Cheap Flight Deals to Cairns QLD from CA $143

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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 $213 and CA $143 for one-way flights to Cairns for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply

OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
BNECairnsFebruary 12 to February 16CA $213
SYDCairnsMarch 13 to March 17CA $301
MELCairnsDecember 21 to December 25CA $345
OOLCairnsMarch 6 to March 7CA $354
PERCairnsFebruary 14 to March 3CA $754
AKLCairnsMarch 16 to March 26CA $816
NRTCairnsMarch 2 to March 11CA $1,123
KIXCairnsFebruary 18 to February 22CA $1,474
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
SYDCairnsDecember 12 to December 14CA $473
*Prices include taxes and fees

Your guide to flights to Cairns, QLD

Virgin Australia, Jetstar, Fiji Airways, Air Canada 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 $213 and CA $1,746. Prices vary, but for the best fares, travel in January 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 $213. 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 

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

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

2.5 out of 5
49-61 Little Pease Street Manoora QLD
The price is CA $66 per night from Jan 9 to Jan 10
CA $66
CA $66 total
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
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! (1,003 reviews)
Peace,quiet,clean and excellent staff,thanks for a lovely rest and stay.

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

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Aspect Central

Aspect Central

3 out of 5
209 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
The price is CA $88 per night from Dec 18 to Dec 19
CA $88
CA $97 total
Dec 18 - Dec 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland ...
7.6/10 Good! (999 reviews)
Been staying here reguarily for the last 10 years at least. Always treated well and with respect. i like the convenience of the location, north side of town not too far from the airport and plenty dining options right there. My go to in Cairns.

Reviewed on Nov 18, 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 $111 per night from Jan 9 to Jan 10
CA $111
CA $123 total
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
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 ...
7/10 Good! (998 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on Dec 3, 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 18 to Dec 19
CA $113
CA $124 total
Dec 18 - Dec 19
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! (533 reviews)
Parking easy but aircon wasn’t that cold at all

Reviewed on Dec 8, 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 $118 per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
CA $118
CA $131 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (848 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 $178 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
CA $178
CA $197 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a nightclub. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Reef Teach are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (431 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 Michaelmas ...
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 $289 per night from Dec 11 to Dec 12
CA $289
CA $318 total
Dec 11 - Dec 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (538 reviews)
Fantastic staff and that view! 😲

Reviewed on Dec 5, 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 $183 per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
CA $183
CA $201 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
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! (1,000 reviews)
The room was clean, comfortable and spacious. Bathroom particularly could use a spruce up but a great hotel.

Reviewed on Dec 4, 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 $233 per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
CA $233
CA $256 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
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! (1,000 reviews)
The staff was wonderful from check in to check out. Great welcoming staff,

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025

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Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International

5 out of 5
17 Abbott Street Cairns QLD
The price is CA $184 per night from Dec 16 to Dec 17
CA $184
CA $203 total
Dec 16 - Dec 17
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! (1,000 reviews)
I like the hotel for the price except for the pillow is too high and bulky it’s hurt my neck. Breakfast buffet is not a good ideas since they are serving the same thing every morning.

Reviewed on Nov 21, 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 $233 per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
CA $233
CA $256 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
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)
Room had a nice view clean spacious and the people at the desk were very accommodating.

Reviewed on Dec 4, 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 $66 per night from Jan 9 to Jan 10
CA $66
CA $66 total
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
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! (1,003 reviews)
Peace,quiet,clean and excellent staff,thanks for a lovely rest and stay.

Reviewed on Dec 5, 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! (997 reviews)
Didn’t meet any of the staff , room was clean but little bugs on kitchen benches, dishwasher didn’t work and wicker couch is falling apart at the bottom

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025

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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.

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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.