wed, 4 Mar from Cairns to Bali, returning Sat, 14 Mar, priced at AU$844 found 1 day ago

Cheap Hotels Near Cairns () Airport

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
4 out of 5
295 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is AU$168 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$168
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
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Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is AU$165 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$165
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,022 reviews)
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Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is AU$127 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$127
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,026 reviews)
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

What is the airport code for Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) uses the airport code: CNS.
How many terminals are there in CNS and how early should I arrive before my flight?
1, 2 and R are the 3 terminals at Cairns Airport. Each terminal should have plenty of services and facilities that'll help while away that spare time before your journey. If you don't want to be rushed or stressed, arrive 1.5-2 hours prior to departure time for domestic trips. If you're on an international flight, you should arrive 2-3 hours in advance. This will give you enough time to clear security and customs and then navigate to your gate. Arrive even earlier during peak periods, such as major public holidays.
Does CNS have a hotel?
Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) doesn't have any hotels in the immediate surrounds, but you still have options. You're sure to find somewhere suitable to stay before you fly out if you look further afield.
Are there private lounges in Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
No. You won't find a private lounge to relax in at CNS, but that's not to say you can't have a nice time exploring the terminal. In no time, you'll be jetting off on your journey.
How many flights per day fly out of CNS?
On average, there are 61 flights that leave from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) per day. Choose your destination and find the best deal with Expedia.
How to find cheap flights from CNS with Expedia?
The cheapest one-way flight from Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) was to Brisbane (BNE) at AU$73. A simple way to find a cheap flight with Expedia is to enter your preferred dates and destination, and then sort your results by lowest price. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. You'll always pick up a bargain with Expedia, but our "Flexible dates" comparison tool makes it extra easy. First, enter your destination and flight dates. Then, click on the flexible dates box above the search results to compare the best prices for days surrounding your trip. If you want to refine your search and potentially score bigger savings, you can filter by airline preference, included baggage and more.
Where can you fly to from Cairns Airport?
Browse our international flight deals above to discover where you can fly to from Cairns Airport. Once you choose an offer, use our filters and sort by 'Price (Lowest)' to see the options that work best with your budget and plans. Browse our deals out of Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) at the top of this page. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or a business trip, we've got a range of top destinations at awesome prices.
What is the cancellation policy on flights and how do I cancel my flight on Expedia?
Most flights are free to cancel within 24 hours of making the reservation. However, some flights are non-refundable, and you may receive a flight credit from the airline to use for a future booking. For more information, please visit our Customer Service Portal.

Travel information

Travel information

Cairns Intl. Airport Information

Airport Name
Airport Location
Airport Code
Latitude
Longitude
Altitude
Cairns AirportCairns, AustraliaIATA: CNS, ICAO: CNS-16.885799145.7550053.05 meters

Cairns Airport is also known by its International Air Transport Association code as CNS Airport and is located in the city of Cairns. Flights are handled by 32 airlines offering both international and domestic travel. The most common airline flying in and out of Cairns is Qantas with 449 Cairns flights every month! Check out our helpful Cairns Airport information, including individual terminal maps and local weather information. It’s everything you need to book cheap Cairns flights for your next business trip or holiday!

Current conditions at Cairns Airport

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Airport information

Name: Cairns Airport
Location: Cairns, Australia
  • Longitude: -16.876538
  • Latitude: 145.754041
Airport Codes:
  • IATA: CNS
  • ICAO: YBCS
CNS Wikipedia information

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