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Cheap flights from Cairns to Brisbane from C$ 153

CNS — BNE
8 Oct — 15 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Brisbane

Tue 13/106:00 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 10m
Thu 22/106:00 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 30m
Deal found 3/9C$ 196
Wed 21/106:00 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 10m
Sat 24/106:00 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 30m
Deal found 8/9C$ 197
Tue 13/106:00 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 10m
Wed 14/106:00 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 30m
Deal found 3/9C$ 207
Wed 21/106:00 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 10m
Wed 28/102:55 p.m. -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 6/9C$ 215
Thu 29/106:00 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 15m
Tue 3/118:55 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 25m
Deal found 8/9C$ 223
Wed 7/106:00 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 10m
Wed 14/106:00 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 30m
Deal found 7/9C$ 228
Tue 22/96:00 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 10m
Fri 9/106:00 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 30m
Deal found 4/9C$ 237
Sat 17/109:10 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 10m
Mon 19/106:00 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 30m
Deal found 4/9C$ 252
Sat 17/103:35 p.m. -
Nonstop2h 10m
Sun 18/106:00 a.m. -
Nonstop2h 30m
Deal found 4/9C$ 262
Sat 7/112:40 p.m. -
Nonstop2h 20m
Mon 9/118:40 p.m. -
Nonstop2h 25m
Deal found 7/9C$ 263

Find flight deals from Cairns to Brisbane

Round-trip from

C$ 189

One-way from

C$ 153

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 301

Good one-way deal

C$ 221 or less
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 7/2-13/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 45m total
  • Cairns to Brisbane
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 6/11-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Cairns to Brisbane
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (C$ 38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Fri 6/11

12:05 p.m.-2:20 p.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 153
Quickest round-trip

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Sat 26/9

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

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 30/9

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

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 21/10

6:00 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sat 24/10

6:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Nonstop2h 30m

C$ 207

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 1/10

8:55 p.m.-11:10 p.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 208

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 23/9

9:40 a.m.-11:50 a.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 215

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Sun 27/9

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$ 215

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Fri 25/9

9:10 a.m.-11:20 a.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 215

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 21/10

6:00 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 28/10

2:55 p.m.-5:15 p.m.

Nonstop2h 20m

C$ 215

CairnsBrisbane

CNS Cairns - BNE Brisbane

CNSBNE

Cairns

Fri 27/11

5:40 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Nonstop2h 20m

Brisbane

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 219

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to Brisbane

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cairns to Brisbane, you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane (average of C$ 204). Flying from Cairns to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 301). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CNS to 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cairns to Brisbane?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Cairns to Brisbane flights typically cost between C$ 214 and C$ 365 in February.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 189 on Virgin Australia (7 Feb-13 Feb).

Related info for your journey

  • How popular is this Cairns to Brisbane flight route?

    The Cairns to Brisbane flight path was viewed by 4 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

    For as low as C$ 207, Virgin Australia can have you in Brisbane from Cairns in 2h 10m. There are 1392 km between Cairns and Brisbane. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Brisbane?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Cairns to Brisbane are United Airlines (100%), Air Niugini (98%) and Air Canada (96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Brisbane?

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 287 for a flight from Cairns to Brisbane. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 107 while the most popular route, (Cairns - Brisbane) is currently priced at C$ 168.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane (average of C$ 204). Flying from Cairns to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 301). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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