Cheap Flight Deals to Cairns QLD from CA $179
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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 $218 and CA $179 for one-way flights to Cairns for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply
| Origin | Destination | Travel dates | Flights from* |
|---|---|---|---|
| BNE | Cairns | November 14 to November 15 | CA $218 |
| SYD | Cairns | December 10 to December 18 | CA $264 |
| OOL | Cairns | November 12 to November 15 | CA $282 |
| MEL | Cairns | November 16 to November 21 | CA $319 |
| ADL | Cairns | December 17 to December 28 | CA $491 |
| AKL | Cairns | November 28 to December 3 | CA $911 |
| PER | Cairns | December 29 to January 2 | CA $1,080 |
| NRT | Cairns | December 10 to December 23 | CA $1,081 |
| KIX | Cairns | November 2 to November 18 | CA $1,697 |
Your guide to flights to Cairns, QLD
Virgin Australia, Jetstar, 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 $218 and CA $1,697. Prices vary, but for the best fares, travel in February 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 $218. 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 November 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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Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight
Amazing Place to Stay After Flight to Cairns
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
Aspect Central
Hides Hotel Cairns
"Communication was thorough from the hotel, but responding to messages wasn't great. Also had to pay to keep our bags for 2 hours which I thought was a bit off. Room was clean, comfortable and staff at the counter were pleasant"
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2026
Comfort Inn Cairns City
"Very friendly and helpful staffs."
Reviewed on Sep 11, 2026
Our Top Cairns hotel with Airport Shuttles
Reef Palms Motel
"Property looks a bit dated but the room was well decorated and fresh and tidy. Only a few blocks back from the Esplanade but quite a walk to central Cairns. Staff helpful and obliging."
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2026
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel
"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
Luxury Hotels in Cairns
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
"Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful gardens and apartment."
Reviewed on Sep 2, 2026
Pacific Hotel Cairns
"Clean spacious room. Friendly, helpful staff. Good location."
Reviewed on Oct 6, 2026
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
"Close to conference venue ,clean and convenient."
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2026
Pullman Cairns International
Family Friendly Hotels in Cairns
Cairns Plaza Hotel
"It's a good place for very short term stay (eg overnight). The place is a little dated and some things were not built / designed well. But it does the job. e.g. the sink doesn't have the best drainage and the shower doesn't have exhaust. The bathroom wooden panels are all soaking in moisture. The ..."
Reviewed on Oct 6, 2026
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
Blue Lagoon Resort
"I've been here third time every time was fantastic feeling warmth welcome. I enjoyed my stay and pretty good location."
Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026
Marlin Cove Resort
"True to description, beautiful tropic resort and convenient parking. The swimming lagoon is excellent with clean and beautiful white sand, next to BBQ facility. Make sure you utilize this facility."
Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026
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Plane Tickets To Cairns
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