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Cheap flights from Canada to Cairns from C$ 868

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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYZ — CNS
30 Jan — 6 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Canada to Cairns

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Best flights from Canada to Cairns
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Canada to Cairns that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 31 December 2025.

Sat 2/510:20 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/59:40 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12C$ 1,860
Sat 25/49:55 a.m.YEG - CNS
2 stops38h 00mAir Canada
Wed 29/46:00 a.m.CNS - YEG
2 stops25h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 28/12C$ 2,122
Sat 16/510:20 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops31h 50mQantas Airways
Tue 19/55:40 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops40h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/12C$ 2,186
Sun 15/28:50 p.m.YUL - CNS
2 stops35h 15mQatar Airways
Thu 19/211:45 a.m.CNS - YUL
2 stops41h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/12C$ 2,203
Tue 17/31:30 p.m.YEG - CNS
3 stops35h 20mAir New Zealand
Fri 3/46:00 a.m.CNS - YEG
3 stops30h 44mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/12C$ 3,142
Sat 2/53:30 p.m.YVR - CNS
3 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 17/56:45 a.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12C$ 2,027
Sat 16/510:50 p.m.YVR - CNS
1 stop24h 05mAir Canada
Tue 19/54:35 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops30h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 28/12C$ 2,145
Mon 16/210:00 a.m.YYZ - CNS
3 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/32:25 p.m.CNS - YYZ
3 stops30h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12C$ 2,123
Fri 8/511:20 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops47h 35mAir Canada
Fri 22/54:35 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops54h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 28/12C$ 2,162
Fri 8/511:20 p.m.YVR - CNS
1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 22/54:35 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops54h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12C$ 2,127
Mon 13/46:40 p.m.YYZ - CNS
2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/47:10 p.m.CNS - YYZ
2 stops35h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12C$ 2,137
Sun 3/58:00 a.m.YYZ - CNS
2 stops41h 55mAir Canada
Thu 7/56:00 a.m.CNS - YYZ
2 stops23h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 28/12C$ 2,468
Mon 26/110:00 a.m.YYZ - CNS
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/212:35 p.m.CNS - YYZ
3 stops47h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12C$ 2,330
Tue 17/34:50 p.m.YEG - CNS
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/46:00 a.m.CNS - YEG
2 stops20h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12C$ 2,487
Thu 23/47:00 a.m.YEG - CNS
2 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 16/511:55 a.m.CNS - YEG
2 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12C$ 4,219
Sun 15/211:10 a.m.YUL - CNS
3 stops36h 45mAir Canada
Thu 19/26:00 a.m.CNS - YUL
2 stops30h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 27/12C$ 7,123
Wed 22/46:00 p.m.YEG - CNS
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 14/56:00 a.m.CNS - YEG
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12C$ 5,176
Thu 23/46:00 p.m.YEG - CNS
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 14/56:00 a.m.CNS - YEG
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12C$ 5,239

Find flight deals from Canada to Cairns

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Round-trip from

C$ 1,860

One-way from

C$ 868
2/5-4/5
  • 2/5-4/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 59h 40m total
  • Canada to Cairns
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2/5
  • 2/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 55m total
  • Canada to Cairns
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Canada to Cairns that are best for you.

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Canada

Fly to

Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sat 2/5

10:20 p.m.-5:10 p.m.

2 stops25h 50m

Cairns

Mon 4/5

9:40 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

2 stops33h 50m

C$ 1,860

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sat 2/5

3:30 p.m.-12:55 p.m.

3 stops28h 25m

Cairns

Sun 17/5

6:45 a.m.-8:15 p.m.

2 stops30h 30m

C$ 2,027

EdmontonCairns

YEG - CNS

YEGCNS

Edmonton

Sat 25/4

9:55 a.m.-3:55 p.m.

2 stops38h 00m

Cairns

Wed 29/4

6:00 a.m.-3:54 p.m.

2 stops25h 54m

C$ 2,122

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 16/2

10:00 a.m.-11:20 a.m.

3 stops34h 20m

Cairns

Fri 6/3

2:25 p.m.-6:13 a.m.

3 stops30h 48m

C$ 2,123

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Fri 8/5

11:20 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

1 stop28h 40m

Cairns

Fri 22/5

4:35 p.m.-6:30 a.m.

2 stops54h 55m

C$ 2,127

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 13/4

6:40 p.m.-5:10 p.m.

2 stops32h 30m

Cairns

Mon 27/4

7:10 p.m.-5:02 p.m.

2 stops35h 52m

C$ 2,137

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sat 16/5

10:50 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop24h 05m

Cairns

Tue 19/5

4:35 p.m.-6:30 a.m.

2 stops30h 55m

C$ 2,145

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Fri 8/5

11:20 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

2 stops47h 35m

Cairns

Fri 22/5

4:35 p.m.-6:30 a.m.

2 stops54h 55m

C$ 2,162

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sat 16/5

10:20 p.m.-11:10 p.m.

2 stops31h 50m

Cairns

Tue 19/5

5:40 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

2 stops40h 50m

C$ 2,186

MontrealCairns

YUL - CNS

YULCNS

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 15/2

8:50 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

2 stops35h 15m

Cairns

Thu 19/2

11:45 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

2 stops41h 20m

C$ 2,203

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Deals found on 29/12

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Canada to Cairns

How often are flights from Canada to Cairns delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Canada and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 147 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Canada to Cairns flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Canada to Cairns flights?

Over the past year, Air Canada has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated 31 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Canada to Cairns, such as Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andAir Canada. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
212 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
212 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
212 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
562 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
212 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,571 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
212 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 4.4 km from the city centre, Cairns (CNS) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cairns from Canada.

  • How long is the flight from Canada to Cairns?

    There are many flights that can get you from Canada to Cairns in 35h 15m. Fly via Air Canada or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 15163 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Canada to Cairns?

    While some choose either Toronto Pearson Intl - Cairns or Edmonton - Cairns, Vancouver Intl - Cairns is the most popular route from Canada to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Canada to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Canada to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Canada to Cairns?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Canada to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Canada to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Canada to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Canada to Cairns

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,303AverageC$ 1,540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,653AverageC$ 1,774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapestC$ 1,753AverageC$ 2,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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