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Cheap flights from Canberra to Cairns from $210

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Jetstar Logo
17:40 - 11:20CBR-CNS
18h 40m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
15:50 - 17:00CNS-CBR
24h 10m1 stop
$555Jetstar
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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
18:40 - 23:05CBR-CNS
5h 25m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
23:55 - 10:00CNS-CBR
9h 05m1 stop
$565Virgin Australia
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Thu, 13 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
06:25 - 11:00CBR-CNS
5h 35m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
19:50 - 07:20CNS-CBR
10h 30m1 stop
$576Virgin Australia
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Sun, 12 Oct - Sun, 12 Oct
Virgin Australia Logo
18:40 - 23:20CBR-CNS
5h 40m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
06:00 - 11:40CNS-CBR
4h 40m1 stop
$610Virgin Australia
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Fri, 24 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct
Virgin Australia Logo
14:15 - 19:45CBR-CNS
5h 30m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
09:20 - 18:30CNS-CBR
9h 10m1 stop
$625Virgin Australia
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Sat, 27 Sep - Wed, 1 Oct
Virgin Australia Logo
16:05 - 23:05CBR-CNS
8h 00m2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
14:40 - 23:15CNS-CBR
7h 35m1 stop
$646Virgin Australia
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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
18:40 - 23:05CBR-CNS
5h 25m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
11:40 - 20:05CNS-CBR
7h 25m2 stops
$651Virgin Australia
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Thu, 13 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
Jetstar Logo
17:40 - 17:15CBR-CNS
24h 35m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 17:00CNS-CBR
10h 00m1 stop
$729Jetstar
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Tue, 3 Mar - Sat, 7 Mar
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 22:50CBR-CNS
5h 05m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 15:40CNS-CBR
8h 40m2 stops
$936Qantas Airways
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Fri, 24 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 22:50CBR-CNS
5h 05m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 15:40CNS-CBR
8h 40m2 stops
$939Qantas Airways
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Fri, 24 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct

Jetstar flights from Canberra to Cairns

Our best Jetstar deals on Canberra to Cairns flight tickets
Jetstar
27 Oct
CBR17:40Canberra
18h 40m
1 stop
CNS11:20Cairns
3 Nov
CNS15:50Cairns
24h 10m
1 stop
CBR17:00Canberra
$555
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Jetstar
3 Mar
CBR17:40Canberra
24h 35m
1 stop
CNS17:15Cairns
7 Mar
CNS06:00Cairns
10h 00m
1 stop
CBR17:00Canberra
$729
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Jetstar
13 Nov
CBR12:15Canberra
21h 50m
2 stops
CNS09:05Cairns
17 Nov
CNS12:05Cairns
22h 30m
2 stops
CBR11:35Canberra
$851
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Virgin Australia flights from Canberra to Cairns

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Virgin Australia
13 Nov
CBR18:40Canberra
5h 25m
1 stop
CNS23:05Cairns
17 Nov
CNS23:55Cairns
9h 05m
1 stop
CBR10:00Canberra
$565
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Virgin Australia
12 Oct
CBR06:25Canberra
5h 35m
1 stop
CNS11:00Cairns
12 Oct
CNS19:50Cairns
10h 30m
1 stop
CBR07:20Canberra
$576
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Virgin Australia
24 Oct
CBR18:40Canberra
5h 40m
1 stop
CNS23:20Cairns
29 Oct
CNS06:00Cairns
4h 40m
1 stop
CBR11:40Canberra
$610
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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 September 2025.
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CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Mon 27/10

17:40-11:20

1 stop18h 40m

Cairns

Mon 3/11

15:50-17:00

1 stop24h 10m

$555

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Thu 13/11

18:40-23:05

1 stop5h 25m

Cairns

Mon 17/11

23:55-10:00

1 stop9h 05m

$565

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Sun 12/10

06:25-11:00

1 stop5h 35m

Cairns

Sun 12/10

19:50-07:20

1 stop10h 30m

$576

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Fri 24/10

18:40-23:20

1 stop5h 40m

Cairns

Wed 29/10

06:00-11:40

1 stop4h 40m

$610

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Sat 27/9

14:15-19:45

1 stop5h 30m

Cairns

Wed 1/10

09:20-18:30

1 stop9h 10m

$625

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Mon 27/10

16:05-23:05

2 stops8h 00m

Cairns

Mon 3/11

14:40-23:15

1 stop7h 35m

$646

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Thu 13/11

18:40-23:05

1 stop5h 25m

Cairns

Mon 17/11

11:40-20:05

2 stops7h 25m

$651

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Tue 3/3

17:40-17:15

1 stop24h 35m

Cairns

Sat 7/3

06:00-17:00

1 stop10h 00m

$729

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Fri 24/10

18:45-22:50

1 stop5h 05m

Cairns

Wed 29/10

06:00-15:40

2 stops8h 40m

$936

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Fri 24/10

18:45-22:50

1 stop5h 05m

Cairns

Wed 29/10

06:00-15:40

2 stops8h 40m

$939

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Canberra is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $555, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of March, then departing from Canberra during the month June is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $561.

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

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns from Canberra. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday 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. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $633. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cairns.

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

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Canberra to Cairns when you can find flight prices for as low as $583. Flying to Cairns in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are $634 on average. Flights to Cairns from Canberra at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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 $613 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 $514 on momondo.

How have Canberra to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Canberra to Cairns flights are approximately 24% 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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  • 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 05m.

  • 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 $420Free cancellationRating
6.5
474 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $433Free cancellationRating
7.5
416 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $713Free cancellationRating
7.5
905 reviews
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