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C$ 1,081+ 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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CNS
15 Jul — 22 Jul1
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 15 June 2026.

Sat 25/710:00 a.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
3 stops35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/812:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
3 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6C$ 2,182
Thu 30/79:45 a.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops35h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/812:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops25h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/6C$ 2,333
Sun 18/107:00 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/116:00 a.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops24h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6C$ 2,591
Sat 11/78:15 a.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops37h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 18/712:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6C$ 2,667
Sat 27/66:35 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops27h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/75:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6C$ 2,705
Sun 18/106:22 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops29h 18m
Qantas Airways
Tue 17/1111:50 a.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
3 stops56h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/6C$ 2,776

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C$ 2,182

One-way from

C$ 1,081
25/7-3/8
  • 25/7-3/8
  • 6 total stops
  • 67h 55m total
  • Toronto to Cairns
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11/9
  • 11/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 15m total
  • Toronto to Cairns
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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 25/7

10:55 a.m.-11:40 a.m.

2 stops34h 45m

Cairns

Mon 3/8

12:40 p.m.-6:55 a.m.

3 stops32h 15m

C$ 2,228

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 30/7

9:45 a.m.-11:40 a.m.

2 stops35h 55m

Cairns

Thu 6/8

12:40 p.m.-12:13 a.m.

2 stops25h 33m

C$ 2,333
Quickest round-trip

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 11/7

6:35 p.m.-11:40 a.m.

2 stops27h 05m

Cairns

Sat 18/7

12:40 p.m.-6:10 a.m.

2 stops31h 30m

C$ 2,749

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 18/10

6:22 p.m.-1:40 p.m.

2 stops29h 18m

Cairns

Tue 17/11

11:50 a.m.-5:10 a.m.

3 stops56h 20m

C$ 2,776

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 27/7

6:18 p.m.-1:40 p.m.

2 stops29h 22m

Cairns

Thu 27/8

1:55 p.m.-10:59 a.m.

3 stops35h 04m

C$ 2,988

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 3/7

3:14 p.m.-12:55 p.m.

3 stops31h 41m

Cairns

Fri 24/7

3:45 p.m.-10:59 a.m.

3 stops33h 14m

C$ 3,288

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 10/7

6:18 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

2 stops33h 17m

Cairns

Fri 17/7

2:35 p.m.-10:59 a.m.

3 stops34h 24m

C$ 3,414

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 3/7

5:16 p.m.-8:20 p.m.

2 stops37h 04m

Cairns

Fri 24/7

6:00 a.m.-4:10 p.m.

2 stops24h 10m

C$ 3,597
Cheapest one-way

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 11/9

9:15 p.m.-4:30 a.m.

2 stops41h 15m

C$ 1,081

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 12/7

9:40 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

3 stops58h 05m

C$ 1,521

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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 31 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$ 1,689
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From C$ 1,331

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.

  • 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 (30 hours 50 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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