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How to find cheap flights to Cairns?

The cheapest prices found with in the last 7 days for return flights were CA $1,751 and CA $1,080 for one-way flights to Cairns for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply

Your guide to flights to Cairns, QLD

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways fly to Cairns, so use Travelocity to search, find, and compare some truly tempting deals from the 2 airlines—that way you can be sure you’ve found the best deal for you. A flight to Cairns QLD currently costs between CA $1,751 and CA $1,751. Prices vary, but for the best fares, travel in May when prices are at their lowest.  

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Cairns  

The cheapest flight for a round trip to Cairns is currently CA $1,751. When you search for flights to Cairns, enter your preferred travel dates then click on ‘flexible dates’ to compare cheap flight tickets to Cairns for nearby days.  The cheapest month to travel to Cairns is May from our list of deals available.  

But if you’re flexible about when you travel, you can find great deals on flights across the year. If you’re planning a vacation, you can save more on Travelocity when you bundle flights with car rental and hotel bookings, too. Many airlines currently offer flexible booking options, so look for flights offering no change fees.   

How to cancel flights to Cairns 

We know plans change, that’s why at Travelocity, we make it as easy as possible for you to cancel or amend your plane tickets. Go to My Trips, enter your itinerary number, then follow the instructions. Many airlines let you cancel flights online free of charge if you booked it in the last 24 hours. Visit Customer Service for more advice.  

Why you should book your flight to Cairns with Travelocity 

We have top deals on plane tickets even for last minute flights to Cairns, so you can simply type in your travel dates and compare our best prices. Booking with Travelocity means you get flexible cancellation options, 24/7 support, and, thanks to our Price Match Promise, if the airfare drops after you book, you can get a refund! Whether you’re planning a business trip, weekend getaway, or a family vacation—let Travelocity get you to Cairns for less. 

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Amazing Place to Stay After Flight to Cairns

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

3 out of 5
49-61 Little Pease Street, Manoora, QLD
The price is CA $53 per night from Apr. 15 to Apr. 16
CA $53
per night
Apr. 15 - Apr. 16
Stay at this 3-star holiday park in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, a children's pool, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"For the price, I cannot complain. Unfortunately the place is old and could do with a makeover. The staff are great and it is in a convenient space with shops just down the road."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2024

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
Aspect Central

Aspect Central

3 out of 5
209 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is CA $83 per night from Apr. 10 to Apr. 11
CA $83
per night
Apr. 10 - Apr. 11
Stay at this 3-star motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Esplanade Charles Street ...
7.6/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"Taxi access difficult"

Reviewed on 29 Feb. 2024

Aspect Central
Hides Hotel Cairns

Hides Hotel Cairns

3.5 out of 5
87 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is CA $78 per night from Apr. 9 to Apr. 10
CA $78
per night
Apr. 9 - Apr. 10
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (999 reviews)
Going diving
"I stayed at this hotel because of low cost and location; proximity to the marina. Although it’s an old hotel I was not disappointed and would stay again."

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2024

Hides Hotel Cairns
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Comfort Inn Cairns City

Comfort Inn Cairns City

4 out of 5
183-185 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
The price is CA $109 per night from Apr. 7 to Apr. 8
CA $109
per night
Apr. 7 - Apr. 8
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! (414 reviews)
"It was a good room for what we paid. There was nothing wrong with it."

Reviewed on 17 Mar. 2024

Comfort Inn Cairns City
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.

Our Top Cairns hotel with Airport Shuttles

Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel

3.5 out of 5
41-47 Digger Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is CA $139 per night from Apr. 3 to Apr. 4
CA $139
per night
Apr. 3 - Apr. 4
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free area shuttle. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Esplanade Charles ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (766 reviews)
Comfortable and clean
"Overnight stay as it was conveniently located near the airport for my flight the next morning. The room was large and everything was clean. The bed was comfortable. The air conditioning and ceiling fans worked a treat. I arranged an after hours check in in advance, and both this and the check out ..."

Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2024

Reef Palms Motel
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

2 out of 5
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is CA $140 per night from Apr. 3 to Apr. 4
CA $140
per night
Apr. 3 - Apr. 4
Stay at this hostel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Cairns ...
7.8/10 Good! (372 reviews)
"The waterfall pool is brilliant The bar and the girls are awesome"

Reviewed on 12 Sep. 2023

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Lazy Duck Hostel

Lazy Duck Hostel

2 out of 5
136 Grafton St, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this hostel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and airport pick-up service. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping ...
6.2/10 (24 reviews)
"Wash rooms are terrible in lazy duck. Needs renovation"

Reviewed on 31 Jan. 2019

Lazy Duck Hostel
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Njoy Backpackers Hostel

Njoy Backpackers Hostel

1 out of 5
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 Performing Arts ...
7.4/10 Good! (85 reviews)
"The hostel is really nice. They have a free bus to the esplanade and free breakfast."

Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2018

Njoy Backpackers Hostel
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.

Luxury Hotels in Cairns

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

5 out of 5
1 Veivers Road, Palm Cove, QLD
The price is CA $480 per night from Apr. 8 to Apr. 9
CA $480
per night
Apr. 8 - Apr. 9
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (488 reviews)
"We loved the property but the hot tub beside the pool was being worked on so there was some noise during the day."

Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2024

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is CA $176 per night from Apr. 22 to Apr. 23
CA $176
per night
Apr. 22 - Apr. 23
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"I did like the balcony. I just didn’t have a water view."

