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Cheap flights from Canada to Cairns from C$ 713

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 19/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYZ — CNS
15 Mar — 22 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 13 February 2026.

Thu 16/48:55 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
1 stop20h 50m
Air New Zealand
Tue 28/411:55 a.m.
CNS
-
YVR
1 stop19h 05m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/2C$ 1,864
Fri 8/58:55 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
2 stops27h 00m
Air New Zealand
Fri 22/512:35 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
2 stops42h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 10/2C$ 2,044
Sat 16/511:20 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
1 stop18h 50m
Air Canada
Tue 19/54:35 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
1 stop31h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 9/2C$ 2,070
Tue 14/48:55 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
2 stops29h 35m
Air New Zealand
Tue 28/411:55 a.m.
CNS
-
YVR
1 stop19h 05m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/2C$ 2,082
Mon 13/410:50 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
1 stop24h 05m
Air Canada
Tue 28/46:00 a.m.
CNS
-
YVR
1 stop17h 29m
Air Canada
Deal found 12/2C$ 2,084
Sat 18/48:55 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
2 stops27h 40m
Air New Zealand
Tue 28/411:55 a.m.
CNS
-
YVR
1 stop19h 05m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/2C$ 2,098
Sat 25/41:30 p.m.
YEG
-
CNS
2 stops34h 25m
Air Canada
Wed 29/46:00 a.m.
CNS
-
YEG
2 stops33h 14m
Air Canada
Deal found 9/2C$ 2,127
Mon 23/36:40 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops32h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/47:10 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops37h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2C$ 2,157
Sat 21/38:50 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/47:10 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops37h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/2C$ 2,187
Sun 22/36:40 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops47h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/47:10 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops37h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2C$ 2,222
Mon 13/46:45 p.m.
YYZ
-
CNS
2 stops32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/43:35 p.m.
CNS
-
YYZ
2 stops38h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2C$ 2,236
Sat 25/44:05 p.m.
YEG
-
CNS
2 stops33h 30m
Qantas Airways
Wed 29/41:40 p.m.
CNS
-
YEG
2 stops37h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/2C$ 2,242

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 13 February 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,864

One-way from

C$ 713
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 16/4-28/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 55m total
  • Canada to Cairns
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19/2
  • 19/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 35m 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 13 February 2026.
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Canada

Fly to

Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Thu 16/4

8:55 p.m.-10:45 a.m.

1 stop20h 50m

Cairns

Tue 28/4

11:55 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

1 stop19h 05m

C$ 1,864

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Fri 8/5

8:55 p.m.-4:55 p.m.

2 stops27h 00m

Cairns

Fri 22/5

12:35 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

2 stops42h 25m

C$ 2,044

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sat 16/5

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

1 stop18h 50m

Cairns

Tue 19/5

4:35 p.m.-6:50 a.m.

1 stop31h 15m

C$ 2,070

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Tue 14/4

8:55 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

2 stops29h 35m

Cairns

Tue 28/4

11:55 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

1 stop19h 05m

C$ 2,082

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Mon 13/4

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

1 stop24h 05m

Cairns

Tue 28/4

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

1 stop17h 29m

C$ 2,084

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sat 18/4

8:55 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

2 stops27h 40m

Cairns

Tue 28/4

11:55 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

1 stop19h 05m

C$ 2,098

EdmontonCairns

YEG - CNS

YEGCNS

Edmonton

Sat 25/4

1:30 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

2 stops34h 25m

Cairns

Wed 29/4

6:00 a.m.-11:14 p.m.

2 stops33h 14m

C$ 2,127

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Fri 8/5

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

1 stop28h 40m

Cairns

Fri 22/5

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

1 stop17h 29m

C$ 2,138

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 23/3

6:40 p.m.-5:15 p.m.

2 stops32h 35m

Cairns

Tue 28/4

7:10 p.m.-6:57 p.m.

2 stops37h 47m

C$ 2,157

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 21/3

8:50 p.m.-7:50 p.m.

2 stops33h 00m

Cairns

Tue 28/4

7:10 p.m.-6:57 p.m.

2 stops37h 47m

C$ 2,187

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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 13% of weekly flights between Canada and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 145 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?

Thursday 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 13 February 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
8.0
Very good
225 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
225 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
225 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
582 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
225 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,717 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
225 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍

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 18h 50m. Fly via Air New Zealand, Air Canada, 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 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$ 1,296AverageC$ 1,531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,644AverageC$ 1,786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapestC$ 1,744AverageC$ 2,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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