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C$ 1,950+ Cheap flights to Cairns

— CNS
7 Oct — 14 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Cairns in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Cairns

Sat 19/93:53 p.m. -
2 stops28h 52m
Mon 28/910:55 a.m. -
2 stops27h 41m
Deal found 7/9C$ 2,659
Sat 12/91:40 p.m. -
1 stop24h 50m
Sat 19/97:10 p.m. -
2 stops36h 35m
Deal found 7/9C$ 2,847
Sun 4/108:30 a.m. -
2 stops47h 00m
Mon 26/1012:35 p.m. -
3 stops31h 25m
Deal found 6/9C$ 2,937
Sat 19/911:00 a.m. -
2 stops34h 40m
Mon 28/912:40 p.m. -
3 stops33h 10m
Deal found 7/9C$ 2,978
Sun 13/128:20 p.m. -
2 stops29h 55m
Sun 14/26:00 a.m. -
2 stops24h 57m
Deal found 3/9C$ 3,497

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Round-trip from

C$ 2,659

One-way from

C$ 1,950
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 19/9-28/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 56h 33m total
  • Toronto to Cairns
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/1-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 55m total
  • Toronto to Cairns
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TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 5/1

8:10 p.m.-11:05 a.m.

2 stops47h 55m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 1,950
Quickest round-trip

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 5/1

3:50 p.m.-4:50 p.m.

3 stops34h 00m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 2,148

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 19/9

3:53 p.m.-10:45 a.m.

2 stops28h 52m

Cairns

Mon 28/9

10:55 a.m.-12:36 a.m.

2 stops27h 41m

C$ 2,659

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 4/10

8:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

2 stops47h 00m

Cairns

Mon 26/10

12:35 p.m.-6:41 a.m.

2 stops32h 06m

C$ 2,940

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 19/9

11:00 a.m.-11:40 a.m.

2 stops34h 40m

Cairns

Mon 28/9

12:40 p.m.-7:50 a.m.

3 stops33h 10m

C$ 2,978

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 13/12

8:20 p.m.-5:15 p.m.

2 stops29h 55m

Cairns

Sun 14/2

6:00 a.m.-3:57 p.m.

2 stops24h 57m

C$ 3,497

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 12/1

12:50 p.m.-10:15 a.m.

2 stops30h 25m

Cairns

Mon 12/4

9:00 p.m.-8:02 p.m.

2 stops37h 02m

C$ 4,565

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Cairns

How long is the flight to Cairns?

On average, a flight from Toronto to Cairns takes 47 hours 0 minutes. Flights to Cairns from other popular cities in Canada will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Cairns?

The most popular airline flying from Toronto to Cairns is Air Canada.

Air Canada
Air Canada
From C$ 1,669
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From C$ 1,436

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Cairns?

The cheapest airline flying from Toronto to Cairns is Air Canada.

Rainfall in Cairns by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 mm per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cairns by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

FAQs about flying to Cairns

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

    For a flight to Cairns, you will be flying into Cairns. Cairns (CNS) is just 4.4 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Cairns if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Cairns on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Cairns?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air Canada is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Cairns.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Cairns?

    Cairns is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Cairns. One-way flights to Cairns typically cost C$ 120, while round-trip flights cost around C$ 1,356.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Cairns?

    A round-trip flight to Cairns will typically cost around C$ 1,356, however they can be found for as little as C$ 1,356.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Cairns depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Cairns, Edmonton offers the quickest one-way flight (24 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Cairns have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Cairns can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Cairns?

    Yes. Cairns has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Spacious 7-Bedroom Queenslander Retreat | Privacy, Comfort & Bushland Serenity is the closest property to Cairns (0.0 km away from Cairns).

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