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C$ 1,127+ Cheap flights to Cairns

— CNS
28 Oct — 4 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Cairns in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Cairns

Sat 24/108:15 a.m. -
2 stops37h 20m
Sat 5/1212:35 p.m. -
2 stops25h 05m
Deal found 26/9C$ 2,510
Sun 25/108:05 p.m. -
2 stops30h 35m
Tue 8/123:45 p.m. -
2 stops41h 10m
Deal found 26/9C$ 2,552
Wed 2/125:40 p.m. -
2 stops30h 15m
Wed 16/123:45 p.m. -
2 stops48h 39m
Deal found 27/9C$ 2,613
Tue 1/125:40 p.m. -
2 stops32h 35m
Tue 15/126:00 a.m. -
2 stops28h 57m
Deal found 26/9C$ 2,629
Fri 4/124:15 p.m. -
2 stops28h 35m
Fri 8/112:35 p.m. -
2 stops66h 39m
Deal found 27/9C$ 2,664
Thu 15/104:15 p.m. -
2 stops29h 25m
Mon 19/1012:00 p.m. -
3 stops32h 10m
Deal found 27/9C$ 2,699

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Round-trip from

C$ 2,107

One-way from

C$ 945
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  • Fiji Airways
  • 9/2-11/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 60h 40m total
  • Toronto to Cairns
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12/11-31/12
  • 12/11-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 30m total
  • Toronto to Cairns
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TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 4/11

9:55 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

2 stops40h 35m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

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

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 1,127

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 25/10

8:05 p.m.-4:40 p.m.

2 stops30h 35m

Cairns

Tue 8/12

3:45 p.m.-5:55 p.m.

2 stops41h 10m

C$ 2,552

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 2/12

5:40 p.m.-2:55 p.m.

2 stops30h 15m

Cairns

Wed 16/12

3:45 p.m.-1:24 a.m.

2 stops48h 39m

C$ 2,613

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 4/12

4:15 p.m.-2:45 p.m.

2 stops31h 30m

Cairns

Sat 9/1

6:50 a.m.-4:14 p.m.

2 stops48h 24m

C$ 2,718

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 15/10

4:15 p.m.-11:40 a.m.

2 stops29h 25m

Cairns

Mon 19/10

5:40 p.m.-10:10 p.m.

2 stops42h 30m

C$ 2,719

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 24/10

4:15 p.m.-11:50 a.m.

2 stops29h 35m

Cairns

Sun 6/12

8:00 a.m.-10:55 p.m.

2 stops29h 55m

C$ 2,774

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 2/12

7:00 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

2 stops40h 55m

Cairns

Wed 16/12

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

3 stops48h 57m

C$ 2,807

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 27/10

3:00 p.m.-10:55 a.m.

2 stops29h 55m

Cairns

Sun 6/12

6:40 a.m.-10:55 p.m.

2 stops31h 15m

C$ 2,975

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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 30 hours 15 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$ 1,708

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$ 156, while round-trip flights cost around C$ 1,387.

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

    A round-trip flight to Cairns will typically cost around C$ 1,387, however they can be found for as little as C$ 1,387.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Cairns depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Cairns, Vancouver offers the quickest one-way flight (20 hours 20 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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