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

Jetstar, Qantas Airways, and Virgin Australia are the most popular carriers operating from Ballina Byron to Cairns

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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08:55 - 13:35BNK-CNS

5h 40m1 stop

18:00 - 08:20CNS-BNK

13h 20m1 stop

$393Jetstar

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Sat, 18 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct

09:20 - 08:20BNK-CNS

24h 00m1 stop

23:55 - 14:15CNS-BNK

13h 20m1 stop

$524Multiple Airlines

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Mon, 3 Nov - Fri, 7 Nov

09:20 - 08:20BNK-CNS

24h 00m1 stop

09:45 - 08:40CNS-BNK

21h 55m2 stops

$619Jetstar

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Mon, 3 Nov - Fri, 7 Nov

08:55 - 13:35BNK-CNS

5h 40m1 stop

20:30 - 12:05CNS-BNK

14h 35m2 stops

$629Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 18 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct

09:20 - 09:05BNK-CNS

24h 45m2 stops

09:45 - 08:35CNS-BNK

21h 50m2 stops

$796Jetstar

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Mon, 3 Nov - Fri, 7 Nov

12:45 - 20:20BNK-CNS

31h 35m2 stops

19:10 - 11:05CNS-BNK

15h 55m2 stops

$929Virgin Australia

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Tue, 30 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct

12:45 - 08:40BNK-CNS

19h 55m2 stops

19:10 - 11:05CNS-BNK

15h 55m2 stops

$969Virgin Australia

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Tue, 30 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct

12:45 - 11:10BNK-CNS

22h 25m2 stops

10:45 - 11:05CNS-BNK

24h 20m1 stop

$993Virgin Australia

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Tue, 30 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct

08:55 - 18:45BNK-CNS

9h 50m2 stops

19:00 - 07:20CNS-BNK

12h 20m1 stop

$1,004Jetstar

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Tue, 30 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct

12:45 - 20:20BNK-CNS

31h 35m2 stops

19:10 - 11:05CNS-BNK

15h 55m3 stops

$1,067Virgin Australia

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Tue, 30 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct

Jetstar flights from Ballina to Cairns

Our best Jetstar deals on Ballina to Cairns flight tickets

Jetstar

18 Oct

BNK08:55Ballina Byron

5h 40m

1 stop

CNS13:35Cairns

18 Oct

CNS18:00Cairns

13h 20m

1 stop

BNK08:20Ballina Byron

$393

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Jetstar

3 Nov

BNK09:20Ballina Byron

24h 00m

1 stop

CNS08:20Cairns

7 Nov

CNS09:45Cairns

21h 55m

2 stops

BNK08:40Ballina Byron

$619

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Jetstar

24 Sept

BNK08:55Ballina Byron

13h 55m

1 stop

CNS22:50Cairns

27 Sept

CNS19:00Cairns

13h 20m

1 stop

BNK08:20Ballina Byron

$710

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Virgin Australia flights from Ballina to Cairns

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Virgin Australia

30 Sept

BNK12:45Ballina Byron

31h 35m

2 stops

CNS20:20Cairns

4 Oct

CNS19:10Cairns

15h 55m

2 stops

BNK11:05Ballina Byron

$929

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Virgin Australia

30 Sept

BNK12:45Ballina Byron

19h 55m

2 stops

CNS08:40Cairns

4 Oct

CNS19:10Cairns

15h 55m

2 stops

BNK11:05Ballina Byron

$969

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Virgin Australia

30 Sept

BNK12:45Ballina Byron

22h 25m

2 stops

CNS11:10Cairns

4 Oct

CNS10:45Cairns

24h 20m

1 stop

BNK11:05Ballina Byron

$993

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BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Sat 18/10

08:55-13:35

1 stop5h 40m

Cairns

Sat 18/10

18:00-08:20

1 stop13h 20m

$393

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Mon 3/11

09:20-08:20

1 stop24h 00m

Cairns

Fri 7/11

23:55-14:15

1 stop13h 20m

$524

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Mon 3/11

09:20-08:20

1 stop24h 00m

Cairns

Fri 7/11

09:45-08:40

2 stops21h 55m

$619

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Sat 18/10

08:55-13:35

1 stop5h 40m

Cairns

Sat 18/10

20:30-12:05

2 stops14h 35m

$629

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Mon 3/11

09:20-09:05

2 stops24h 45m

Cairns

Fri 7/11

09:45-08:35

2 stops21h 50m

$796

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Tue 30/9

12:45-20:20

2 stops31h 35m

Cairns

Sat 4/10

19:10-11:05

2 stops15h 55m

$929

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Tue 30/9

12:45-08:40

2 stops19h 55m

Cairns

Sat 4/10

19:10-11:05

2 stops15h 55m

$969

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Tue 30/9

12:45-11:10

2 stops22h 25m

Cairns

Sat 4/10

10:45-11:05

1 stop24h 20m

$993

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Tue 30/9

08:55-18:45

2 stops9h 50m

Cairns

Sat 4/10

19:00-07:20

1 stop12h 20m

$1,004

BallinaCairns

BNK - CNS

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Tue 30/9

12:45-20:20

2 stops31h 35m

Cairns

Sat 4/10

19:10-11:05

3 stops15h 55m

$1,067

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Ballina to Cairns

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns from Ballina. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $437. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $532. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cairns.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Ballina to Cairns when you can find flight prices for as low as $476. Flying to Cairns in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $526 on average. Flights to Cairns from Ballina in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

When to book flights from Ballina to Cairns

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Ballina to Cairns according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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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 40m, 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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