Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Canada to Cairns from C$ 985

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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYZ — CNS
13 Dec — 20 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 November 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,825

One-way from

C$ 985
12/4-27/4
  • 12/4-27/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 90h 55m total
  • Canada to Cairns
Search Deals
11/5
  • 11/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 50m total
  • Canada to Cairns
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Canada to Cairns

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

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 November 2025.

Tue 11/1110:55 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1111:55 a.m.CNS - YVR
1 stop37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11C$ 1,922
Fri 12/129:45 a.m.YVR - CNS
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/112:35 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11C$ 2,000
Fri 12/129:45 a.m.YVR - CNS
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/111:25 a.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11C$ 2,013
Thu 11/128:00 a.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/111:55 a.m.CNS - YVR
1 stop37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11C$ 2,066
Sat 13/126:15 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops40h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/111:55 a.m.CNS - YVR
1 stop37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11C$ 2,076
Sun 14/124:25 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops43h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/111:55 a.m.CNS - YVR
1 stop37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11C$ 2,110
Sat 22/1111:55 p.m.YVR - CNS
1 stop29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1211:55 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11C$ 2,113
Sun 14/129:30 a.m.YVR - CNS
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/111:25 a.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11C$ 2,181
Sun 21/126:45 p.m.YYZ - CNS
2 stops37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/111:25 a.m.CNS - YYZ
1 stop39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11C$ 3,460
Sat 27/124:05 p.m.YEG - CNS
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/112:35 p.m.CNS - YEG
2 stops25h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11C$ 4,060
Sun 21/121:55 p.m.YYZ - CNS
1 stop29h 00mCathay Pacific
Sat 17/111:25 a.m.CNS - YYZ
1 stop24h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/11C$ 4,112
Sun 28/129:55 a.m.YEG - CNS
2 stops35h 05mAir Canada
Sun 4/15:35 p.m.CNS - YEG
2 stops58h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 13/11C$ 4,584

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Canada to Cairns that are best for you.

Fly from

Canada

Fly to

Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 13/4

8:10 p.m.-5:15 p.m.

2 stops31h 05m

Cairns

Mon 27/4

7:05 p.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops40h 15m

C$ 2,132

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sat 22/11

6:35 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

2 stops34h 30m

Cairns

Mon 1/12

5:35 p.m.-12:30 p.m.

2 stops36h 55m

C$ 2,223

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 17/1

12:35 a.m.-9:55 a.m.

1 stop42h 20m

Cairns

Thu 5/2

11:25 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

1 stop24h 35m

C$ 2,366

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 17/1

12:35 a.m.-9:55 a.m.

1 stop42h 20m

Cairns

Thu 12/2

11:25 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

1 stop24h 35m

C$ 2,398

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Mon 9/2

8:20 p.m.-4:50 p.m.

2 stops26h 30m

Cairns

Fri 13/2

6:05 p.m.-3:35 p.m.

1 stop39h 30m

C$ 2,459

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sun 14/12

9:30 a.m.-4:35 a.m.

1 stop25h 05m

Cairns

Sun 11/1

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

2 stops54h 00m

C$ 2,501

MontrealCairns

YUL - CNS

YULCNS

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 11/2

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

2 stops35h 15m

Cairns

Sun 15/2

5:20 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

2 stops59h 45m

C$ 2,503

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 21/1

12:35 a.m.-9:55 a.m.

1 stop42h 20m

Cairns

Tue 10/2

11:25 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

1 stop39h 50m

C$ 2,538

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 22/1

1:55 p.m.-9:55 a.m.

1 stop29h 00m

Cairns

Thu 12/2

11:25 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

1 stop24h 35m

C$ 2,538

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sun 14/12

9:30 a.m.-4:35 a.m.

1 stop25h 05m

Cairns

Mon 12/1

6:00 a.m.-8:25 p.m.

2 stops32h 25m

C$ 2,566

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 11/11

Showing 1-10 of 38 results
1
2
3
4

Best time to book a flight from Canada to Cairns

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairns from Canada with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from Canada to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Canada to Cairns is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

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 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Canada to Cairns, such as Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

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
8.1
Very good
209 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

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
526 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

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

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 30m. Fly via Air New Zealand, Cathay Pacific, 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Canada to Cairns

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Vancouver Intl to Brisbane flights
Pearson Intl to Brisbane flights
Edmonton to Brisbane flights
Calgary to Brisbane flights
Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl to Brisbane flights
Winnipeg to Brisbane flights
Vancouver Intl to Cairns flights
Ottawa to Brisbane flights
Pearson Intl to Cairns flights
Victoria to Brisbane flights
Vancouver Intl to Coolangatta flights
Vancouver Intl to Townsville flights
Halifax to Brisbane flights
Pearson Intl to Coolangatta flights
Saskatoon to Brisbane flights
Vancouver Intl to Hamilton Island flights
Moncton to Brisbane flights
Kelowna to Brisbane flights
Vancouver Intl to Maroochydore flights
Edmonton to Cairns flights
London to Brisbane flights
Thunder Bay to Brisbane flights
Pearson Intl to Mackay flights
Pearson Intl to Maroochydore flights
Edmonton to Townsville flights
Pearson Intl to Townsville flights
Pearson Intl to Gladstone flights
Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl to Cairns flights
Los Angeles to Brisbane flights
Ottawa to Coolangatta flights
Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl to Emerald flights

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 13 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapestC$ 879AverageC$ 886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Search Fiji Airways flights
Air New ZealandCheapestC$ 1,794AverageC$ 2,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Search Air New Zealand flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travelers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Canada to Cairns?

Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from Canada to Cairns. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Canada to Cairns?

Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals from Canada to Cairns for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Canada to Cairns with no change fees?

Cheapflights does show flights with no change fees to all users. To see these options for flights from Canada to Cairns, users can toggle the no change fees filter when performing a flight search.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Canada to Cairns become cheaper?

Yes, and it’s super simple to set up. Click the bell icon next to the flight deals above and provide a valid email address to enable Price Alerts. That’s it!

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.