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Cheap flights from Brisbane to Cairns from C$ 88

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 14/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNE — CNS
17 May — 24 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Brisbane to Cairns are usually found in May or January, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Brisbane to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Brisbane to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2026.

Mon 27/46:00 a.m.
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Thu 30/46:00 a.m.
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/4C$ 172
Thu 14/56:00 a.m.
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Thu 21/56:00 a.m.
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 15/4C$ 174
Thu 21/56:00 a.m.
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Tue 26/56:00 a.m.
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 15/4C$ 175
Fri 15/56:00 a.m.
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Mon 18/56:00 a.m.
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/4C$ 176
Wed 29/46:00 a.m.
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Wed 29/412:00 p.m.
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 13/4C$ 178
Tue 28/46:00 a.m.
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Sat 2/56:00 a.m.
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/4C$ 182
Sat 25/46:00 a.m.
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Tue 28/46:00 a.m.
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/4C$ 183
Thu 28/56:35 p.m.
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 25m
Jetstar
Sat 30/56:00 a.m.
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 16/4C$ 185
Fri 22/52:50 p.m.
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 20m
Jetstar
Mon 25/56:00 a.m.
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/4C$ 190
Sat 13/612:00 p.m.
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 17/66:00 a.m.
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/4C$ 192
Wed 13/56:00 a.m.
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Wed 20/512:00 p.m.
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 15/4C$ 193
Sun 31/56:00 a.m.
BNE
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 30m
Jetstar
Sun 7/66:00 a.m.
CNS
-
BNE
Nonstop2h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 16/4C$ 194

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 172

One-way from

C$ 88

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 245

Good round-trip deal

C$ 240 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 116 or less
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  • 27/4-30/4
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • Brisbane to Cairns
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  • 25/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 30m total
  • Brisbane to Cairns
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Tue 12/5

6:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Tue 19/5

6:00 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 172

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Sun 17/5

6:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Fri 22/5

6:00 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 174

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Fri 29/5

6:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Sun 31/5

6:00 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 175

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Mon 15/6

6:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Fri 19/6

6:00 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 175

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Wed 29/4

6:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Wed 29/4

12:00 p.m.-2:10 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 178

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Mon 1/6

6:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Fri 5/6

3:35 p.m.-5:45 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 182

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Sat 6/6

8:45 a.m.-11:15 a.m.

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Sat 13/6

6:00 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 182

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Sun 31/5

6:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Sun 7/6

6:00 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 194

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Thu 16/7

6:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Mon 20/7

6:00 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 196

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Mon 18/5

6:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Tue 2/6

6:00 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 196

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Best time to book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Brisbane to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Brisbane to Cairns may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 37 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns (average of C$ 183). Flying from Brisbane to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 302). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Brisbane 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 17 April 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Brisbane to Cairns is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 67% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Brisbane to Cairns?

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 17 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia from Brisbane to Cairns by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Brisbane to Cairns?

    Cairns is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Cairns from Brisbane. Booking flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS) should be relatively easy as there are 37 daily flights to Cairns from 1 airline. 2h 20m is how long a flight from Brisbane to Cairns will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Brisbane to Cairns flight route?

    This flight path from Brisbane to Cairns was viewed by 9 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Brisbane to Cairns?

    Departing from Brisbane to Cairns will take you 2h 30m. There are 1392 km between Brisbane and Cairns. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Brisbane to Cairns round-trip?

    According to our current data, Virgin Australia (C$ 183), offers the cheapest pricing from Brisbane to Cairns. This flight start at 19% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Brisbane to Cairns?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Brisbane to Cairns on time: China Southern (100%), United Airlines (96%), Fiji Airways (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Brisbane to Cairns?

    The cheapest flight price from Brisbane to Cairns is C$ 116. On average you can expect to pay C$ 181. The most popular route, (Brisbane - Cairns), can usually be booked for C$ 176.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Brisbane to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Brisbane to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Brisbane to Cairns?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Brisbane to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Brisbane to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Brisbane 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns (average of C$ 183). Flying from Brisbane to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 302). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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