$64 Cheap flights from Brisbane to Cairns Intl. (BNE to CNS)

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Affordable Airfare Tickets from BNE to CNS Airport

The cheapest flights to Cairns Intl. found within the past 7 days were $130 round trip and $64 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Mon, May 26 - Sun, Jun 1
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
$130 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$130
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, May 26 from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sun, Jun 1, priced at $130 found 2 days ago
Mon, May 26 - Sun, Jun 1
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
$143 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$143
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, May 26 from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sun, Jun 1, priced at $143 found 2 days ago
Mon, May 26 - Sun, Jun 1
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
$164 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, May 26 from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sun, Jun 1, priced at $164 found 2 days ago
Wed, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 12
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
$167 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $167 found 18 hours ago
Wed, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 11
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
$174 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$174
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $174 found 3 days ago
Mon, May 26 - Sun, Jun 1
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
$177 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, May 26 from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sun, Jun 1, priced at $177 found 2 days ago
Wed, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 12
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
$180 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $180 found 18 hours ago
Sun, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 1
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
$185 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $185 found 3 days ago
Wed, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 11
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
$186 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $186 found 3 days ago
Thu, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 12
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
$189 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $189 found 1 day ago

Frequently asked questions

Are there direct flights from BNE to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
If you’d love to venture from BNE to CNS as fast as you can, you’ll be happy to know multiple airlines offer direct flights. Select your preferred seat with Virgin Australia or The Flying Kangaroo.
How long is the flight from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Cairns Airport?
You’ll only have enough time to read a chapter or two in your favorite novel as the journey from Brisbane Airport to CNS is just a mere 2 hours and 24 minutes. You might find yourself left on a cliffhanger!
What is the flight distance from Brisbane Airport to CNS?
With only 870 mi separating BNE and Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), time will pass quickly between the seat belt sign flicking off and the captain telling you to prepare for landing.
What airlines fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to CNS?
You have a choice of several airlines that have direct flights between Brisbane and Cairns. Virgin Australia (VA) is one of the most popular. This carrier offers about 147 flights each month. You’ll want to also look into the deals on offer from The Flying Kangaroo (QF). This carrier operates 139 flights every month on the Brisbane to Cairns route. Be sure to compare the two airlines to find your perfect fare.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Flight information from Brisbane to Cairns

 

Traveling From
Brisbane
Traveling To
Cairns Intl.
Shortest Flight Time
2 hours 20 mins
Earliest Departure Time
6:00AM AEST
Latest Departure Time
9:05PM AEST
Lowest Flight Price
$130

Route Info

Flight path for flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport


Origin:
BNE - Brisbane Airport
Destination:
CNS - Cairns Airport
Distance:
870.00 miles


Airlines & Aircraft Used on BNE to CNS Flight Routes


Airline Carrier
Aircraft
Jetstar
De Havilland Canada DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q
Jetstar
Fokker 50
Qantas
Boeing 737-800 pax
Virgin Australia
Boeing 737-700 (winglets) pax
Virgin Australia
Boeing 737-800 pax

Discover our best flights from Brisbane BNE to Cairns CNS. 

With 20 airlines to choose from on Travelocity, you can easily find the best option for you. Use our filters to sort by price, compare airlines, and find the most convenient flight times. 

 

Find our best return flights from Brisbane BNE to Cairns CNS at the right price  

Airfares to Cairns CNS from Brisbane BNE currently cost between $130 and $189. It’s usually cheaper to book a round trip than two separate one-way flights. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Book one-way flights from Brisbane BNE to Cairns CNS 

If you want to be flexible about when you return, or keep your travel options open ended, a one-way flight could be just the ticket! You’ll find one-way airfares from Brisbane BNE to Cairns CNS on Travelocity starting at $64. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Get to Cairns CNS from Brisbane BNE quicker with direct flights. 

Get to Cairns faster, without the hassle of changing planes and moving baggage, by booking a direct flight. Expect your direct flight to CNS from BNE to take around 2 hour(s) 20 min(s).  

 

Find our cheapest airfares for flights from Brisbane BNE to Cairns CNS

Find cheap flight deals by using our search filters to sort results starting with the lowest price airfares to CNS from BNE. Our Price Match Promise means if you find a lower rate on Travelocity.com or on another US-based website within 24 hours of booking, we’ll credit or refund the difference.  

 

Get our best airfare deals for your flight from Brisbane BNE to Cairns CNS today 

If you’re flexible about when you travel, May is usually the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane BNE to Cairns CNS. If you need to be more specific, search by date and arrival and departure times.Then, compare prices across different airlines, and sort results by lowest price first. 

 

Book flexible airline tickets for flights to Cairns CNS from Brisbane BNE 

Some airlines let you change your travel dates without charging a fee. Use our ‘no change fee’ filter to see which flights to CNS from BNE have this option.  

 

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.