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

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

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

Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Canberra Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Cairns Airport to Canberra Airport is 2 as of August 2025.

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

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Canberra Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Canberra 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.

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20:30 - 12:05CNS-CBR

14h 35m1 stop

12:40 - 23:05CBR-CNS

11h 25m1 stop

$477Jetstar

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Wed, 8 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct

06:00 - 15:50CNS-CBR

9h 50m1 stop

12:40 - 23:05CBR-CNS

10h 25m1 stop

$509Jetstar

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Sat, 6 Sep - Wed, 10 Sep

20:30 - 12:05CNS-CBR

14h 35m1 stop

12:40 - 23:05CBR-CNS

11h 25m1 stop

$525Jetstar

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Tue, 7 Oct - Tue, 14 Oct

21:30 - 07:40CNS-CBR

10h 10m1 stop

12:40 - 23:05CBR-CNS

10h 25m1 stop

$580

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Sun, 7 Sep - Thu, 11 Sep

06:45 - 14:30CNS-CBR

31h 45m2 stops

16:30 - 23:35CBR-CNS

7h 05m1 stop

$586

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Sun, 7 Sep - Thu, 11 Sep

20:25 - 22:15CNS-CBR

25h 50m1 stop

18:50 - 19:45CBR-CNS

24h 55m1 stop

$605Virgin Australia

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Sun, 21 Sep - Sun, 28 Sep

11:40 - 22:15CNS-CBR

9h 35m1 stop

08:00 - 19:10CBR-CNS

12h 10m1 stop

$623Virgin Australia

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Mon, 6 Oct - Mon, 13 Oct

09:45 - 17:50CNS-CBR

7h 05m2 stops

12:40 - 23:05CBR-CNS

11h 25m1 stop

$628

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Wed, 8 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct

06:00 - 12:40CNS-CBR

6h 40m2 stops

16:25 - 22:50CBR-CNS

6h 25m2 stops

$1,544Qantas Airways

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Sun, 21 Sep - Sun, 28 Sep

14:25 - 21:30CNS-CBR

7h 05m2 stops

13:35 - 20:55CBR-CNS

7h 20m2 stops

$1,645Qantas Airways

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Sun, 7 Sep - Thu, 11 Sep

Jetstar flights from Cairns to Canberra

Our best Jetstar deals on Cairns to Canberra flight tickets

Jetstar

8 Oct

CNS20:30Cairns

14h 35m

1 stop

CBR12:05Canberra

15 Oct

CBR12:40Canberra

11h 25m

1 stop

CNS23:05Cairns

$477

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Jetstar

6 Sept

CNS06:00Cairns

9h 50m

1 stop

CBR15:50Canberra

10 Sept

CBR12:40Canberra

10h 25m

1 stop

CNS23:05Cairns

$509

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Jetstar

7 Oct

CNS20:30Cairns

14h 35m

1 stop

CBR12:05Canberra

14 Oct

CBR12:40Canberra

11h 25m

1 stop

CNS23:05Cairns

$525

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Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Canberra

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Cairns to Canberra flight tickets

Virgin Australia

21 Sept

CNS20:25Cairns

25h 50m

1 stop

CBR22:15Canberra

28 Sept

CBR18:50Canberra

24h 55m

1 stop

CNS19:45Cairns

$605

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Virgin Australia

6 Oct

CNS11:40Cairns

9h 35m

1 stop

CBR22:15Canberra

13 Oct

CBR08:00Canberra

12h 10m

1 stop

CNS19:10Cairns

$623

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Virgin Australia

6 Oct

CNS19:50Cairns

25h 25m

1 stop

CBR22:15Canberra

13 Oct

CBR06:25Canberra

13h 45m

1 stop

CNS19:10Cairns

$646

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CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Wed 8/10

20:30-12:05

1 stop14h 35m

Canberra

Wed 15/10

12:40-23:05

1 stop11h 25m

$477

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Sat 6/9

06:00-15:50

1 stop9h 50m

Canberra

Wed 10/9

12:40-23:05

1 stop10h 25m

$509

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Tue 7/10

20:30-12:05

1 stop14h 35m

Canberra

Tue 14/10

12:40-23:05

1 stop11h 25m

$525

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Sun 7/9

21:30-07:40

1 stop10h 10m

Canberra

Thu 11/9

12:40-23:05

1 stop10h 25m

$580

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Sun 7/9

06:45-14:30

2 stops31h 45m

Canberra

Thu 11/9

16:30-23:35

1 stop7h 05m

$586

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Sun 21/9

20:25-22:15

1 stop25h 50m

Canberra

Sun 28/9

18:50-19:45

1 stop24h 55m

$605

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Mon 6/10

11:40-22:15

1 stop9h 35m

Canberra

Mon 13/10

08:00-19:10

1 stop12h 10m

$623

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Wed 8/10

09:45-17:50

2 stops7h 05m

Canberra

Wed 15/10

12:40-23:05

1 stop11h 25m

$628

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Sun 21/9

06:00-12:40

2 stops6h 40m

Canberra

Sun 28/9

16:25-22:50

2 stops6h 25m

$1,544

CairnsCanberra

CNS - CBR

CNSCBR

Cairns

Sun 7/9

14:25-21:30

2 stops7h 05m

Canberra

Thu 11/9

13:35-20:55

2 stops7h 20m

$1,645

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to Canberra

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Canberra?

The cheapest month to fly to Canberra from Cairns is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $571, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Canberra in May, then you should wait until March to fly from Cairns, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $576.

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

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Canberra from Cairns. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $620. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Canberra is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $702.

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

Flying to Canberra from Cairns in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $645 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around $710. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Cairns to Canberra flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Cairns to Canberra flights?

There are 1 cabin classes available to choose from on Cairns to Canberra flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Cairns to Canberra flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Cairns to Canberra flights are approximately 25% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cairns to Canberra

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How far is Cairns to Canberra by plane?
Cairns and Canberra are 2069.5 km apart from one another. 6h 40m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Canberra Airport?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Canberra Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Canberra Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Cairns Airport to Canberra Airport is 2 as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Canberra 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 Canberra Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Canberra Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Canberra 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 Canberra?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Cairns to Canberra is Embraer 190 (100.00% of total bookings).
What is the most popular airline from Cairns to Canberra?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Cairns to Canberra is Virgin Australia (88% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is Jetstar (12%).

Best airlines flying from Cairns to Canberra

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Jetstar	PriceFrom $248	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 467 reviews		Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $481	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 415 reviews		Search Virgin Australia flights

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