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Cheap flights from Canada to Cairns from C$ 1,000

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 21/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYZ — CNS
8 Jun — 15 Jun1
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 9 May 2026.

Thu 24/912:00 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops33h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 22/1012:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 1,931
Thu 1/106:20 p.m.
YUL
-
CNS
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/1012:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YUL
2 stops41h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 2,209
Wed 20/52:10 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
2 stops39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/65:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
2 stops36h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5C$ 2,229
Wed 11/118:50 p.m.
YUL
-
CNS
2 stops55h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sun 15/117:50 p.m.
CNS
-
YUL
2 stops57h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5C$ 2,381
Fri 8/59:15 a.m.
YVR
-
CNS
2 stops33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/56:00 a.m.
CNS
-
YVR
2 stops32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5C$ 2,501
Tue 1/128:50 p.m.
YUL
-
CNS
2 stops47h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 15/1211:45 a.m.
CNS
-
YUL
2 stops41h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5C$ 2,548
Tue 16/69:00 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops36h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 26/612:55 a.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops52h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/5C$ 2,597
Sun 21/61:25 p.m.
YEG
-
CNS
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 28/69:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YEG
2 stops39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5C$ 2,611
Wed 17/69:00 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops52h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 22/710:30 a.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops42h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5C$ 2,699
Tue 1/128:50 p.m.
YUL
-
CNS
2 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/126:00 a.m.
CNS
-
YUL
3 stops47h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 2,725
Sun 21/69:10 a.m.
YEG
-
CNS
3 stops33h 25m
Qantas Airways
Sun 28/69:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YEG
3 stops40h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 7/5C$ 2,781
Fri 19/67:50 a.m.
YVR
-
CNS
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 26/66:45 a.m.
CNS
-
YVR
2 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5C$ 2,802

Find flight deals from Canada to Cairns

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Canada to Cairns flight deals. Data was last updated 9 May 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,931

One-way from

C$ 1,000
24/9-22/10
  • 24/9-22/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 55m total
  • Canada to Cairns
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21/6
  • 21/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 30h 15m 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 9 May 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Wed 20/5

10:30 a.m.-4:30 a.m.

1 stop25h 00m

Cairns

Mon 1/6

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

2 stops49h 35m

C$ 2,319

EdmontonCairns

YEG - CNS

YEGCNS

Edmonton

Sun 21/6

1:25 p.m.-11:15 a.m.

2 stops29h 50m

Cairns

Sun 28/6

9:40 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

2 stops39h 35m

C$ 2,611

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 17/6

9:00 p.m.-3:25 p.m.

2 stops52h 25m

Cairns

Wed 22/7

10:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

2 stops42h 30m

C$ 2,699

EdmontonCairns

YEG - CNS

YEGCNS

Edmonton

Sun 21/6

9:10 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

3 stops33h 25m

Cairns

Sun 28/6

9:40 p.m.-9:40 p.m.

3 stops40h 00m

C$ 2,781

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Fri 19/6

7:50 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

2 stops33h 45m

Cairns

Fri 26/6

6:45 a.m.-6:40 p.m.

2 stops28h 55m

C$ 2,802

EdmontonCairns

YEG - CNS

YEGCNS

Edmonton

Sun 6/9

1:25 p.m.-10:35 a.m.

2 stops29h 10m

Cairns

Thu 10/9

6:00 a.m.-9:15 p.m.

2 stops55h 15m

C$ 2,811

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 2/8

12:00 p.m.-10:45 a.m.

2 stops32h 45m

Cairns

Sun 9/8

11:55 a.m.-6:22 a.m.

2 stops32h 27m

C$ 2,882

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 16/6

9:00 p.m.-9:45 a.m.

3 stops46h 45m

Cairns

Sat 27/6

4:10 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

2 stops36h 50m

C$ 3,023

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 2/8

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

2 stops29h 22m

Cairns

Sun 9/8

1:40 p.m.-10:59 a.m.

3 stops35h 19m

C$ 3,086

MontrealCairns

YUL - CNS

YULCNS

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 23/5

12:30 p.m.-10:35 a.m.

3 stops32h 05m

Cairns

Sun 14/6

3:45 p.m.-11:42 a.m.

3 stops33h 57m

C$ 3,088

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Deals found on 7/5

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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 14% of weekly flights between Canada and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 176 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 early afternoon 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, China Southern has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% 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 9 May 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
240 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

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
240 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
240 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

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
11,011 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
240 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.5

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 32h 45m. Fly via Qatar Airways, Qantas Airways, or Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 14820 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 Vancouver Intl - Cairns, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau 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 9 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,301AverageC$ 1,537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,651AverageC$ 1,793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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