Cheap flights from Cairns to Queensland from $98

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Queensland. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $220. If you are unable to visit Queensland during the month of January, then departing from Cairns during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $250.

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Queensland is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $283. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Tuesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Cairns to Queensland for around $437.

Flying to Queensland from Cairns in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $304 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $391.

Fly from Cairns to Maroochydore Sunshine Coast for the best Cairns - Queensland flight prices

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Queensland from Cairns when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Queensland for around $254 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Queensland from Cairns for as low as $192 on momondo.

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cairns to Queensland flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Queensland from Cairns according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Queensland. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Queensland on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

As of August 2026, there are 40 flights per day flying from Cairns to Queensland. The most common time of day flights depart is 06:00, with 63% of flights taking off at midday.

As of August 2026, there are 286 flights per week flying from Cairns to Queensland. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.