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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To Cairns?
Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Sun, 14 Sep. - Tue, 16 Sep.
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
AU$192 Return, found 9 hours ago
AU$192
Return
found 9 hours ago
Thu, 9 Oct. - Sat, 11 Oct.
OOL
Gold Coast
CNS
Cairns
AU$196 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$196
Return
found 3 days ago
Fri, 30 Jan. - Fri, 6 Feb.
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
AU$221 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$221
Return
found 5 days ago
Sun, 7 Sep. - Tue, 23 Sep.
SYD
Sydney
CNS
Cairns
AU$230 Return, just found
AU$230
Return
just found
Sun, 12 Oct. - Tue, 14 Oct.
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
AU$256 Return, found 9 hours ago
AU$256
Return
found 9 hours ago
Wed, 11 Feb. - Wed, 18 Feb.
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
AU$321 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$321
Return
found 5 days ago
Tue, 23 Sep. - Thu, 25 Sep.
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns
AU$362 Return, found 9 hours ago
AU$362
Return
found 9 hours ago
Sun, 2 Nov. - Sun, 9 Nov.
TSV
Townsville
CNS
Cairns
AU$441 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$441
Return
found 1 day ago
Mon, 15 Sep. - Wed, 17 Sep.
CBR
Canberra
CNS
Cairns
AU$468 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$468
Return
found 2 days ago
Tue, 17 Mar. - Tue, 24 Mar.
PER
Perth
CNS
Cairns
AU$492 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$492
Return
found 1 day ago
| Origin | Destination | Travel dates | Flights from* |
|---|---|---|---|
| BNE | Cairns | September 7 to September 9 | AU$192 |
| OOL | Cairns | October 9 to October 11 | AU$196 |
| SYD | Cairns | September 7 to September 23 | AU$230 |
| MEL | Cairns | September 8 to September 10 | AU$256 |
| ADL | Cairns | September 7 to September 9 | AU$362 |
| PER | Cairns | September 11 to September 13 | AU$692 |
| AKL | Cairns | October 28 to November 15 | AU$792 |
| Origin | Destination | Travel dates | Flights from* |
|---|---|---|---|
| BNE | Cairns | August 30 to September 8 | AU$264 |
| SYD | Cairns | August 30 to September 2 | AU$352 |
| OOL | Cairns | August 30 to September 2 | AU$393 |
| MEL | Cairns | August 31 to September 5 | AU$408 |
| ADL | Cairns | August 30 to September 6 | AU$427 |
| PER | Cairns | August 30 to September 6 | AU$703 |
| AKL | Cairns | August 30 to September 10 | AU$820 |
Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight
Score Epic Cairns Accommodation Deals
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
49-61 Little Pease Street, Manoora, QLD
The price is AU$65 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$65
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"😎"
Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025
Aspect Central
209 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is AU$112 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
AU$112
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre ...
7.6/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"I would stay there again, the accommodation was beautiful and great for a couple to stay for the weekend or a few days ☺️ but would highly recommend some thick quilts as well the thin blanket because my hubby and I were so cold after having the aircon on and didn’t want to turn it off because it ..."
Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025
Hides Hotel Cairns
87 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$176 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$176
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"Location, location, location. Late check in handled great. Room only serviced every 4 days is bit poor. But is still "bang for buck"."
Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025
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Comfort Inn Cairns City
183-185 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$153 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$153
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (523 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and kind. Property was clean but rooms are somewhat dated. The water temperature in the showers was hard to set."
Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hotels With Airport Transportation
Reef Palms Motel
41-47 Digger Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is AU$167 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$167
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (838 reviews)
"Ideal for us. Comfortable and clean"
Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$196 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$196
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a nightclub. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre are ...
7.8/10 Good! (417 reviews)
"My first time staying in a “hostel”, and"
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025
Njoy Backpackers Hostel
141 SHERIDAN STREET,141, Cairns, Queensland
Stay at this hostel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping ...
