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Cheap flights from Canada to Cairns from C$ 1,002

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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYZ — CNS
1 Aug — 8 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Canada to Cairns

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Cheapest flights from Canada to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Canada to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 July 2026.

Sat 31/1010:25 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
2 stops23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/126:40 a.m.
CNS
-
YVR
2 stops25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7C$ 1,804
Sat 11/76:35 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops27h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sat 25/712:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops26h 25m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/7C$ 1,893
Sat 18/78:15 a.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops37h 25m
Fiji Airways
Sat 1/812:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops26h 25m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/7C$ 1,918
Fri 10/710:30 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops47h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/712:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7C$ 1,946
Sat 31/109:10 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
1 stop26h 05m
Qantas Airways
Sat 5/1212:05 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
1 stop22h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/7C$ 1,960
Mon 6/710:30 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops47h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 18/712:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7C$ 1,990
Sat 8/86:35 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
3 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/811:20 a.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
3 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6C$ 2,016
Sat 14/115:13 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops38h 27m
Qantas Airways
Sat 28/112:55 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops40h 23m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/6C$ 2,030
Sat 24/102:50 p.m.
YEG
-
CNS
2 stops28h 15m
Qantas Airways
Wed 28/102:55 p.m.
CNS
-
YEG
2 stops48h 56m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 30/6C$ 2,057
Sat 8/86:35 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops29h 05m
Qantas Airways
Sat 29/81:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops30h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 30/6C$ 2,081
Sat 15/86:28 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops29h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/811:20 a.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
3 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6C$ 2,088
Wed 12/811:35 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
1 stop39h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/810:15 a.m.
CNS
-
YVR
1 stop37h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/6C$ 2,117

Find flight deals from Canada to Cairns

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Round-trip from

C$ 1,804

One-way from

C$ 1,002
31/10-5/12
  • 31/10-5/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 50m total
  • Canada to Cairns
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12/8
  • 12/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 50m total
  • Canada to Cairns
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Canada to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 2 July 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sat 31/10

10:25 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

2 stops23h 35m

Cairns

Sat 5/12

6:40 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

2 stops25h 15m

C$ 1,804

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 18/7

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

2 stops37h 25m

Cairns

Sat 1/8

12:40 p.m.-1:05 a.m.

2 stops26h 25m

C$ 1,918

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sat 31/10

9:10 p.m.-4:15 p.m.

1 stop26h 05m

Cairns

Sat 5/12

12:05 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

1 stop22h 25m

C$ 1,960

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 8/8

6:35 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

3 stops30h 25m

Cairns

Sat 29/8

11:20 a.m.-6:10 a.m.

3 stops32h 50m

C$ 2,016

EdmontonCairns

YEG - CNS

YEGCNS

Edmonton

Sat 24/10

2:50 p.m.-11:05 a.m.

2 stops28h 15m

Cairns

Wed 28/10

2:55 p.m.-11:51 p.m.

2 stops48h 56m

C$ 2,057

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 15/8

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

2 stops29h 12m

Cairns

Sat 29/8

11:20 a.m.-6:10 a.m.

3 stops32h 50m

C$ 2,088

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Wed 12/8

1:45 p.m.-12:55 p.m.

2 stops30h 10m

Cairns

Wed 19/8

1:40 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

1 stop20h 50m

C$ 2,239

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 14/11

8:20 p.m.-5:15 p.m.

2 stops29h 55m

Cairns

Sat 28/11

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

3 stops48h 57m

C$ 2,334
Quickest round-trip

EdmontonCairns

YEG - CNS

YEGCNS

Edmonton

Sun 9/8

9:25 p.m.-11:10 a.m.

2 stops21h 45m

Cairns

Sun 16/8

6:00 a.m.-10:54 a.m.

2 stops20h 54m

C$ 2,350

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Wed 12/8

11:20 p.m.-5:30 a.m.

2 stops37h 10m

Cairns

Wed 19/8

7:00 p.m.-6:50 a.m.

2 stops28h 50m

C$ 2,566

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How often are flights from Canada to Cairns delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Canada and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 169 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night 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?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday 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, China Southern has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% 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 2 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Canada to Cairns, such as Fiji Airways and Air Canada. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
245 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
245 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
245 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,287 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
245 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Canada to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 26h 05m. Fly via Fiji Airways or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 11487 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    While some choose either Edmonton - Cairns or Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - Cairns, Toronto Pearson 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 2 airlines flying from Canada to Cairns

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Canada to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 2 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,353AverageC$ 1,587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,717AverageC$ 1,864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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