Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Cairns to Brisbane flights typically cost between £110 and £189 in October. The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £100 on Jetstar (13 Oct–17 Oct).

Question 1

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.Cairns to Brisbane flights typically cost between £110 and £189 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £100 on Jetstar (13 Oct–17 Oct).

Question 2

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cairns to Brisbane flights?

Accepted Answer

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

Question 3

How often are flights from Cairns to Brisbane delayed?

Accepted Answer

About 11% of weekly flights between Cairns and Brisbane have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 98 minutes.

Question 4

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Question 5

What is the most punctual flight time for Cairns to Brisbane flights?

Accepted Answer

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

Question 6

How popular is this Cairns to Brisbane flight route?

Accepted Answer

Within the past month, 6 users have taken a look at flights from Cairns to Brisbane.

Question 7

How long is the flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

There are many flights that can get you from Cairns to Brisbane in 2h 10m. Fly via Jetstar or Virgin Australia to get the fastest option. The distance between Cairns and Brisbane is about 865 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

Question 8

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to Brisbane one-way?

Accepted Answer

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £47 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from £57 and Qantas Airways from £99 one-way.

Question 9

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

The best time to book flights from Cairns to Brisbane is 84 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Question 10

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane (average of £110). Flying from Cairns to Brisbane in July is currently the most expensive (average of £159). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Question 11

Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Brisbane

Accepted Answer

The most flights from CNS to BNE are scheduled on a Wednesday (46 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Brisbane ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Brisbane when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Brisbane, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.0 C).

Question 14

What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

On average you can expect to pay £430 for a flight from Cairns to Brisbane. The cheapest flight overall is £118 while the most popular route, (Cairns - Brisbane) is currently priced at £90.

Question 15

What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Brisbane?

Accepted Answer

Before booking your flight to Brisbane from Cairns, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (100%), Air Niugini (98%), Air Canada( 96%).

Question 16

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CNS to BNE?

Accepted Answer

When flying from Cairns to Brisbane, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 92% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Question 17

Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Brisbane that include hotel bookings?

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Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Brisbane flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

Question 18

How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane?

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane.

Question 19

Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Brisbane?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Brisbane by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

Question 20

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Cairns to Brisbane?

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Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from Cairns to Brisbane. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Question 21

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Cairns to Brisbane?

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Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight to Brisbane from Cairns by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

Question 22

Can Cheapflights find flights from Cairns to Brisbane with no change fees?

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Yes! Cheapflights helps users easily find flights from Cairns to Brisbane with no change fees.

Question 23

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Cairns to Brisbane become cheaper?

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Round-trip from	£100
One-way from	£77
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	January
Average price	£148
Good one-way deal	£307 or less

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

The best time to book flights from Cairns to Brisbane is 84 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CNS to BNE?

When flying from Cairns to Brisbane, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 92% versus a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Cairns to Brisbane flights typically cost between £110 and £189 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £100 on Jetstar (13 Oct–17 Oct).

Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Brisbane

The most flights from CNS to BNE are scheduled on a Wednesday (46 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).

How often are flights from Cairns to Brisbane delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Cairns and Brisbane have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 98 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cairns to Brisbane flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cairns to Brisbane flights?

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

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Cairns to Brisbane flights typically cost between £110 and £189 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £100 on Jetstar (13 Oct–17 Oct).