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Cheap flights from Canberra to Cairns from $291

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Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 - 09:05
CBR
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CNS
23h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:45 - 14:50
CNS
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CBR
28h 05m
1 stop
$481Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
06:20 - 13:10
CBR
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CNS
6h 50m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
10:30 - 18:10
CNS
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CBR
7h 40m
1 stop
$485Virgin Australia
Wed, 6 May - Sat, 9 May
Jetstar Logo
17:40 - 09:20
CBR
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CNS
16h 40m
1 stop
Jetstar Logo
16:00 - 11:35
CNS
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CBR
18h 35m
1 stop
$499Jetstar
Wed, 11 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:20 - 16:40
CBR
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CNS
5h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:55 - 17:00
CNS
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CBR
6h 05m
1 stop
$515Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
11:20 - 16:10
CBR
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CNS
4h 50m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
00:55 - 09:50
CNS
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CBR
8h 55m
1 stop
$520Virgin Australia
Tue, 7 Jul - Sun, 12 Jul
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:20 - 13:10
CBR
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CNS
6h 50m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 12:05
CNS
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CBR
14h 25m
1 stop
$523Multiple Airlines
Sat, 25 Apr - Fri, 1 May
Virgin Australia Logo
13:55 - 09:50
CBR
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CNS
19h 55m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
09:20 - 19:40
CNS
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CBR
10h 20m
1 stop
$525Virgin Australia
Tue, 28 Jul - Sat, 1 Aug
Virgin Australia Logo
18:50 - 09:50
CBR
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CNS
15h 00m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
09:20 - 19:40
CNS
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CBR
10h 20m
1 stop
$527Virgin Australia
Tue, 28 Jul - Sat, 1 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:40 - 14:00
CBR
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CNS
5h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:45 - 14:50
CNS
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CBR
28h 05m
1 stop
$536Multiple Airlines
Fri, 27 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar
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09:40 - 16:40
CBR
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CNS
8h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:55 - 17:00
CNS
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CBR
6h 05m
1 stop
$539Multiple Airlines
Fri, 27 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb

Virgin Australia flights from Canberra to Cairns

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Canberra to Cairns flight tickets
Virgin Australia
6 May
CBR06:20Canberra
6h 50m
1 stop
CNS13:10Cairns
9 May
CNS10:30Cairns
7h 40m
1 stop
CBR18:10Canberra
$485
Virgin Australia
7 July
CBR11:20Canberra
4h 50m
1 stop
CNS16:10Cairns
12 July
CNS00:55Cairns
8h 55m
1 stop
CBR09:50Canberra
$520
Virgin Australia
28 July
CBR13:55Canberra
19h 55m
1 stop
CNS09:50Cairns
1 Aug
CNS09:20Cairns
10h 20m
1 stop
CBR19:40Canberra
$525

Qantas Airways flights from Canberra to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Canberra to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
6 May
CBR06:05Canberra
8h 55m
2 stops
CNS15:00Cairns
9 May
CNS06:00Cairns
10h 00m
2 stops
CBR16:00Canberra
$701
Qantas Airways
7 May
CBR06:05Canberra
8h 55m
2 stops
CNS15:00Cairns
10 May
CNS06:00Cairns
7h 10m
1 stop
CBR13:10Canberra
$714
Qantas Airways
7 May
CBR06:05Canberra
5h 45m
1 stop
CNS11:50Cairns
10 May
CNS06:00Cairns
7h 10m
1 stop
CBR13:10Canberra
$717

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Canberra to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 14 February 2026.
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CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Tue 10/3

10:40-09:05

1 stop23h 25m

Cairns

Tue 17/3

09:45-14:50

1 stop28h 05m

$481

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Wed 6/5

06:20-13:10

1 stop6h 50m

Cairns

Sat 9/5

10:30-18:10

1 stop7h 40m

$485

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Wed 11/3

17:40-09:20

1 stop16h 40m

Cairns

Wed 18/3

16:00-11:35

1 stop18h 35m

$499

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Wed 25/2

12:20-16:40

1 stop5h 20m

Cairns

Sat 28/2

09:55-17:00

1 stop6h 05m

$515

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Tue 7/7

11:20-16:10

1 stop4h 50m

Cairns

Sun 12/7

00:55-09:50

1 stop8h 55m

$520

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Sat 25/4

06:20-13:10

1 stop6h 50m

Cairns

Fri 1/5

21:40-12:05

1 stop14h 25m

$523

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Tue 28/7

13:55-09:50

1 stop19h 55m

Cairns

Sat 1/8

09:20-19:40

1 stop10h 20m

$525

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Tue 28/7

18:50-09:50

1 stop15h 00m

Cairns

Sat 1/8

09:20-19:40

1 stop10h 20m

$527

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Fri 27/2

09:40-14:00

1 stop5h 20m

Cairns

Tue 3/3

09:45-14:50

1 stop28h 05m

$536

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Fri 27/2

09:40-16:40

1 stop8h 00m

Cairns

Sat 28/2

09:55-17:00

1 stop6h 05m

$539

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Canberra to Cairns

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Canberra is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $517, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of November, then departing from Canberra during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $523.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairns?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from Canberra when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around $563 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairns from Canberra for as low as $411 on momondo.

How have Canberra to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for Canberra to Cairns flights are approximately 36% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Canberra to Cairns

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

5h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Canberra to Cairns takes 5h 25m
There are no direct flights from Canberra to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Canberra to Cairns.
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  • How far is Canberra to Cairns by plane?

    Cairns is 2069.5 km away from Canberra. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 5h 25m.

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

    Prices for flights from Canberra Airport to Cairns Airport are updated daily.

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

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

Best airlines flying from Canberra to Cairns

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JetstarPriceFrom $241Free cancellationRating
6.5
519 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $420Free cancellationRating
7.5
439 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $710Free cancellationRating
7.5
989 reviews
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