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Cheap flights from Australian Capital Territory to Cairns from $239

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Australian Capital Territory to Cairns departing on 5/9. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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16:15 - 09:00CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
16h 45m1 stop Brisbane
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 15:30CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
9h 30m1 stop Brisbane
$490Jetstar
Mon, 7 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
Jetstar Logo
16:20 - 09:00CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
16h 40m1 stop Brisbane
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 15:30CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
9h 30m1 stop Brisbane
$499Jetstar
Sat, 12 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:35 - 09:05CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
15h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Coolangatta Gold Coast
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 15:30CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
9h 30m1 stop Brisbane
$541Multiple Airlines
Mon, 7 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
Jetstar Logo
12:40 - 22:20CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
9h 40m1 stop Melbourne
Jetstar Logo
07:30 - 15:30CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
8h 00m1 stop Brisbane
$548Jetstar
Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:10 - 23:05CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
6h 55m1 stop Brisbane
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:15 - 16:30CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
6h 15m1 stop Brisbane
$550Multiple Airlines
Sun, 1 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
18:40 - 23:05CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
5h 25m1 stop Brisbane
Virgin Australia Logo
14:40 - 23:15CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
7h 35m1 stop Brisbane
$560Virgin Australia
Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:10 - 09:00CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
16h 50m1 stop Brisbane
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:15 - 16:30CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
6h 15m1 stop Brisbane
$560Multiple Airlines
Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
11:20 - 16:10CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
4h 50m1 stop Brisbane
Virgin Australia Logo
11:50 - 18:30CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
6h 40m1 stop Brisbane
$577Virgin Australia
Sun, 6 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep
Virgin Australia Logo
07:15 - 13:00CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
5h 45m1 stop Melbourne
Virgin Australia Logo
13:40 - 22:25CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
8h 45m1 stop Melbourne
$577Virgin Australia
Fri, 4 Sep - Mon, 7 Sep
Jetstar Logo
15:00 - 09:20CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
18h 20m2 stops Coolangatta Gold Coast Sydney Kingsford Smith
Jetstar Logo
21:35 - 12:05CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
14h 30m1 stop Melbourne
$749Jetstar
Fri, 11 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep

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Virgin Australia flights from Australian Capital Territory to Cairns

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Australian Capital Territory to Cairns flight tickets
Virgin Australia
30 Oct
CBR18:40Canberra
5h 25m
1 stop
CNS23:05Cairns
3 Nov
CNS14:40Cairns
7h 35m
1 stop
CBR23:15Canberra
$560
Virgin Australia
4 Sept
CBR07:15Canberra
5h 45m
1 stop
CNS13:00Cairns
7 Sept
CNS13:40Cairns
8h 45m
1 stop
CBR22:25Canberra
$577
Virgin Australia
3 Nov
CBR18:40Canberra
5h 25m
1 stop
CNS23:05Cairns
9 Nov
CNS09:15Cairns
7h 45m
1 stop
CBR18:00Canberra
$578

Jetstar flights from Australian Capital Territory to Cairns

Our best Jetstar deals on Australian Capital Territory to Cairns flight tickets
Jetstar
7 Sept
CBR16:15Canberra
16h 45m
1 stop
CNS09:00Cairns
15 Sept
CNS06:00Cairns
9h 30m
1 stop
CBR15:30Canberra
$490
Jetstar
12 Sept
CBR16:20Canberra
16h 40m
1 stop
CNS09:00Cairns
15 Sept
CNS06:00Cairns
9h 30m
1 stop
CBR15:30Canberra
$499
Jetstar
1 Sept
CBR12:40Canberra
9h 40m
1 stop
CNS22:20Cairns
8 Sept
CNS07:30Cairns
8h 00m
1 stop
CBR15:30Canberra
$548

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australian Capital Territory to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 11 August 2026.
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CanberraCairns

CBR Canberra - CNS Cairns

CBRCNS

Canberra

Mon 7/9

16:15-09:00

1 stop16h 45m

Cairns

Tue 15/9

06:00-15:30

1 stop9h 30m

$490

CanberraCairns

CBR Canberra - CNS Cairns

CBRCNS

Canberra

Sat 12/9

16:20-09:00

1 stop16h 40m

Cairns

Tue 15/9

06:00-15:30

1 stop9h 30m

$499

CanberraCairns

CBR Canberra - CNS Cairns

CBRCNS

Canberra

Mon 7/9

17:35-09:05

2 stops15h 30m

Cairns

Tue 15/9

06:00-15:30

1 stop9h 30m

$541

CanberraCairns

CBR Canberra - CNS Cairns

CBRCNS

Canberra

Tue 1/9

12:40-22:20

1 stop9h 40m

Cairns

Tue 8/9

07:30-15:30

1 stop8h 00m

$548

CanberraCairns

CBR Canberra - CNS Cairns

CBRCNS

Canberra

Sun 1/11

17:10-23:05

1 stop6h 55m

Cairns

Sat 7/11

09:15-16:30

1 stop6h 15m

$550

CanberraCairns

CBR Canberra - CNS Cairns

CBRCNS

Canberra

Fri 30/10

18:40-23:05

1 stop5h 25m

Cairns

Tue 3/11

14:40-23:15

1 stop7h 35m

$560

CanberraCairns

CBR Canberra - CNS Cairns

CBRCNS

Canberra

Fri 30/10

17:10-09:00

1 stop16h 50m

Cairns

Tue 3/11

09:15-16:30

1 stop6h 15m

$560
Fastest return journey

CanberraCairns

CBR Canberra - CNS Cairns

CBRCNS

Canberra

Sun 6/9

11:20-16:10

1 stop4h 50m

Cairns

Fri 11/9

11:50-18:30

1 stop6h 40m

$577

CanberraCairns

CBR Canberra - CNS Cairns

CBRCNS

Canberra

Fri 4/9

07:15-13:00

1 stop5h 45m

Cairns

Mon 7/9

13:40-22:25

1 stop8h 45m

$577

CanberraCairns

CBR Canberra - CNS Cairns

CBRCNS

Canberra

Fri 11/9

15:00-09:20

2 stops18h 20m

Cairns

Fri 18/9

21:35-12:05

1 stop14h 30m

$749

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Australian Capital Territory to Cairns

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Australian Capital Territory is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $518, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of November, then departing from Australian Capital Territory during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $527.

What is the cheapest Australian Capital Territory to Cairns flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Australian Capital Territory to Cairns?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from Australian Capital Territory when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around $580 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairns from Australian Capital Territory for as low as $530 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Australian Capital Territory to Cairns flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Australian Capital Territory to Cairns flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Cheap Australian Capital Territory to Cairns flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

5h 30m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Australian Capital Territory to Cairns takes 5h 30m
There are no direct flights from Australian Capital Territory to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Australian Capital Territory to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Australian Capital Territory to Cairns

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australian Capital Territory to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Australian Capital Territory to Cairns Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australian Capital Territory to Cairns Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Australian Capital Territory to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Australian Capital Territory to 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.

Best airlines flying from Australian Capital Territory to Cairns

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JetstarPriceFrom $224Free cancellationRating
6.5
566 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $434Free cancellationRating
7.6
470 reviews
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