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Cheap flights from Cairns to Brisbane from $112

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06:00 - 08:15CNS-BNE
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$198Jetstar
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Wed, 20 Nov - Wed, 27 Nov
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$207Jetstar
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$215Jetstar
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$227Virgin Australia
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Tue, 11 Feb - Fri, 14 Feb
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20:50 - 23:10CNS-BNE
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$264Virgin Australia
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Wed, 6 Nov - Fri, 15 Nov
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$267Virgin Australia
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$112Jetstar
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2h 15mdirect
$116Jetstar
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$119Virgin Australia
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$121Virgin Australia
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Sat, 23 Nov
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$124Jetstar
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$125Jetstar
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20:35 - 22:50CNS-BNE
2h 15mdirect
$206Qantas Airways
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13h 15m1 stop
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20:35 - 22:50CNS-BNE
2h 15mdirect
$239Qantas Airways
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17:35 - 06:50CNS-BNE
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$522Virgin Australia
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$529Virgin Australia
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2h 20mdirect
$565Jetstar
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15:00 - 19:35BNE-CNS
28h 35m2 stops
$927Qantas Airways
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2h 10mdirect
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17h 55m2 stops
$936Jetstar
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Thu, 24 Oct - Mon, 28 Oct
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$198Jetstar
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$209Jetstar
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$215Jetstar
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$216Jetstar
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Wed, 20 Nov - Sun, 24 Nov
06:00 - 08:20CNS-BNE
2h 20mdirect
11:35 - 14:00BNE-CNS
2h 25mdirect
$227Virgin Australia
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Tue, 11 Feb - Fri, 14 Feb
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20:50 - 23:10CNS-BNE
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$264Virgin Australia
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Jetstar flights from Cairns to Brisbane

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20 Nov
CNS06:00Cairns
2h 15m
BNE08:15Brisbane
27 Nov
BNE08:50Brisbane
2h 25m
CNS11:15Cairns
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21 Nov
CNS06:00Cairns
2h 15m
BNE08:15Brisbane
28 Nov
BNE06:30Brisbane
2h 20m
CNS08:50Cairns
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4 Dec
CNS06:00Cairns
2h 15m
BNE08:15Brisbane
8 Dec
BNE06:00Brisbane
2h 20m
CNS08:20Cairns

Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Brisbane

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Virgin Australia
11 Feb
CNS06:00Cairns
2h 20m
BNE08:20Brisbane
14 Feb
BNE11:35Brisbane
2h 25m
CNS14:00Cairns
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6 Nov
CNS20:50Cairns
2h 20m
BNE23:10Brisbane
15 Nov
BNE06:10Brisbane
2h 25m
CNS08:35Cairns
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7 Nov
CNS06:00Cairns
2h 20m
BNE08:20Brisbane
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BNE06:10Brisbane
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to Brisbane

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Brisbane?

May. The cheapest time of year to fly to Brisbane from Cairns is May. The most expensive is December.

What is the cheapest day to depart Cairns for Brisbane?

Thursday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Thursday. The most expensive is usually Friday.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Brisbane?

In the morning. Cairns to Brisbane flights are approximately 9% more expensive at midday than in the morning

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Brisbane from Cairns?

Rex. Rex, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to Brisbane

What is the cheapest Cairns to Brisbane flight route?

Cairns - Brisbane. Fly from Cairns to Brisbane for the best Cairns - Brisbane flight prices

How far in advance should you book Cairns to Brisbane flights?

58 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Cairns to Brisbane is approximately 58 days to departure

How many flights depart from Cairns to Brisbane on average per day?

As of October 2024, 36 flights take off from Cairns and land in Brisbane each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 06:00, with 49% of daily flights taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Cairns to Brisbane on average per week?

As of October 2024, there are 253 flights per week flying from Cairns to Brisbane. The most common day of the week flights depart is Monday, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

Can stopping save me money on Cairns to Brisbane flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cairns to Brisbane.

How have Cairns to Brisbane flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2024, prices for Cairns to Brisbane flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cairns to Brisbane

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cairns to Brisbane according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Cairns to Brisbane (CNS to BNE) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

$112

Fastest flight time

2h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Brisbane

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Brisbane from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $112. The best return flight deal from Cairns to Brisbane found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $198.
The fastest flight from Cairns to Brisbane takes 2h 10m
Direct flights go from Cairns to Brisbane every day.
There is 1 airport near Brisbane: Brisbane (BNE)

  • How far is Cairns to Brisbane by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Cairns to Brisbane is 1388.5 km. By plane, this route typically takes 2h 10m.

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

    Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport refresh daily.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Brisbane 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 Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Brisbane Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Brisbane Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Cairns to Brisbane?

  • What is the most popular airline from Cairns to Brisbane?


Best airlines flying from Cairns to Brisbane

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Cairns to Brisbane with momondo
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RexPriceFrom $88Free cancellationRating
9.4
26 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $129Free cancellationRating
7.6
501 reviews
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JetstarPriceFrom $156Free cancellationRating
6.6
532 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $235Free cancellationRating
7.5
836 reviews
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  • Virgin Australia Flights From Cairns to Brisbane

    Across 29 Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Brisbane this week, the average price was $176, with the best Virgin Australia deals starting from $87 round-trip. 501 users have rated Virgin Australia on momondo, with an average score of 7.6/10.

  • Qantas Airways Flights From Cairns to Brisbane

    The best Qantas Airways deal for Cairns to Brisbane flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $158, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Qantas Airways flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $320 round-trip. Qantas Airways operates 53 flights out of Cairns into Brisbane in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 836 Qantas Airways reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.5/10.


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Can I find flights from Cairns to Brisbane with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Brisbane from Cairns which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from Cairns to Brisbane?

Once you have performed a search for Cairns to Brisbane flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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