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Cheap flights from Canberra to Cairns from $244

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Jetstar Logo
12:40 - 22:40
CBR
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CNS
10h 00m
1 stop
Jetstar Logo
21:40 - 12:05
CNS
-
CBR
14h 25m
1 stop
$451Jetstar
Thu, 6 Aug - Thu, 13 Aug
Jetstar Logo
17:40 - 09:20
CBR
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CNS
16h 40m
1 stop
Jetstar Logo
14:25 - 17:00
CNS
-
CBR
25h 35m
1 stop
$455Jetstar
Wed, 18 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar
Jetstar Logo
12:40 - 20:50
CBR
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CNS
8h 10m
1 stop
Jetstar Logo
21:40 - 12:05
CNS
-
CBR
14h 25m
1 stop
$468Jetstar
Wed, 15 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr
Jetstar Logo
17:40 - 09:20
CBR
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CNS
16h 40m
1 stop
Jetstar Logo
14:25 - 17:00
CNS
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CBR
25h 35m
1 stop
$485Jetstar
Wed, 18 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar
Jetstar Logo
16:20 - 08:30
CBR
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CNS
16h 10m
1 stop
Jetstar Logo
21:40 - 12:05
CNS
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CBR
14h 25m
1 stop
$488Jetstar
Sat, 25 Apr - Mon, 4 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:40 - 23:05
CBR
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CNS
6h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:25 - 17:00
CNS
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CBR
25h 35m
1 stop
$533Multiple Airlines
Thu, 19 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
18:40 - 23:05
CBR
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CNS
5h 25m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
17:20 - 23:15
CNS
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CBR
4h 55m
1 stop
$535Virgin Australia
Fri, 20 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
06:30 - 11:00
CBR
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CNS
5h 30m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
09:15 - 18:00
CNS
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CBR
7h 45m
1 stop
$540Virgin Australia
Mon, 16 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:40 - 23:05
CBR
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CNS
6h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:25 - 17:00
CNS
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CBR
25h 35m
1 stop
$543Multiple Airlines
Thu, 19 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:15 - 13:00
CBR
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CNS
5h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 12:05
CNS
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CBR
14h 25m
1 stop
$549Multiple Airlines
Sun, 12 Apr - Wed, 15 Apr

Virgin Australia flights from Canberra to Cairns

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Virgin Australia
16 Mar
CBR06:30Canberra
5h 30m
1 stop
CNS11:00Cairns
20 Mar
CNS09:15Cairns
7h 45m
1 stop
CBR18:00Canberra
$540
Virgin Australia
17 Apr
CBR08:40Canberra
7h 30m
1 stop
CNS16:10Cairns
24 Apr
CNS13:40Cairns
8h 45m
1 stop
CBR22:25Canberra
$560
Virgin Australia
28 July
CBR06:20Canberra
17h 00m
1 stop
CNS23:20Cairns
1 Aug
CNS16:55Cairns
25h 35m
1 stop
CBR18:30Canberra
$564

Jetstar flights from Canberra to Cairns

Our best Jetstar deals on Canberra to Cairns flight tickets
Jetstar
6 Aug
CBR12:40Canberra
10h 00m
1 stop
CNS22:40Cairns
13 Aug
CNS21:40Cairns
14h 25m
1 stop
CBR12:05Canberra
$451
Jetstar
18 Mar
CBR17:40Canberra
16h 40m
1 stop
CNS09:20Cairns
23 Mar
CNS14:25Cairns
25h 35m
1 stop
CBR17:00Canberra
$455
Jetstar
15 Apr
CBR12:40Canberra
8h 10m
1 stop
CNS20:50Cairns
22 Apr
CNS21:40Cairns
14h 25m
1 stop
CBR12:05Canberra
$468

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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 4 March 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Thu 6/8

12:40-22:40

1 stop10h 00m

Cairns

Thu 13/8

21:40-12:05

1 stop14h 25m

$451

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Wed 18/3

17:40-09:20

1 stop16h 40m

Cairns

Mon 23/3

14:25-17:00

1 stop25h 35m

$455

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Wed 15/4

12:40-20:50

1 stop8h 10m

Cairns

Wed 22/4

21:40-12:05

1 stop14h 25m

$468

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Wed 18/3

17:40-09:20

1 stop16h 40m

Cairns

Mon 23/3

14:25-17:00

1 stop25h 35m

$485

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Sat 25/4

16:20-08:30

1 stop16h 10m

Cairns

Mon 4/5

21:40-12:05

1 stop14h 25m

$488

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Thu 19/3

17:40-23:05

1 stop6h 25m

Cairns

Mon 23/3

14:25-17:00

1 stop25h 35m

$533

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Fri 20/3

18:40-23:05

1 stop5h 25m

Cairns

Wed 25/3

17:20-23:15

1 stop4h 55m

$535

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Mon 16/3

06:30-11:00

1 stop5h 30m

Cairns

Fri 20/3

09:15-18:00

1 stop7h 45m

$540

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Thu 19/3

17:40-23:05

1 stop6h 25m

Cairns

Mon 23/3

14:25-17:00

1 stop25h 35m

$543

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Sun 12/4

07:15-13:00

1 stop5h 45m

Cairns

Wed 15/4

21:40-12:05

1 stop14h 25m

$549

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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 $519, 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 January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $526.

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 $564 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 $413 on momondo.

How have Canberra to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Canberra to Cairns flights are approximately 22% 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

4h 50m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Canberra to Cairns takes 4h 50m
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 4h 50m.

  • 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
527 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $421Free cancellationRating
7.6
445 reviews
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7.5
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