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Cheap flights from Ballina to Cairns from $188

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Multiple Airlines Logo
12:45 - 18:25
BNK
-
CNS
5h 40m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:45 - 12:05
CNS
-
BNK
5h 20m
1 stop
$372Multiple Airlines
Wed, 6 May - Wed, 27 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:55 - 09:20
BNK
-
CNS
16h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:15 - 12:05
CNS
-
BNK
16h 50m
1 stop
$438Multiple Airlines
Fri, 10 Apr - Fri, 17 Apr
Jetstar Logo
16:55 - 08:30
BNK
-
CNS
15h 35m
2 stops
Jetstar Logo
06:45 - 16:15
CNS
-
BNK
9h 30m
1 stop
$443Jetstar
Wed, 6 May - Wed, 27 May
Jetstar Logo
09:25 - 13:50
BNK
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CNS
5h 25m
1 stop
Jetstar Logo
06:40 - 11:40
CNS
-
BNK
28h 00m
1 stop
$467Jetstar
Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 08:20
BNK
-
CNS
16h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:40 - 08:35
CNS
-
BNK
16h 55m
2 stops
$512Multiple Airlines
Wed, 11 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
Jetstar Logo
16:35 - 08:20
BNK
-
CNS
16h 45m
1 stop
Jetstar Logo
06:40 - 08:35
CNS
-
BNK
24h 55m
1 stop
$534Jetstar
Wed, 11 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:20 - 23:05
BNK
-
CNS
11h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:40 - 11:40
CNS
-
BNK
28h 00m
1 stop
$538Multiple Airlines
Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:55 - 09:20
BNK
-
CNS
16h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 08:20
CNS
-
BNK
34h 40m
2 stops
$544Multiple Airlines
Fri, 10 Apr - Fri, 17 Apr
Virgin Australia Logo
12:45 - 16:40
BNK
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CNS
28h 55m
2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
14:40 - 12:05
CNS
-
BNK
20h 25m
2 stops
$648Virgin Australia
Wed, 11 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
12:45 - 14:00
BNK
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CNS
26h 15m
2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
06:00 - 12:05
CNS
-
BNK
29h 05m
2 stops
$666Virgin Australia
Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

Jetstar flights from Ballina to Cairns

Our best Jetstar deals on Ballina to Cairns flight tickets
Jetstar
6 May
BNK16:55Ballina Byron
15h 35m
2 stops
CNS08:30Cairns
27 May
CNS06:45Cairns
9h 30m
1 stop
BNK16:15Ballina Byron
$443
Jetstar
12 Mar
BNK09:25Ballina Byron
5h 25m
1 stop
CNS13:50Cairns
16 Mar
CNS06:40Cairns
28h 00m
1 stop
BNK11:40Ballina Byron
$467
Jetstar
11 Mar
BNK16:35Ballina Byron
16h 45m
1 stop
CNS08:20Cairns
15 Mar
CNS06:40Cairns
24h 55m
1 stop
BNK08:35Ballina Byron
$534

Virgin Australia flights from Ballina to Cairns

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Ballina to Cairns flight tickets
Virgin Australia
11 Mar
BNK12:45Ballina Byron
28h 55m
2 stops
CNS16:40Cairns
15 Mar
CNS14:40Cairns
20h 25m
2 stops
BNK12:05Ballina Byron
$648
Virgin Australia
12 Mar
BNK12:45Ballina Byron
26h 15m
2 stops
CNS14:00Cairns
16 Mar
CNS06:00Cairns
29h 05m
2 stops
BNK12:05Ballina Byron
$666
Virgin Australia
10 Apr
BNK12:45Ballina Byron
10h 35m
2 stops
CNS23:20Cairns
17 Apr
CNS21:00Cairns
15h 05m
2 stops
BNK12:05Ballina Byron
$804

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Ballina 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 27 February 2026.
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BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Wed 6/5

12:45-18:25

1 stop5h 40m

Cairns

Wed 27/5

06:45-12:05

1 stop5h 20m

$372

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Fri 10/4

16:55-09:20

1 stop16h 25m

Cairns

Fri 17/4

19:15-12:05

1 stop16h 50m

$438

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Wed 6/5

16:55-08:30

2 stops15h 35m

Cairns

Wed 27/5

06:45-16:15

1 stop9h 30m

$443

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Thu 12/3

09:25-13:50

1 stop5h 25m

Cairns

Mon 16/3

06:40-11:40

1 stop28h 00m

$467

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Wed 11/3

16:35-08:20

1 stop16h 45m

Cairns

Sun 15/3

14:40-08:35

2 stops16h 55m

$512

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Wed 11/3

16:35-08:20

1 stop16h 45m

Cairns

Sun 15/3

06:40-08:35

1 stop24h 55m

$534

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Thu 12/3

12:20-23:05

2 stops11h 45m

Cairns

Mon 16/3

06:40-11:40

1 stop28h 00m

$538

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Fri 10/4

16:55-09:20

1 stop16h 25m

Cairns

Fri 17/4

21:40-08:20

2 stops34h 40m

$544

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Wed 11/3

12:45-16:40

2 stops28h 55m

Cairns

Sun 15/3

14:40-12:05

2 stops20h 25m

$648

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Thu 12/3

12:45-14:00

2 stops26h 15m

Cairns

Mon 16/3

06:00-12:05

2 stops29h 05m

$666

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What is the cheapest airline that flies from Ballina Byron to Cairns?

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Fastest flight time

5h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Ballina to Cairns takes 5h 25m
There are no direct flights from Ballina to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Ballina to Cairns.
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  • How far is Ballina Byron to Cairns by plane?

    There are 1547.1 km between Ballina Byron and Cairns. Flights usually cover this in 5h 25m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ballina Byron Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Ballina Byron Airport to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Ballina Byron Airport 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.

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