Cheap Flight Deals to Cairns QLD from CA $161

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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 $321 and CA $161 for one-way flights to Cairns for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply

OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
BNECairnsMay 11 to May 14CA $321
SYDCairnsJune 15 to June 21CA $341
OOLCairnsJune 2 to June 7CA $370
MELCairnsApril 27 to May 1CA $410
ADLCairnsMay 7 to May 15CA $562
PERCairnsApril 27 to May 1CA $800
AKLCairnsMay 15 to May 20CA $903
NRTCairnsJuly 12 to September 13CA $1,072
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
BNECairnsApril 18 to May 4CA $328
SYDCairnsApril 17 to April 23CA $349
MELCairnsApril 17 to May 2CA $436
PERCairnsApril 17 to April 25CA $846
*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 $321 and CA $1,693. 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 $321. 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.  

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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

2.5 out of 5
49-61 Little Pease Street Manoora QLD
The price is CA $84 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
CA $84
CA $84 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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 ...
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Aspect Central

Aspect Central

3 out of 5
209 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
The price is CA $111 per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
CA $111
CA $122 total
Apr 29 - Apr 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Check in was simple and the room was clean. Friendly staff and within walking distance of shops and restaurants.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

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Hides Hotel Cairns

Hides Hotel Cairns

3.5 out of 5
87 Lake Street Cairns QLD
The price is CA $109 per night from May 11 to May 12
CA $109
CA $122 total
May 11 - May 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Dear Expedia Group Customer Support, I am writing in response to your recent message regarding my complaint. I must strongly disagree with the conclusion provided. While it is true that the front desk offered an alternative room, the replacement room was in significantly worse condition than the ...

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026

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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 $112 per night from Apr 24 to Apr 25
CA $112
CA $123 total
Apr 24 - Apr 25
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! (539 reviews)
Clean and tidy. Staff are Friendly. Thanks

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

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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 $122 per night from May 11 to May 12
CA $122
CA $136 total
May 11 - May 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (861 reviews)
On the plus side, Reef Palms is conveniently located mid way between the airport & Cairns City. It is off the main busy road, & within easy walking distance of the city bus stop & the foreshore. The couple running the place are hard working & obliging. However being below aircraft flight path it ...

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

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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 $201 per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
CA $201
CA $221 total
Apr 14 - Apr 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a nightclub. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (439 reviews)
No Issues stayed here multiple times now with no problems

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

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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 ...
5.4/10 (42 reviews)
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 $401 per night from May 11 to May 12
CA $401
CA $441 total
May 11 - May 12
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (548 reviews)
On the positive side there were lovely beach views, excellent staff, and it was a great location close to everything in Palm Cove. There were nice touches like complimentary chocolates in the fridge on arrival. The things that weren’t so good included: the hot water in the shower never got past warm, ...

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026

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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 $167 per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
CA $167
CA $184 total
Apr 29 - Apr 30
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)
Very comfortable and well located.

Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026

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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 $221 per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
CA $221
CA $244 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
Outstanding stay!

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026

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Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International

5 out of 5
17 Abbott Street Cairns QLD
The price is CA $181 per night from Apr 17 to Apr 18
CA $181
CA $200 total
Apr 17 - Apr 18
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Easy access to the town centre and lots of restaurants

Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026

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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 $231 per night from Apr 24 to Apr 25
CA $231
CA $254 total
Apr 24 - Apr 25
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! (1,000 reviews)
Location was great and the staff was wonderful. The rooms were a little worn, but overall the room was comfortable and clean.

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

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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 $84 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
CA $84
CA $84 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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 ...
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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 WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
1st was the code to get your key i was in flight when it was sent to me and was unable to view my email next the wifi is absolutely terrible not only in the resort but even out at the restaurants. Last was the lady that came out to give us the key was pleasant but when we left she walked right past ...

Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026

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Marlin Cove Resort

Marlin Cove Resort

3.5 out of 5
2 Keem St Trinity Beach QLD
Book a stay at this 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.

Best Cairns Flight and Hotel Packages

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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.

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.