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Cheap flights from Canada to Cairns from C$ 937

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYZ — CNS
7 May — 14 May1
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 7 April 2026.

Tue 23/610:20 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
1 stop20h 20m
Fiji Airways
Thu 16/712:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/4C$ 1,330
Tue 23/610:20 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
1 stop20h 20m
Fiji Airways
Sat 18/712:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 6/4C$ 1,369
Sat 27/68:20 a.m.
YVR
-
CNS
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/712:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
1 stop18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4C$ 1,533
Thu 25/68:20 a.m.
YVR
-
CNS
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/712:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
1 stop18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4C$ 1,550
Tue 23/610:20 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
2 stops32h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/712:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
1 stop18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4C$ 1,566
Tue 23/610:20 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
1 stop20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 18/712:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
3 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4C$ 1,577
Tue 23/610:20 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
1 stop20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 20/712:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
2 stops43h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4C$ 1,650
Tue 23/610:20 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
1 stop20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 17/712:00 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
2 stops43h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4C$ 1,717
Mon 22/68:20 a.m.
YVR
-
CNS
2 stops36h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/712:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
1 stop18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4C$ 1,923
Sun 21/68:20 a.m.
YVR
-
CNS
2 stops41h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/712:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
1 stop18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4C$ 1,955
Wed 24/68:20 a.m.
YVR
-
CNS
2 stops41h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/712:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
1 stop18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4C$ 1,970
Sun 17/54:25 p.m.
YEG
-
CNS
2 stops26h 45m
Air Canada
Thu 21/56:00 a.m.
CNS
-
YEG
2 stops22h 33m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/4C$ 2,247

Find flight deals from Canada to Cairns

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Round-trip from

C$ 1,330

One-way from

C$ 937
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 23/6-16/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 10m total
  • Canada to Cairns
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21/5
  • 21/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 00m 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 7 April 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Mon 18/5

10:50 p.m.-6:25 p.m.

1 stop26h 35m

Cairns

Mon 25/5

12:00 p.m.-6:44 a.m.

1 stop35h 44m

C$ 2,080

EdmontonCairns

YEG - CNS

YEGCNS

Edmonton

Sun 17/5

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

2 stops31h 15m

Cairns

Thu 21/5

6:00 a.m.-10:59 a.m.

2 stops20h 59m

C$ 2,247

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Thu 7/5

1:30 a.m.-5:30 a.m.

2 stops59h 00m

Cairns

Fri 22/5

12:00 p.m.-8:15 p.m.

2 stops25h 15m

C$ 2,272
Quickest round-trip

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Fri 8/5

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

1 stop24h 05m

Cairns

Fri 22/5

6:00 a.m.-6:29 a.m.

1 stop17h 29m

C$ 2,285

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 1/5

9:00 p.m.-5:30 a.m.

2 stops42h 30m

Cairns

Mon 1/6

1:40 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

2 stops41h 20m

C$ 2,386

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Mon 22/6

2:41 p.m.-8:20 p.m.

3 stops36h 39m

Cairns

Wed 15/7

6:00 a.m.-10:48 a.m.

2 stops21h 48m

C$ 2,432

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sun 21/6

2:41 p.m.-8:20 p.m.

3 stops36h 39m

Cairns

Tue 21/7

6:00 a.m.-10:48 a.m.

2 stops21h 48m

C$ 2,432

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Tue 23/6

2:41 p.m.-8:20 p.m.

3 stops36h 39m

Cairns

Sun 19/7

6:00 a.m.-4:19 p.m.

2 stops27h 19m

C$ 2,432

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sun 21/6

2:41 p.m.-8:20 p.m.

3 stops36h 39m

Cairns

Sun 19/7

6:00 a.m.-1:12 p.m.

2 stops24h 12m

C$ 2,432

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 19/5

9:00 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

2 stops52h 55m

Cairns

Tue 2/6

10:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

2 stops44h 30m

C$ 2,480

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Deals found on 6/4

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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 177 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 6% 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 7 April 2026.
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
8.1
Very good
239 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

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
239 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
239 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

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 New Zealand
8.0
Very good
625 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
239 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

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
10,902 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
239 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

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 31h 15m. Fly via Air Canada, Qatar Airways, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 12200 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    While some choose either Abbotsford - Cairns or Toronto Pearson Intl - 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$ 1,325AverageC$ 1,566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,682AverageC$ 1,826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapestC$ 1,783AverageC$ 2,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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