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Cheap flights from Brisbane to Cairns from £58

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNE — CNS
21 Dec — 28 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Brisbane to Cairns are usually found in March or May, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Brisbane to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£90

One-way from

£58

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£119

Good round-trip deal

£132 or less

Good one-way deal

£78 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 30/1-30/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • Brisbane to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 3/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 25m total
  • Brisbane to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£9 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Brisbane to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Brisbane to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2025.

Thu 4/1207:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Mon 8/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 20/11£107
Fri 12/1207:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Mon 15/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 18/11£119
Sat 22/1106:10BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Tue 2/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/11£124
Sat 22/1107:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Tue 16/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 20/11£137
Mon 24/1120:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mVirgin Australia
Tue 2/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/11£155
Sat 6/1207:05BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£168
Tue 25/1115:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 29/1106:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 20/11£171
Tue 25/1120:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mQantas Airways
Tue 2/1217:35CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/11£214
Mon 24/1120:55BNE - CNS
1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£223
Tue 16/1220:40BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1209:55CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11£226
Sat 20/1217:30BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Mon 22/1206:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 19/11£232

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Brisbane

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Cairns

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Depart

Return

Price

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Fri 30/1

08:55-11:20

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Fri 30/1

14:25-16:40

Nonstop2h 15m

£90

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Wed 11/3

15:00-17:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Cairns

Wed 18/3

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

£95

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Sun 18/1

07:05-09:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Cairns

Thu 22/1

09:55-12:05

Nonstop2h 10m

£107

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Thu 19/2

08:55-11:20

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Mon 23/2

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

£116

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Fri 12/12

07:05-09:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Cairns

Mon 15/12

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

£119

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Tue 13/1

20:40-23:05

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Wed 14/1

17:20-19:40

Nonstop2h 20m

£126

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Sat 10/1

08:35-11:00

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Sat 10/1

14:40-17:00

Nonstop2h 20m

£140

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Sat 3/1

06:10-08:35

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Sat 10/1

11:40-14:00

Nonstop2h 20m

£142

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Sat 6/12

07:05-09:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Cairns

Sat 27/12

06:00-08:20

Nonstop2h 20m

£168

BrisbaneCairns

BNE - CNS

BNECNS

Brisbane

Tue 24/2

08:55-11:20

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Fri 6/3

15:45-22:00

1 stop6h 15m

£171

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Best time to book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairns from Brisbane with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Brisbane to Cairns

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Brisbane to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 14 November 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Brisbane to Cairns may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 21 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns (average of £43). Flying from Brisbane to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of £70). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Brisbane to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Brisbane to Cairns in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 56% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated 21 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Brisbane to Cairns by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
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Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
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Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
485 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Brisbane to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Brisbane to Cairns?

    Booking a flight from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS) is your only option if you wish to fly from Brisbane to Cairns. On a typical day, there are 42 flights from Brisbane to Cairns, all of which are around 2h 20m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns.

  • How popular is this Brisbane to Cairns flight route?

    Flights from Brisbane to Cairns have been viewed 44 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Brisbane to Cairns?

    Airlines like Jetstar fly from Brisbane to Cairns in about 2h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Brisbane and Cairns are separated by a distance of 865 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Brisbane to Cairns round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Brisbane to Cairns is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £86 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at £97. Users have found that Jetstar is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Brisbane to Cairns?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Brisbane to Cairns consider choosing American Airlines (84%), Cathay Pacific (83%) or China Eastern (82%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Brisbane to Cairns?

    While on average a flight from Brisbane to Cairns is generally £123, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £77. When looking at the most popular route, (Brisbane - Cairns), you can expect to pay £99 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Brisbane to Cairns?

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns (average of £43). Flying from Brisbane to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of £70). 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.

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Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Brisbane to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest£86Average£110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest£97Average£139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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