C$ 137+ Cheap flights from Cairns
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CNS — SYD
9 Nov — 16 Nov1
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Cheapest round-trip
CairnsBrisbane
CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane
CNSBNE
Cairns
Thu 25/2
6:00 a.m.-8:20 a.m.
Nonstop2h 20m
Brisbane
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 137
CairnsBrisbane
CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane
CNSBNE
Cairns
Sun 3/1
6:00 a.m.-8:20 a.m.
Nonstop2h 20m
Brisbane
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 144
CairnsBrisbane
CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane
CNSBNE
Cairns
Thu 19/11
6:00 a.m.-8:15 a.m.
Nonstop2h 15m
Brisbane
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 155
CairnsBrisbane
CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane
CNSBNE
Cairns
Sat 7/11
6:00 a.m.-8:15 a.m.
Nonstop2h 15m
Brisbane
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 168
CairnsBrisbane
CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane
CNSBNE
Cairns
Thu 22/10
6:00 a.m.-8:10 a.m.
Nonstop2h 10m
Brisbane
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 194
CairnsSydney
CNS Cairns - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
CNSSYD
Cairns
Sat 7/11
6:40 a.m.-10:40 a.m.
Nonstop3h 00m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 194
CairnsBrisbane
CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane
CNSBNE
Cairns
Mon 21/12
3:40 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Nonstop2h 20m
Brisbane
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 198
CairnsBrisbane
CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane
CNSBNE
Cairns
Thu 1/4
3:45 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Nonstop2h 15m
Brisbane
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 199
CairnsMelbourne
CNS Cairns - MEL Melbourne
CNSMEL
Cairns
Fri 23/10
8:35 p.m.-12:55 a.m.
Nonstop3h 20m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 208
CairnsSydney
CNS Cairns - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
CNSSYD
Cairns
Fri 26/3
11:40 a.m.-6:40 p.m.
1 stop6h 00m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 31/12
12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.
Nonstop0h 00m
C$ 215
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns (average of C$ 229). Flying from Cairns in October will prove the most costly (average of C$ 375). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
What are popular destinations to fly to from Cairns?
From Cairns you can expect to find greater availability for the following destinations: Brisbane (224 flights per day), Sydney (221 flights per day) and Melbourne (152 flights per day).
What is the cheapest place to fly to from Cairns?
The cheapest city to fly to from Cairns is Brisbane, with prices starting at C$ 119. Explore other affordable destinations below.
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The price you pay for your flight from Cairns may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 90 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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