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C$ 1,154+ Cheap flights to Cairns

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CNS
15 Sep — 22 Sep1
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 16 August 2026.

Sat 17/108:15 a.m. -
2 stops37h 25m
Sat 24/1012:40 p.m. -
2 stops43h 00m
Deal found 14/8C$ 2,203
Sat 19/98:15 a.m. -
2 stops37h 25m
Sat 26/912:40 p.m. -
2 stops45h 10m
Deal found 15/8C$ 2,584
Wed 9/95:45 p.m. -
2 stops29h 10m
Tue 15/97:10 p.m. -
2 stops41h 49m
Deal found 11/8C$ 2,637
Tue 15/91:40 p.m. -
1 stop24h 50m
Tue 6/108:40 p.m. -
3 stops33h 49m
Deal found 11/8C$ 2,712
Tue 15/98:30 a.m. -
2 stops36h 15m
Tue 6/106:00 a.m. -
3 stops38h 18m
Deal found 11/8C$ 2,719
Wed 30/98:00 a.m. -
2 stops30h 30m
Wed 7/108:40 p.m. -
3 stops33h 49m
Deal found 15/8C$ 2,731
Sun 13/99:00 p.m. -
2 stops46h 50m
Wed 7/109:10 a.m. -
2 stops43h 50m
Deal found 11/8C$ 2,765
Mon 14/98:55 a.m. -
2 stops31h 00m
Mon 5/106:00 a.m. -
2 stops26h 23m
Deal found 11/8C$ 2,788
Tue 29/91:40 p.m. -
1 stop24h 50m
Tue 6/1010:00 a.m. -
3 stops47h 15m
Deal found 15/8C$ 2,791

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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 16 August 2026.

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C$ 2,203

One-way from

C$ 1,154
17/10-24/10
  • 17/10-24/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 80h 25m total
  • Toronto to Cairns
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15/11
  • 15/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 50m total
  • Toronto to Cairns
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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 17/10

8:15 a.m.-11:40 a.m.

2 stops37h 25m

Cairns

Sat 24/10

12:40 p.m.-5:40 p.m.

2 stops43h 00m

C$ 2,203

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 15/9

8:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m.

2 stops36h 15m

Cairns

Tue 6/10

6:00 a.m.-6:18 a.m.

3 stops38h 18m

C$ 2,719

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 30/9

8:00 a.m.-4:30 a.m.

2 stops30h 30m

Cairns

Wed 7/10

8:40 p.m.-4:29 p.m.

3 stops33h 49m

C$ 2,731
Quickest round-trip

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 4/2

2:00 p.m.-10:55 a.m.

2 stops29h 55m

Cairns

Mon 8/2

12:35 p.m.-5:10 a.m.

2 stops31h 35m

C$ 2,736

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 29/9

1:40 p.m.-4:30 a.m.

1 stop24h 50m

Cairns

Tue 6/10

10:00 a.m.-7:15 p.m.

3 stops47h 15m

C$ 2,791
Cheapest one-way

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 15/11

9:30 a.m.-8:20 a.m.

3 stops55h 50m

C$ 1,154

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 30/9

6:00 a.m.-4:30 a.m.

3 stops56h 30m

C$ 1,394
Quickest one-way

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 8/1

9:55 a.m.-10:10 p.m.

2 stops45h 15m

C$ 1,713

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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 55 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$ 1,675
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From C$ 1,320

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$ 121, while round-trip flights cost around C$ 241.

  • 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 (28 hours 45 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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