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2024

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

5 out of 5
35-41 Wharf Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is CA $204 per night from Apr. 21 to Apr. 22
CA $204
per night
Apr. 21 - Apr. 22
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Ocean view rooms are excellent! Lots to see in the channel in front."

Reviewed on 13 Mar. 2024

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
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Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International

5 out of 5
17 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is CA $177 per night from Apr. 24 to Apr. 25
CA $177
per night
Apr. 24 - Apr. 25
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Good location and buffet breakfast is good."

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2024

Pullman Cairns International
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

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is CA $176 per night from Mar. 30 to Mar. 31
CA $176
per night
Mar. 30 - Mar. 31
Stay at this 3.5-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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Loved the new entry"

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2024

Cairns Plaza Hotel
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

3 out of 5
49-61 Little Pease Street, Manoora, QLD
The price is CA $53 per night from Apr. 15 to Apr. 16
CA $53
per night
Apr. 15 - Apr. 16
Stay at this 3-star holiday park in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, a children's pool, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"For the price, I cannot complain. Unfortunately the place is old and could do with a makeover. The staff are great and it is in a convenient space with shops just down the road."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2024

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
Blue Lagoon Resort

Blue Lagoon Resort

4.5 out of 5
22 - 26 Trinity Beach Road, Trinity Beach, QLD
The price is CA $207 per night from Apr. 4 to Apr. 5
CA $207
per night
Apr. 4 - Apr. 5
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
"Good base for a week in a great area"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2024

Blue Lagoon Resort
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Marlin Cove Resort

Marlin Cove Resort

3.5 out of 5
2 Keem St, Trinity Beach, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (448 reviews)
"Comfortable apartment, with rear patio and access to the pool. Kangaroos in the morning, but not every morning."

Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2024

Marlin Cove Resort
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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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Cairns?
Reserve your seat with one of the 11 airlines that travel to Cairns and enjoy an incredible new adventure. Carriers that come with excellent reviews include:

  • Qantas
  • Jetstar
  • Virgin Australia

What airport is best to fly into Cairns?
Cairns has just one airport, which makes booking your flight to the city simple. CNS is around 5 kilometers from all the action downtown.
Places to visit in Cairns
Got a day or two to spare? Esplanade Lagoon, and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens are some interesting attractions in this area. You’d be crazy to leave before ticking these off your to-do list.0 Seeking some more ideas? 0 And that’s not all. 0
How to get through airport security fast when traveling to Cairns
Make your journey to Cairns a little easier by following these useful security tips:

  • Keep your boarding pass and travel ID in an easily accessible place. They’ll be the first things you’ll be asked to produce by security staff.
  • Belts, coins and mobile phones should be put in a bin for X-raying. If you enter the body scanner with these items, you’ll be instructed to turn back and remove them.
  • Laptops, digital cameras and other electronic devices must be placed in a tub to be X-rayed.
  • Flying with a favorite cologne or perfume? As long as it contains no more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and it’s stored in a clear resealable plastic bag, you can keep it in your carry-on luggage.
  • Undo your shoelaces before entering the body scanner. Depending on what sort of shoes you’re wearing, security may instruct you to remove them.
  • Scissors and multi-tools are prohibited inside the plane. Pack them in your checked luggage to avoid them being confiscated at the airport security checkpoint.

How to find cheap flights

What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?

Airfares offered on Friday tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity.ca in 2021. Purchasing your airfares on a Thursday or Saturday can also provide better value, however our advice if you’re looking to save money is to avoid booking on a Wednesday or Sunday. Our data shows that those two days have the highest ticket values on average, so keep this in mind if you’re browsing flight deals.

 

What are the cheapest days to fly?

Frequent travellers may already know this, earlier in the week is often the cheapest time to fly. Flights departing on a Monday are the cheapest of the week. Since flights towards the middle of the week tend to be more popular, this causes the prices to rise. This is why, on average, airfares booked on Travelocity.ca in 2021 were most expensive for Wednesday departures.

 

How far in advance can you book a flight?

Here’s the deal: It is typically possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity.ca 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 2-4 weeks prior to their travel dates.

*According to flight demand on Travelocity.ca from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.

Plane Tickets To Cairns

Although you may try and resist the urge, you know that when the travel bug comes, there is only one way to get rid of it. Thankfully, Travelocity is here to help nip that travel bug in the bud with great deals on flights to Cairns. Browse through our inventory to explore a wide range of cheap flights to Cairns to solidify your next big trip out of town. Whether you are heading out on a business trip, exploring a place you have never been for pleasure or are bringing the family on the annual vacation, we have the perfect getaway waiting for you. In no time, you will be day dreaming of your plane landing in Cairns as you anxiously await to exit the plane and explore what Cairns has to offer. Considering all the amazing local food and culture in Cairns, we won't hold this against you.

When you are ready to embark on your next big adventure, Travelocity will be right here waiting to open the doors to the garden so that you can go and smell the roses. When you decide to book and travel is entirely up to you, but don't wait too long because we have some of the best deals on the web and they won't last long. Take time to go through our huge selection of cheap flights to Cairns to find the best deals that fit into your budget. If browsing on your phone while your boss isn't looking is more your thing (we promise we won't tell), consider checking out Travelocity's mobile app which allows you to take advantage of all our flights to Cairns without having to compromise your work computer's search history. If you are looking to save even more, you can easily save up to $537 when you bundle one of our cheap flights to Cairns with one of our hotels. So why are you waiting around? There is no better time than now to start booking that next trip. Start your search now to book one of our flights to Cairns today!

*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.