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Cheap flights from Canberra to Cairns from $290

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Jetstar Logo
12:15 - 22:05
CBR
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CNS
10h 50m1 stop
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09:45 - 14:50
CNS
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CBR
28h 05m1 stop
$432Jetstar
Fri, 30 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
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12:15 - 22:05
CBR
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CNS
10h 50m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 17:00
CNS
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CBR
10h 00m1 stop
$478Jetstar
Fri, 30 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
Jetstar Logo
12:15 - 22:05
CBR
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CNS
10h 50m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 17:00
CNS
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CBR
10h 00m1 stop
$486Jetstar
Mon, 2 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb
Jetstar Logo
12:15 - 08:30
CBR
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CNS
21h 15m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
14:35 - 11:35
CNS
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CBR
20h 00m1 stop
$492Jetstar
Wed, 18 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb
Jetstar Logo
15:30 - 09:05
CBR
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CNS
18h 35m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
14:25 - 17:00
CNS
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CBR
25h 35m1 stop
$499Jetstar
Fri, 20 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb
Jetstar Logo
12:40 - 20:50
CBR
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CNS
8h 10m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
21:40 - 12:05
CNS
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CBR
14h 25m1 stop
$526Jetstar
Mon, 25 May - Thu, 4 Jun
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12:15 - 22:05
CBR
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CNS
10h 50m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:45 - 17:50
CNS
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CBR
7h 05m2 stops
$527Multiple Airlines
Fri, 30 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 - 09:05
CBR
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CNS
23h 25m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 17:00
CNS
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CBR
10h 00m1 stop
$536Multiple Airlines
Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 26 Feb
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17:40 - 11:20
CBR
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CNS
18h 40m1 stop
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07:50 - 17:50
CNS
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CBR
9h 00m2 stops
$541Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Jan - Sat, 24 Jan
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15:30 - 09:05
CBR
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CNS
18h 35m1 stop
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15:45 - 21:35
CNS
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CBR
4h 50m1 stop
$547Multiple Airlines
Wed, 21 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

Jetstar flights from Canberra to Cairns

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Jetstar
30 Jan
CBR12:15Canberra
10h 50m
1 stop
CNS22:05Cairns
3 Feb
CNS09:45Cairns
28h 05m
1 stop
CBR14:50Canberra
$432
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Jetstar
30 Jan
CBR12:15Canberra
10h 50m
1 stop
CNS22:05Cairns
3 Feb
CNS06:00Cairns
10h 00m
1 stop
CBR17:00Canberra
$478
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Jetstar
2 Feb
CBR12:15Canberra
10h 50m
1 stop
CNS22:05Cairns
9 Feb
CNS06:00Cairns
10h 00m
1 stop
CBR17:00Canberra
$486
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Virgin Australia flights from Canberra to Cairns

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Virgin Australia
27 June
CBR06:05Canberra
5h 20m
1 stop
CNS11:25Cairns
4 July
CNS11:50Cairns
7h 50m
1 stop
CBR19:40Canberra
$580
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Virgin Australia
31 Jan
CBR07:05Canberra
8h 50m
1 stop
CNS14:55Cairns
4 Feb
CNS14:40Cairns
7h 35m
1 stop
CBR23:15Canberra
$610
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Virgin Australia
27 June
CBR07:05Canberra
9h 05m
2 stops
CNS16:10Cairns
3 July
CNS00:55Cairns
8h 55m
1 stop
CBR09:50Canberra
$647
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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 6 January 2026.
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Depart

Return

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CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Fri 30/1

12:15-22:05

1 stop10h 50m

Cairns

Tue 3/2

09:45-14:50

1 stop28h 05m

$432

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Fri 30/1

12:15-22:05

1 stop10h 50m

Cairns

Tue 3/2

06:00-17:00

1 stop10h 00m

$478

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Mon 2/2

12:15-22:05

1 stop10h 50m

Cairns

Mon 9/2

06:00-17:00

1 stop10h 00m

$486

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Wed 18/2

12:15-08:30

1 stop21h 15m

Cairns

Wed 25/2

14:35-11:35

1 stop20h 00m

$492

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Fri 20/2

15:30-09:05

1 stop18h 35m

Cairns

Fri 27/2

14:25-17:00

1 stop25h 35m

$499

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Mon 25/5

12:40-20:50

1 stop8h 10m

Cairns

Thu 4/6

21:40-12:05

1 stop14h 25m

$526

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Fri 30/1

12:15-22:05

1 stop10h 50m

Cairns

Tue 3/2

09:45-17:50

2 stops7h 05m

$527

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Thu 19/2

10:40-09:05

1 stop23h 25m

Cairns

Thu 26/2

06:00-17:00

1 stop10h 00m

$536

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Tue 20/1

17:40-11:20

1 stop18h 40m

Cairns

Sat 24/1

07:50-17:50

2 stops9h 00m

$541

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Wed 21/1

15:30-09:05

1 stop18h 35m

Cairns

Mon 26/1

15:45-21:35

1 stop4h 50m

$547

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Canberra and Cairns?

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 $547, 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 $550.

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 $592 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 $471 on momondo.

How have Canberra to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Canberra to Cairns flights are approximately 33% 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 45m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Canberra to Cairns takes 4h 45m
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 45m.

  • 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?

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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $417Free cancellationRating
7.6
431 reviews
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6.5
498 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $708Free cancellationRating
7.5
967 reviews
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