Cheap Flight Deals to Cairns QLD from CA $118

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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 $235 and CA $118 for one-way flights to Cairns for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply

OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
BNECairnsJanuary 22 to January 24CA $235
SYDCairnsJanuary 15 to January 18CA $309
MELCairnsNovember 26 to November 30CA $330
OOLCairnsDecember 13 to December 15CA $356
PERCairnsDecember 5 to December 13CA $690
ADLCairnsDecember 4 to December 7CA $693
AKLCairnsNovember 27 to December 4CA $921
NRTCairnsDecember 3 to February 2CA $1,096
KIXCairnsNovember 29 to December 3CA $1,329
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
MELCairnsNovember 21 to March 18CA $346
SYDCairnsNovember 23 to November 28CA $561
*Prices include taxes and fees

Your guide to flights to Cairns, QLD

Virgin Australia, Fiji Airways fly to Cairns, so use Travelocity to search, find, and compare some truly tempting deals from the 4 airlines—that way you can be sure you’ve found the best deal for you. A flight to Cairns QLD currently costs between CA $235 and CA $1,702. Prices vary, but for the best fares, travel in March 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 $235. 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 February 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 

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Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Amazing Place to Stay After Flight to Cairns

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

2.5 out of 5
49-61 Little Pease Street Manoora QLD
The price is CA $64 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
CA $64
CA $64 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Room was clean, staff were helpful

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025

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Aspect Central

Aspect Central

3 out of 5
209 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is CA $84 per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14
CA $84
CA $93 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
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)
Parking was safe, room clean. Just the noise outside the property. People yelling and calling out all night.

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025

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Hides Hotel Cairns

Hides Hotel Cairns

3.5 out of 5
87 Lake Street Cairns QLD
The price is CA $99 per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
CA $99
CA $109 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
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! (998 reviews)
Everything was great

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

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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 $113 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 6
CA $113
CA $125 total
Dec 5 - Dec 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Cairns ...
7.8/10 Good! (530 reviews)
I enjoyed my stay here. Convenient location at a reasonable price. Aquarium was just a 5 minute walk. I stayed 3 night and didn’t use the car. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

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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 $126 per night from Nov 28 to Nov 29
CA $126
CA $138 total
Nov 28 - Nov 29
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! (846 reviews)
Ideal for us. Comfortable and clean

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

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Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

2 out of 5
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is CA $172 per night from Nov 17 to Nov 18
CA $172
CA $191 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
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! (427 reviews)
Receptionist were lovely and this is such a good vibe rooms are clean location is perfect

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

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Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

2 out of 5
83 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this hostel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and airport pick-up service (surcharge). Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Reef ...
Filthy. Bed had sand on it. Floors had weird stains. Air con locked out during peak heat times. Noisy. No lock on bathroom door leading directly from kitchen.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2020

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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 $270 per night from Nov 17 to Nov 18
CA $270
CA $297 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Vie Spa Palm Cove and Palm Cove Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (536 reviews)
Great location. Beachfront view, easy access to the water and multiple options for food in walking distance.

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025

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Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
The price is CA $148 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
CA $148
CA $163 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

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Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

5 out of 5
35-41 Wharf Street Cairns QLD
The price is CA $224 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
CA $224
CA $246 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Excellent location, good breakfast, room for improvement in furniture/blind maintenance

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025

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Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International

5 out of 5
17 Abbott Street Cairns QLD
The price is CA $195 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
CA $195
CA $214 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
food and beverage staff were amazing

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025

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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

4 out of 5
145 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is CA $232 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
CA $232
CA $256 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Clean room. Exceptionally helpful staff.

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

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Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

2.5 out of 5
49-61 Little Pease Street Manoora QLD
The price is CA $64 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
CA $64
CA $64 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Room was clean, staff were helpful

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025

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Blue Lagoon Resort

Blue Lagoon Resort

4.5 out of 5
22 - 26 Trinity Beach Road Trinity Beach QLD
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
My issue with the air conditioner was rectified quickly. Quick and easy check in. Very clean and quiet resort with plenty dining options within walking distance. I'm a regular visitor to this resort and would recommend this place to anyone. Will be back to stay here next time I'm in Trinity ...

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

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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. Popular attractions Trinity Beach and Earl Hill ...
9/10 Wonderful! (454 reviews)
That it was close to the beach (5 min. walk) there were 2 pools and the surrounds were wonderful. On the negative side we were given an upstairs room which meant that we had to carry heavy suit cases up the stairs ( I am 72 yo, and my wife is 66 it was a struggle) the room was clean, but we noticed ...

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2025

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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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Plane Tickets To Cairns

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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.