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Depart

Return

Price

CairnsCoolangatta

CNS - OOL

CNSOOL

Cairns

Mon 9/3

09:45-12:00

Nonstop2h 15m

$97

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 2/4

15:35-17:45

Nonstop2h 10m

$109

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Mon 26/1

06:00-08:20

Nonstop2h 20m

$111

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Sat 17/1

12:05-14:20

Nonstop2h 15m

$112

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 19/3

06:00-08:20

Nonstop2h 20m

$118

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Thu 19/2

16:10-17:10

Nonstop1h 00m

$167

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Tue 17/2

07:15-08:15

Nonstop1h 00m

$173

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Wed 11/2

06:45-07:45

Nonstop1h 00m

$235

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Mon 23/2

06:45-07:45

Nonstop1h 00m

$238

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Fri 20/2

16:00-19:00

1 stop3h 30m

$375

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Where can I directly fly to from Cairns?

Currently, 12 destinations can be reached directly via flights from Cairns.

Flights from Cairns to

Adelaide

from$169

Flights from Cairns to

Brisbane

from$109

Flights from Cairns to

Christchurch

from$218

Flights from Cairns to

Coolangatta

from$87

Flights from Cairns to

Darwin

from$290

Flights from Cairns to

Denpasar

from$210

Flights from Cairns to

Maroochydore

from$91

Flights from Cairns to

Nadi

from$214

Flights from Cairns to

Perth

from$201

Flights from Cairns to

Port Moresby

from$329

Flights from Cairns to

Sydney

from$104

Flights from Cairns to

Townsville

from$141

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09:45 - 12:00

CNS

OOL

2h 15mdirect

$97Jetstar

Mon, 9 Mar

15:35 - 17:45

CNS

BNE

2h 10mdirect

$109Jetstar

Thu, 2 Apr

06:00 - 08:20

CNS

BNE

2h 20mdirect

$111Virgin Australia

Mon, 26 Jan

12:05 - 14:20

CNS

BNE

2h 15mdirect

$112Jetstar

Sat, 17 Jan

06:00 - 08:20

CNS

BNE

2h 20mdirect

$118Virgin Australia

Thu, 19 Mar

16:10 - 17:10

CNS

TSV

1h 00mdirect

$167Rex

Thu, 19 Feb

07:15 - 08:15

CNS

TSV

1h 00mdirect

$173Rex

Tue, 17 Feb

06:45 - 07:45

CNS

TSV

1h 00mdirect

$235Qantas Airways

Wed, 11 Feb

06:45 - 07:45

CNS

TSV

1h 00mdirect

$238Qantas Airways

Mon, 23 Feb

16:00 - 19:00

CNS

DRW

3h 30m1 stop

$375Airnorth

Fri, 20 Feb

Flights from Cairns - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends on flights from Cairns to help you craft the best travel plan.

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What are the most popular domestic flights from Cairns?

From Cairns, you can take domestic flights to many cities. Searches reveal that momondo users prefer flights to Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Townsville, and Darwin the most.

What are the cheapest cities to fly to from Cairns?

The cheapest city to fly to from Cairns is currently Coolangatta at $87. The next cheapest destinations are Maroochydore, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Townsville.

Frequently asked questions regarding flights from Cairns

Which airlines are currently offering the cheapest flights from Cairns?

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 ($71), Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Townsville ($90), and Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Hamilton Island ($126).

What is the cheapest flight available from Cairns?

Currently, the cheapest flight from Cairns found by our users is for $58 to Coolangatta. Prices will vary according to several factors such as departure date and time, but on average you can expect to pay around $194 to travel from Cairns to Coolangatta.

Which destinations have the most frequent flights from Cairns?

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 40, 33, and 18 times daily.

Which airlines can you fly with from Cairns?

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.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Cairns Airport is 19 as of January 2026.

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

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.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to 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.