Cheap flights from Cairns from $86

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, and Virgin Australia are airlines our users have found cheap flights from Cairns with at this moment in time. Some destinations on offer include: Jetstar flights from Cairns to Brisbane ($72), Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Townsville ($90), and Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Hamilton Island ($126).

Currently, the cheapest flight from Cairns found by our users is for $50 to Maroochydore. Prices will vary according to several factors such as departure date and time, but on average you can expect to pay around $140 to travel from Cairns to Maroochydore.

momondo users have found that the most frequent flights from Cairns are to Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne Airport. On average, services to these destinations operate 39, 29, and 18 times daily.

Singapore Airlines, Jetstar and Cathay Pacific are some of the most frequent operators flying out of Cairns. Perform a search to view and filter other available options.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Cairns Airport is 19 as of November 2025.

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport.

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.