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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Cairns from C$ 1,920

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
YVR — CNS
30 Apr — 7 May1
1 adult
Tue 30/4
Tue 7/5

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Vancouver to Cairns?

Sunday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 37%.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Cairns?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in February. For low rates, May can be a great choice for travel to Cairns. Flights to Cairns from Vancouver in May are about C$ 2,866 on average during May, but can be found for as low as C$ 2,172.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Vancouver to Cairns (YVR - CNS)?

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% on flights from Vancouver to Cairns by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Vancouver to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Vancouver and Cairns. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Air New Zealand flights we've found from Vancouver to Cairns. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Sun 8/98:55 p.m.YVR - CNS
1 stop20h 50mAir New Zealand
Fri 11/108:30 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops57h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,107
Fri 6/98:55 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops32h 40mAir New Zealand
Sat 5/106:40 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops35h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,113
Thu 5/98:55 p.m.YVR - CNS
1 stop20h 50mAir New Zealand
Sat 5/1012:45 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops41h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,146
Thu 5/98:55 p.m.YVR - CNS
1 stop20h 50mAir New Zealand
Sat 5/1010:55 a.m.CNS - YVR
1 stop19h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,209
Wed 21/88:30 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops45h 15mAir New Zealand
Sat 5/106:40 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops35h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,239
Thu 5/98:55 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops28h 05mAir New Zealand
Sat 5/106:40 p.m.CNS - YVR
3 stops44h 21mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,257
Thu 22/84:15 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops25h 30mAir New Zealand
Sat 5/106:40 p.m.CNS - YVR
3 stops45h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,259
Sun 8/910:25 a.m.YVR - CNS
3 stops38h 35mAir New Zealand
Fri 11/108:30 p.m.CNS - YVR
3 stops40h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,289
Wed 21/81:10 p.m.YVR - CNS
3 stops40h 25mAir New Zealand
Sat 5/106:40 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops35h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,306

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Vancouver to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Vancouver and Cairns. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Qantas Airways flights from Vancouver to Cairns. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Wed 21/88:00 a.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops35h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 5/103:50 p.m.CNS - YVR
1 stop18h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,118
Thu 22/88:00 a.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops35h 40mQantas Airways
Sat 5/106:40 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops62h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,141
Sun 8/98:00 a.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops36h 55mQantas Airways
Fri 11/102:35 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops42h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,144
Thu 22/88:00 a.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops35h 40mQantas Airways
Sat 5/103:50 p.m.CNS - YVR
1 stop18h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,153
Fri 6/98:00 a.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops36h 55mQantas Airways
Sat 5/103:50 p.m.CNS - YVR
1 stop18h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,164
Mon 21/108:20 p.m.YVR - CNS
1 stop32h 40mQantas Airways
Fri 25/108:30 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops37h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/4C$ 2,312
Mon 21/108:20 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops30h 30mQantas Airways
Fri 25/106:40 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops38h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,349
Fri 24/55:00 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops26h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 29/512:45 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops21h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4C$ 3,015
Fri 24/55:00 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops26h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 29/59:10 a.m.CNS - YVR
3 stops25h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4C$ 3,485

Cheap Vancouver to Cairns flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Vancouver to Cairns specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Prices were last updated on 25 April 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Vancouver to Cairns in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Fri 24/51:50 p.m.YVR - CNS
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/512:00 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 1,920
Fri 24/510:40 p.m.YVR - CNS
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/56:00 a.m.CNS - YVR
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,436
Thu 23/512:55 a.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/57:00 a.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,888
Fri 24/55:00 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops26h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 29/512:45 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops21h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4C$ 3,015
Fri 24/55:00 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops26h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 29/59:10 a.m.CNS - YVR
3 stops25h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4C$ 3,485
Thu 23/512:55 a.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops67h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/54:35 p.m.CNS - YVR
1 stop31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 3,920
Fri 24/54:39 p.m.YVR - CNS
3 stops27h 11mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/59:10 a.m.CNS - YVR
3 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 4,157
Thu 23/512:55 a.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/58:30 p.m.CNS - YVR
3 stops43h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 4,164

