Cheap flights from Cairns to Brisbane from C$ 171
This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 21/9. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
How to find the cheapest flight from Cairns (CNS) to Brisbane (BNE)
All the information you need to plan the best CNS to BNE flight in 2023: compare Cairns to Brisbane flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Brisbane.
Popular in | December |
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Cheapest in | May |
Round-trip from | C$ 2,449 |
One-way from | C$ 407 |
CNS - BNE Price | C$ 1,822 - C$ 3,920 |
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BNE Temperature | 15 - 25 °C |
BNE Rainfall | 30 - 170 mm |
How far in advance should I book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane?
When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 61 days in advance, which can save you up to 94% on flights from Cairns to Brisbane compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 61 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at C$ 337. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from C$ 454.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Brisbane?
The best pricing can be found in the month of May. Prices to Brisbane from Cairns average C$ 283. You can even find prices in May for less than C$ 283, as users have found deals to Brisbane from as low as C$ 157. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Brisbane from Cairns. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 31%.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Brisbane (CNS - BNE)?
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Cairns to Brisbane as you normally would.
Cheap Jetstar flights from Cairns to Brisbane
Find some of the cheapest Jetstar flights travelling from Cairns to Brisbane. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Brisbane
Some of the lowest-priced Virgin Australia flights we've found at this time heading from Cairns to Brisbane. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Cheap Cairns to Brisbane flights in September & October 2023
The best prices found for CNS to BNE flights for September, October
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Cairns to Brisbane 2023 flight deals
Cheap flights to Brisbane from Cairns found for this year
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Direct flights to Brisbane from Cairns
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One-way flights to Brisbane from Cairns
The cheapest one-way flights from Cairns to Brisbane
Users in need of a one-way flight from Cairns to Brisbane can choose from these deals. For those needing a return trip from Cairns, there is a search form available above.
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C$ 171 - C$ 587
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CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Sat 4/11
Nonstop2h 10m
Brisbane
Wed 8/11
Nonstop2h 25m
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Wed 11/10
Nonstop2h 05m
Brisbane
Sat 14/10
Nonstop2h 15m
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Tue 21/11
Nonstop2h 10m
Brisbane
Wed 22/11
Nonstop2h 25m
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Thu 23/11
Nonstop2h 10m
Brisbane
Fri 24/11
Nonstop2h 15m
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Mon 20/11
Nonstop2h 20m
Brisbane
Fri 24/11
Nonstop2h 20m
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Fri 8/12
Nonstop2h 10m
Brisbane
Wed 10/1
Nonstop2h 15m
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Mon 11/12
Nonstop2h 20m
Brisbane
Sat 16/12
Nonstop2h 20m
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Fri 20/10
Nonstop2h 15m
Brisbane
Fri 27/10
Nonstop2h 30m
CairnsBrisbane
CNS - BNE
CNSBNE
Cairns
Wed 11/10
1 stop6h 10m
Brisbane
Sat 14/10
1 stop6h 10m
Reviews of airlines servicing Brisbane
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cairns to Brisbane, such as Jetstar and Virgin Australia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Friendly staff. Clean plane. Free wifi. But not a single snack on a long flight. Cmon Virgin…
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Friendly staff. Clean plane. Free wifi. But not a single snack on a long flight. Cmon Virgin…
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Friendly staff. Clean plane. Free wifi. But not a single snack on a long flight. Cmon Virgin…
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Friendly staff. Clean plane. Free wifi. But not a single snack on a long flight. Cmon Virgin…
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Friendly staff. Clean plane. Free wifi. But not a single snack on a long flight. Cmon Virgin…
Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Cairns to Brisbane flights.
Can I find flights from Cairns to Brisbane for under C$ 200 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Brisbane for under C$ 200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just C$ 171, but on average you can expect to pay C$ 246.
Are there direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane for under C$ 200 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has 14 direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane under C$ 200. A good price for a direct flight from Cairns to Brisbane is less than C$ 220.
Are there last-minute flights available from Cairns to Brisbane for under C$ 500?
There are currently 2+ open flights from Cairns to Brisbane within the next 7 days for less than C$ 500.
What days are direct flights available from Cairns to Brisbane?
You can find direct flights on the following days: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
How many flights depart from Cairns to Brisbane on average per day?
8 flight departures from Cairns to Brisbane per day on average.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 50% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 50% of flight departures
How long is the flight from Cairns to Brisbane?
For as low as C$ 171, Jetstar can have you in Brisbane from Cairns in 2h 10m. There are 1400 km between Cairns and Brisbane. Most flights are nonstop.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Brisbane round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cairns to Brisbane round-trip from C$ 171. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Virgin Australia. These flights start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to Brisbane one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 372 on Virgin Australia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qantas Airways from C$ 407 and Qatar Airways from C$ 3,463 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Brisbane?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Cairns to Brisbane are Fiji Airways (97%), United Airlines (94%) and China Southern (94%).
What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Brisbane?
On average you can expect to pay C$ 202 for a flight from Cairns to Brisbane. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 74 while the most popular route, (Cairns - Brisbane) is currently priced at C$ 164.
What does CNS to BNE mean?
Great question - CNS to BNE just means Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!
Flights to Brisbane from Cairns
Alternative routes for Cairns to Brisbane
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Hourly flight availability from Cairns to Brisbane
See what time of day planes typically take off from Cairns to Brisbane
| 30%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
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| 31%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 39%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 0%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Brisbane
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Cairns to Brisbane
| Sunday | 21daily flights |
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| Monday | 37daily flights |
| Tuesday | 27daily flights |
| Wednesday | 33daily flights |
| Thursday | 34daily flights |
| Friday | 41daily flights |
| Saturday | 31daily flights |