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C$ 787+ Cheap flights to Cairns (CNS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CNS
26 May — 2 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Cairns in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Cairns. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 26 April 2026.

Sat 7/117:00 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops28h 00m
Air Canada
Wed 11/116:00 a.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops28h 24m
Air Canada
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,309
Thu 15/1010:25 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops46h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/116:00 a.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops29h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4C$ 2,352
Fri 8/59:00 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops42h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/67:00 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4C$ 2,368
Sun 16/86:28 p.m.
YYZ
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CNS
2 stops29h 12m
Qantas Airways
Mon 31/81:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops30h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,376
Fri 22/59:00 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops42h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/64:55 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops38h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4C$ 2,383
Mon 25/59:00 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops42h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 30/64:10 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops36h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 2,424
Thu 10/910:25 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops51h 30m
Air Canada
Mon 14/97:15 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops56h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 23/4C$ 2,491

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Find the latest flights to Cairns in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 629,999 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 2,352

One-way from

C$ 787
15/10-11/11
  • 15/10-11/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 76h 24m total
  • Toronto to Cairns
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11/6
  • 11/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 50m total
  • Toronto to Cairns
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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 8/5

9:00 p.m.-5:30 a.m.

2 stops42h 30m

Cairns

Fri 12/6

7:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

2 stops36h 00m

C$ 2,368

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 16/8

6:28 p.m.-1:40 p.m.

2 stops29h 12m

Cairns

Mon 31/8

1:40 p.m.-6:10 a.m.

2 stops30h 30m

C$ 2,376

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 10/9

10:25 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

2 stops51h 30m

Cairns

Mon 14/9

7:15 p.m.-1:50 p.m.

2 stops56h 35m

C$ 2,491

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 15/10

10:25 p.m.-11:10 a.m.

2 stops46h 45m

Cairns

Wed 11/11

6:00 a.m.-4:29 p.m.

3 stops49h 29m

C$ 2,561

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 22/5

7:00 p.m.-1:40 p.m.

1 stop28h 40m

Cairns

Fri 5/6

7:10 p.m.-4:32 p.m.

1 stop35h 22m

C$ 3,154

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 15/10

1:25 p.m.-4:30 a.m.

1 stop25h 05m

Cairns

Wed 11/11

6:05 p.m.-4:29 p.m.

1 stop37h 24m

C$ 3,295
Quickest round-trip

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 25/5

7:00 p.m.-1:40 p.m.

1 stop28h 40m

Cairns

Tue 30/6

6:00 a.m.-3:24 p.m.

2 stops23h 24m

C$ 3,337
Cheapest one-way

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 11/6

10:50 a.m.-11:40 a.m.

3 stops34h 50m

C$ 787

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 6/6

6:15 a.m.-11:40 a.m.

3 stops39h 25m

C$ 805

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 9/5

9:00 p.m.-5:30 a.m.

2 stops42h 30m

C$ 1,152

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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 29 hours 12 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.

Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From C$ 1,300
Air Canada
Air Canada
From C$ 1,650
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From C$ 1,750

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

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature totals 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, Fiji Airways 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$ 144, while round-trip flights cost around C$ 236.

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

    A round-trip flight to Cairns will typically cost around C$ 245, however they can be found for as little as C$ 236.

  • 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 (25 hours 0 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. Hillside Hideaway: vibrant retreat surrounded by hiking trails - mins from city! is the closest property to Cairns (0.0 km away from Cairns).

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