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Cheap flights from Canada to Cairns from C$ 830

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 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYZ — CNS
11 May — 18 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 11 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$ 1,321
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$ 1,359
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$ 1,523
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$ 1,539
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$ 1,556
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$ 1,567
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$ 1,639
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$ 1,705
Fri 25/91:40 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
2 stops30h 15m
Qantas Airways
Tue 27/109:25 a.m.
CNS
-
YVR
2 stops22h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 8/4C$ 1,907
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$ 1,910
Sun 18/1010:55 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
1 stop23h 00m
Air Canada
Thu 22/106:00 a.m.
CNS
-
YVR
1 stop17h 29m
Air Canada
Deal found 8/4C$ 1,922
Sun 17/57:00 a.m.
YEG
-
CNS
2 stops40h 55m
Air Canada
Thu 21/56:00 a.m.
CNS
-
YEG
2 stops25h 29m
Air Canada
Deal found 9/4C$ 1,935

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 11 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,321

One-way from

C$ 830
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 23/6-16/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 10m total
  • Canada to Cairns
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25/5
  • 25/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 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 11 April 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Fri 25/9

1:40 p.m.-12:55 p.m.

2 stops30h 15m

Cairns

Tue 27/10

9:25 a.m.-2:50 p.m.

2 stops22h 25m

C$ 1,907

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.-8:34 p.m.

2 stops30h 34m

C$ 1,935

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Fri 8/5

10:50 p.m.-1:40 p.m.

1 stop21h 50m

Cairns

Fri 22/5

4:35 p.m.-6:29 a.m.

2 stops54h 54m

C$ 1,940

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Fri 8/5

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

1 stop24h 05m

Cairns

Fri 22/5

4:35 p.m.-6:29 a.m.

2 stops54h 54m

C$ 1,964
Quickest round-trip

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Fri 25/9

11:35 p.m.-11:20 p.m.

1 stop30h 45m

Cairns

Tue 27/10

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

1 stop17h 25m

C$ 1,982

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Tue 26/5

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

1 stop18h 50m

Cairns

Tue 2/6

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

2 stops41h 50m

C$ 1,983

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Fri 8/5

11:52 a.m.-11:50 a.m.

2 stops30h 58m

Cairns

Fri 22/5

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

2 stops40h 50m

C$ 2,078

EdmontonCairns

YEG - CNS

YEGCNS

Edmonton

Sun 17/5

1:25 p.m.-11:50 a.m.

2 stops30h 25m

Cairns

Thu 21/5

12:35 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

2 stops48h 40m

C$ 2,087

MontrealCairns

YUL - CNS

YULCNS

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 23/5

3:48 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

2 stops35h 47m

Cairns

Sun 14/6

3:45 p.m.-11:44 a.m.

3 stops33h 59m

C$ 2,319

TorontoCairns

YYZ - CNS

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 31/5

10:30 p.m.-12:55 p.m.

2 stops48h 25m

Cairns

Tue 30/6

12:35 p.m.-10:56 p.m.

2 stops48h 21m

C$ 2,333

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Deals found on 9/4

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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 11 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

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

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
239 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
239 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

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

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

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
10,915 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
239 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Overall

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 30h 15m. Fly via Qantas Airways, Air Canada, or Qatar 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 Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - Cairns or Abbotsford - 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$ 1,316AverageC$ 1,555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,670AverageC$ 1,814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapestC$ 1,771AverageC$ 2,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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