Vancouver to Cairns 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Vancouver and Cairns in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Vancouver to Cairns in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Fri 24/51:50 p.m.YVR - CNS
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/512:00 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 1,920
Sun 8/98:55 p.m.YVR - CNS
1 stop20h 50mAir New Zealand
Fri 11/108:30 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops57h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,107
Fri 6/98:55 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops32h 40mAir New Zealand
Sat 5/106:40 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops35h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,113
Wed 21/88:00 a.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops35h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 5/103:50 p.m.CNS - YVR
1 stop18h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,118
Thu 22/88:00 a.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops35h 40mQantas Airways
Sat 5/106:40 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops62h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,141
Sun 8/98:00 a.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops36h 55mQantas Airways
Fri 11/102:35 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops42h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,144
Thu 5/98:55 p.m.YVR - CNS
1 stop20h 50mAir New Zealand
Sat 5/1012:45 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops41h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,146
Thu 22/88:00 a.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops35h 40mQantas Airways
Sat 5/103:50 p.m.CNS - YVR
1 stop18h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,153
Fri 6/98:00 a.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops36h 55mQantas Airways
Sat 5/103:50 p.m.CNS - YVR
1 stop18h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,164

Find flights from Vancouver to Cairns within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver 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, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.

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Vancouver IntlCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Fri 24/5

1 stop21h 35m

Cairns

Wed 29/5

2 stops42h 45m

C$ 1,920

Vancouver IntlCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sun 8/9

1 stop20h 50m

Cairns

Fri 11/10

2 stops57h 35m

C$ 2,107

Vancouver IntlCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Fri 6/9

2 stops32h 40m

Cairns

Sat 5/10

2 stops35h 25m

C$ 2,113

Vancouver IntlCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Wed 21/8

2 stops35h 05m

Cairns

Sat 5/10

1 stop18h 40m

C$ 2,118

Vancouver IntlCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Thu 22/8

2 stops35h 40m

Cairns

Sat 5/10

2 stops62h 50m

C$ 2,141

Vancouver IntlCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sun 8/9

2 stops36h 55m

Cairns

Fri 11/10

2 stops42h 55m

C$ 2,144

Vancouver IntlCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Wed 21/8

1 stop21h 55m

Cairns

Sat 5/10

1 stop28h 35m

C$ 2,300

Vancouver IntlCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Mon 21/10

1 stop20h 55m

Cairns

Fri 25/10

1 stop29h 40m

C$ 2,610

Vancouver IntlCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sun 20/10

2 stops41h 55m

Cairns

Fri 25/10

2 stops49h 45m

C$ 3,217

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Deals found on 24/4

When is the cheapest time to fly from Vancouver to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver to Cairns flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated 25 April 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways from Vancouver to Cairns by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
655 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
655 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
655 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Cathay Pacific
7.9
Good
1,135 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
655 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,479 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
655 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,004 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
655 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
6,857 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
655 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Vancouver?

    Cairns (CNS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Vancouver to Cairns. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cairns from Vancouver; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Vancouver per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Cairns airport from Vancouver. It is only a 4.4 km journey from Cairns (CNS) to Cairns’s city centre.

  • Can I find flights from Vancouver to Cairns for under C$ 2,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Vancouver to Cairns for under C$ 2,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just C$ 1,920, but on average you can expect to pay C$ 2,213.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Vancouver to Cairns round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Vancouver to Cairns round-trip from C$ 2,107. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from C$ 2,118, and Air Canada, from C$ 2,610. Air New Zealand is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What does YVR to CNS mean?

    YVR and CNS are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. YVR to CNS refers to a flight route from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cairns Airport. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Vancouver Coal Harbour Airport (CXH), Ganges SPB Airport (YGG), Galiano Island Montagne Harbor Airport (YMF), Village Bay Miners Bay Airport (YAV), Saturna Island Lyall Harbour Airport (YAJ).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Vancouver to Cairns that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Vancouver to Cairns flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Vancouver to Cairns with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Vancouver to Cairns flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Vancouver to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Vancouver to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Vancouver to Cairns?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Vancouver to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Vancouver to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Vancouver to Cairns that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Vancouver to Cairns offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Vancouver to Cairns?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Vancouver to Cairns flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Vancouver to Cairns flight deals updated?

    The Vancouver to Cairns flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 24/4.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Vancouver to Cairns

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,721AverageC$ 2,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 2,009AverageC$ 2,542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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