"The hostel is really nice. They have a free bus to the esplanade and free breakfast."
Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2018
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Cairns City Palms
199 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is AU$203 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$203
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a business center, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (473 reviews)
"Nice clean room handy to shops and restaurants in a very good position"
Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Score Epic Cairns Accommodation Deals
Cascade Gardens
175 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$285 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$285
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (580 reviews)
Week stay in Cairns
"Apartment itself was great, good location with a pool. Air conditioning worked and kept entire room cool. Bathroom standard, did the job, only complaint was the bed was a bit uncomfortable as it was 2 twin beds pushed together, so middle wasnt great on the back. In general though, room was fine, ..."
Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
62 Abbott Street, 62, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$254 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
AU$254
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy room service, in-room massages, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (819 reviews)
Little gem of a stay.
"What a little gem the apartment was! Close to the dock and the promenade, in the heart of where it was happening but a quiet oasis with it's own heated swimming pool. The apartment had everything we needed from the well stocked kitchen to the laundry area. 2 TV'S, one in the lounge and one in the ..."
Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025
181 The Esplanade
181 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (344 reviews)
"Easy access, good communication, friendly staff unit was clean and had a great view. Would stay here again."
Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025
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Inn Cairns Boutique Apartments
71 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
Centrally located- no frills
"Hotel is as advertised, in need of renovation but we always had the pool to ourselves and apartment was very spacious. So if you are on a budget and after a no frills place to stay in central Cairns I highly recommend."
Reviewed on 11 Jan. 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Family Friendly Hotels in
Cairns Plaza Hotel
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$279 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
AU$279
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, walk everywhere."
Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
49-61 Little Pease Street, Manoora, QLD
The price is AU$65 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$65
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"😎"
Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
23-51 Anderson Road, Woree, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (738 reviews)
Families like: Outdoor pools, free water park access, kitchen, playground
Travellers say...
"I just recently stayed at the cairns coconut resort. It was located about 20 minutes from the airport and Fleet Dr. where most boats leave to do exertions for the Great Barrier Reef. The grounds are well kept and the bungalow I stayed in was spacious (luxury villa). However, because the resort is ..."
Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025
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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is AU$227 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$227
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"All good, no issues"
Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Economy
AU$372
total
found 1 day ago
FAQs about airfare deals to Cairns
How many airlines fly to Cairns?
With Wotif you have the choice of 20 Airlines to choose from for your Cairns trip.
What are the most popular airlines that fly to Cairns?
The most popular airlines flying to Cairns include Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, Regional Express.
What is the lowest price on Wotif for a flight to Cairns?
Flights to Cairns start as low as AU$192, with this particular journey taking you from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS).
How do I save money on flights when booking with Wotif?
Everyone loves a bargain, so maximise your saving potential by mixing and matching airlines according to their fare types. Wotif data indicates that travellers who booked flights using Wotif in 2019 saved almost 55% on average when their return flights were made up of two different airlines or fare types.
When can I get cheap flights to Cairns?
Wotif data shows us that August is the cheapest month to fly if you're looking for one-way tickets, and September is your best bet for the round-trip Journey.
Which airport in Cairns is the cheapest to fly to?
If you're looking to save money on your flight to Cairns, then the airport you choose is important. On this occasion, Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS) is the cheapest journey at AU$192.
What happens if my flight to Cairns is cancelled because of covid-19?
If your flight is cancelled due to circumstances surrounding COVID-19 then visit our Customer Service Portal to find more information. Furthermore, you can log into your Itinerary to view the airline's cancellation policy, including what they will and won't let you do with regards to your flight.
Is it possible to cancel my flight to Cairns due to covid-19?
Cancellation is dependent on the airline and will differ across companies, but many airlines will continue to travel to impacted areas. Please keep an eye on the dates as they may change frequently across Cairns, which is why it is vitally important for travellers to confirm with their airline that their upcoming flight is due to go ahead. If you’re still unsure, please visit our Customer Service Portal to find more information regarding cancellation due to COVID-19.
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