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Cheap flights from Ballina to Cairns from $263

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Ballina to Cairns departing on 22/8. 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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16:55 - 09:20BNK  Ballina Byron-CNS Cairns
16h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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18:10 - 08:20CNS  Cairns-BNK Ballina Byron
13h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$377Jetstar
Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 13 Oct
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12:40 - 22:25BNK  Ballina Byron-CNS Cairns
9h 45m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:45 - 12:05CNS  Cairns-BNK Ballina Byron
5h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$379Jetstar
Thu, 17 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep
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16:55 - 22:25BNK  Ballina Byron-CNS Cairns
29h 30m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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19:10 - 08:15CNS  Cairns-BNK Ballina Byron
13h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$388Jetstar
Wed, 9 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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16:55 - 09:05BNK  Ballina Byron-CNS Cairns
16h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Coolangatta Gold Coast
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19:10 - 08:15CNS  Cairns-BNK Ballina Byron
13h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$457Jetstar
Wed, 9 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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16:55 - 09:05BNK  Ballina Byron-CNS Cairns
16h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Coolangatta Gold Coast
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18:10 - 08:20CNS  Cairns-BNK Ballina Byron
13h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$459Jetstar
Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 13 Oct
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12:40 - 22:25BNK  Ballina Byron-CNS Cairns
9h 45m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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19:25 - 12:05CNS  Cairns-BNK Ballina Byron
16h 40m2 stops Coolangatta Gold Coast Sydney Kingsford Smith
$460Jetstar
Thu, 17 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep
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08:55 - 22:25BNK  Ballina Byron-CNS Cairns
13h 30m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:15 - 08:20CNS  Cairns-BNK Ballina Byron
13h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$517Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Sep - Sun, 13 Sep
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12:45 - 14:55BNK  Ballina Byron-CNS Cairns
27h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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10:55 - 12:05CNS  Cairns-BNK Ballina Byron
24h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$542Virgin Australia
Wed, 9 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:55 - 22:25BNK  Ballina Byron-CNS Cairns
13h 30m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:55 - 08:20CNS  Cairns-BNK Ballina Byron
35h 25m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
$575Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Sep - Sun, 13 Sep
Jetstar Logo
08:55 - 09:20BNK  Ballina Byron-CNS Cairns
24h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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19:10 - 08:20CNS  Cairns-BNK Ballina Byron
13h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$592Jetstar
Mon, 24 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug

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Jetstar flights from Ballina to Cairns

Our best Jetstar deals on Ballina to Cairns flight tickets
Jetstar
15 Sept
BNK16:55Ballina Byron
16h 25m
1 stop
CNS09:20Cairns
13 Oct
CNS18:10Cairns
13h 10m
1 stop
BNK08:20Ballina Byron
$376
Jetstar
17 Sept
BNK12:40Ballina Byron
9h 45m
1 stop
CNS22:25Cairns
22 Sept
CNS06:45Cairns
5h 20m
1 stop
BNK12:05Ballina Byron
$379
Jetstar
9 Sept
BNK16:55Ballina Byron
29h 30m
1 stop
CNS22:25Cairns
15 Sept
CNS19:10Cairns
13h 05m
1 stop
BNK08:15Ballina Byron
$388

Virgin Australia flights from Ballina to Cairns

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Ballina to Cairns flight tickets
Virgin Australia
9 Dec
BNK12:45Ballina Byron
27h 10m
1 stop
CNS14:55Cairns
12 Dec
CNS10:55Cairns
24h 10m
1 stop
BNK12:05Ballina Byron
$542
Virgin Australia
9 Dec
BNK12:45Ballina Byron
11h 20m
2 stops
CNS23:05Cairns
12 Dec
CNS10:55Cairns
24h 10m
1 stop
BNK12:05Ballina Byron
$597
Virgin Australia
15 Sept
BNK12:45Ballina Byron
10h 35m
2 stops
CNS23:20Cairns
13 Oct
CNS06:00Cairns
29h 05m
2 stops
BNK12:05Ballina Byron
$640

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BallinaCairns

BNK Ballina Byron - CNS Cairns

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Tue 15/9

16:55-09:20

1 stop16h 25m

Cairns

Tue 13/10

18:10-08:20

1 stop13h 10m

$376
Fastest return journey

BallinaCairns

BNK Ballina Byron - CNS Cairns

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Thu 17/9

12:40-22:25

1 stop9h 45m

Cairns

Tue 22/9

06:45-12:05

1 stop5h 20m

$379

BallinaCairns

BNK Ballina Byron - CNS Cairns

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Wed 9/9

16:55-22:25

1 stop29h 30m

Cairns

Tue 15/9

19:10-08:15

1 stop13h 05m

$388

BallinaCairns

BNK Ballina Byron - CNS Cairns

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Wed 9/9

16:55-09:05

2 stops16h 10m

Cairns

Tue 15/9

19:10-08:15

1 stop13h 05m

$457

BallinaCairns

BNK Ballina Byron - CNS Cairns

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Tue 15/9

16:55-09:05

2 stops16h 10m

Cairns

Tue 13/10

18:10-08:20

1 stop13h 10m

$459

BallinaCairns

BNK Ballina Byron - CNS Cairns

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Thu 17/9

12:40-22:25

1 stop9h 45m

Cairns

Tue 22/9

19:25-12:05

2 stops16h 40m

$460

BallinaCairns

BNK Ballina Byron - CNS Cairns

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Sun 6/9

08:55-22:25

1 stop13h 30m

Cairns

Sun 13/9

19:15-08:20

1 stop13h 05m

$517

BallinaCairns

BNK Ballina Byron - CNS Cairns

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Wed 9/12

12:45-14:55

1 stop27h 10m

Cairns

Sat 12/12

10:55-12:05

1 stop24h 10m

$542

BallinaCairns

BNK Ballina Byron - CNS Cairns

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Sun 6/9

08:55-22:25

1 stop13h 30m

Cairns

Sun 13/9

20:55-08:20

2 stops35h 25m

$575

BallinaCairns

BNK Ballina Byron - CNS Cairns

BNKCNS

Ballina Byron

Mon 24/8

08:55-09:20

1 stop24h 25m

Cairns

Fri 28/8

19:10-08:20

1 stop13h 10m

$592

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Fastest flight time

5h 55m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Ballina to Cairns takes 5h 55m
There are no direct flights from Ballina to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Ballina to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Ballina to Cairns

  • 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 55m, 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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